CCI Student Professional Development

CCI Professional Development activities are designed to help students gain confidence in communicating their experiences and skills to potential employers through workshops and events led by industry professionals and alums. Additionally, these programs are designed to help students build networking contacts as they seek opportunities. Those who participate indicate an increase in understanding about industry topics, the work of various roles, as well as a better understanding of how to apply transferable skills with their technical knowledge to achieve their goals.

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Upcoming Events

Large Scale Events

Tech Connect Networking Event

Wednesday, September 24, 2pm-5pm, Student Union 340
Our Tech Connect Networking Event is your prime opportunity to network with organizations to learn about internships and jobs as well as see small demonstrations of the kinds of tech roles you might have in those organizations!

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Doughnut Detour: A Sweet Stop for Research – Undergraduate Research Day

Friday, October 3, 10am-12pm, Cone Center Lucas Room

Pack your curiosity and get ready for a journey into the world of research. Whether you’re just starting to explore or setting your sights on a PhD, this event is your travel guide—complete with maps, milestones, and plenty of inspiration along the way.

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Workshops and Industry Visits

School of Data Science and CCI Undergraduate Young Alumni Panel

Monday, September 15, 4pm-5pm, Woodward 135
Ever wonder what life looks like after graduation with a Computer Science or Data Science degree? Join us for an engaging panel discussion with recent alumni who are already making waves in the tech world! Get their real-world insights, ask your burning questions, and network with Niners who’ve been exactly where you are. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and jumpstart your career journey!
Speakers representing USAA, Moody’s, S&P Global, and Hilton will be on the panel. Open to all UG CCI and Data Science majors.
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A Day in the Life of Information Security Analyst/Cyber with TIAA
Wednesday, September 17, 4pm-5pm, Woodward 335
Come and learn how Lauren Vinkovic works as a Senior Information Security Analyst on the Cybersecurity team. Lauren is an experienced Cyber Security Analyst with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry.
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Peer Tech Talk: Mobile App Development and LLMs
Tuesday, September 23, 4pm-5pm, Woodward 335

Come learn from Aakash Shah as he talks about mobile app development along with bridging the community you are a part of as well as how the use of LLMs can also help build projects and ideas faster.

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A Day in the Life of Fidelity Investments Tech Professionals
Tuesday, September 23, 1pm-2pm, Woodward 335
Come learn about opportunities with Fidelity Investments specific to computer science and data science related roles. .
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Hiring Decoded: Understanding the Hiring
Monday, September 29, 4pm, Woodward 335
Come listen and learn from a panel of industry partners from several area employers who will discuss the hiring process for those industries as well as about the process of applying to an internship or full time role.  

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Job & Internship Spotlight Notices

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Ally Financial

Full Time: Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Product Owner, Software Engineer

Internships: Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Product Owner/Business Support, Software Engineeringhttps://www.ally.com/about/careers/students/

Microsoft
Software Engineer

The Hartford

Full Time Associate, Tech, Data, Analytics, Cyber, and Operations Leadership Development
Tech & Data Interns
Operations & Analytics Interns

Wells Fargo
Sophomore Discovery Fellowship Program
https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/early-careers/undergraduate-programs/other-undergraduate-programs/sophomore-discovery-fellowship-program/

PMMC
http://pmmconline.com/careers

Flow Control Group
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4283417396