#LevelUp

Meet Isabella Fodera! She is a junior Finance major who also has her real estate license in New York. She started out interning at Avison Young Commercial Realty, an internship she got through Handshake that she learned about through The Toppel Career Center, and she was able to intern remotely during her time studying abroad in Paris.

When she returned to the US, she used her knowledge from her internship and worked for Berkshire Hathaway as a Marketing Director. This position was very Tech-focused, which helped digitally transform their business. Toppel has helped her #LevelUp by giving her the knowledge and tools to write her resume, leading her to an internship (via Handshake), teaching her the art of salary negotiation, and providing networking advice.

Piece of advice:

“I use LinkedIn frequently as well as attend networking events in every city I visit. I think it’s important to cultivate meaningful professional relationships to truly create the career and life you want. I want students to not be afraid to reach out to anyone for help. Use resources, such as the Toppel Career Center, researchers in and outside of the UM community, and professionals you look up to. Students should know their worth and allow doors to open for them. Don’t let your major or “straight and narrow path” define you. Life is interdisciplinary, and cultivating your relationships, and your passions is how to get the most out of your career!”

Oct. 3	Job & Internship Expo @ 1 PM
Oct. 4	BlackRock Information Session @ 6 PM
Oct. 4	Miami Marlins Sports Tech Night @ 5:30 PM
Oct. 5	Bloomberg Lunch and Learn: Being Your Authentic Self @ 12 PM
Oct. 7	FBI Business Analyst and IT Specialist Information Session @ 12:00 PM

Professional Standards

As you transfer into the workforce, you will continue to learn more and more about professionalism as you go. Here at Toppel, we want you to be the most prepared you can be when you meet face-to-face with employers who have had years of professional experience under their belts. That’s where our Professional Standards & Student Responsibilities come in! When it comes to career fairs, we suggest:

Once you accept a job offer, you are expected to withdraw completely from the job search process as rescinding a job offer is deemed unprofessional
Don’t falsify information such as your identity, GPA, dates of graduation, major/minor, work experience, or other information
If you are unable to follow through with a commitment, you must cancel 48 hours beforehand so we can notify those involved or applicable

Professionalism is a common courtesy and it helps to get on the same page with one another. If you would like to explore some more things to keep in mind when it comes to attending a career fair, check out this article.

Messaging Recruiters on Handshake & Following up after Expo

Just like with any interview, it’s always important to follow up and send a thank you note to whoever interviewed you. Career fairs are no different, and with Handshake that process can be easier. After viewing the employers in attendance from the events page, you can then go to their individual employer pages, which will have their “public staff list.” If you see your interviewer there, you can simply message them by clicking on their name and going to their page.

If you are unable to find the person who interviewed you or you forgot to get their business card, then you’ll have to take matters into your own hands and do your own research on the web. Usually, companies have a staff page on their company website or on their LinkedIn page, but here are some tips on how to find their contact information if you don’t have it.

Dealing With Rejection

In life, rejection is bound to happen and that certainly goes for job searches as well. While being cited as one of the biggest fears people face, with every failure and rejection lies the potential for growth. As you prepare for your job search, here are six lessons to learn from job rejections.

There’s always room for improvement
Confidence is essential
Ask more questions
Weaknesses can be turned into strengths
Always have a backup plan
Rejection can actually be a blessing in disguise

While we’re always here rooting for your inevitable success, sometimes learning from your shortcomings is all it takes to get you there.

Internship Opportunities

Miami Marlins Sports Tech Night

Dressing for Success Workshop by Hyde Closet and How To Create a Portfolio using WiX Workshop

Toppel Spotlight

InfoTech Labs Spring 2023 Co-op (Driving Behavior Reserach)
Toyota

Assurance & Advisory Internship (Audit)
Berkowitz Pollack Brant

2023 Subsurface (Geosciences) - Early Careers Internship Opportunities
bp

Clean Air: Program Engineering Intern
Tenneco

2023 Summer Internship - Channel Marketing
Zebra Technologies Corporation

Concrete Construction Intern
Lithko Contracting

Undergraduate intern – 2023 Starbucks Summer Internship Program
Starbucks Coffee Company

Part-Time Spring 2023 U.S. Video Production Internship
The Wall Street Journal

Nike Analytics Undergraduate Summer Internship
Nike, Inc.

2023 Summer Corporate Internship - Brands/Marketing/Loyalty
Hilton

Join the Miami Marlins for their upcoming Sports Tech Night Panel where you can hear more about the careers of current Sports & Tech professionals in the South Florida area. Complimentary access to the Marlins game is included! Hear from professionals including:

Doug Fowler - Executive VP & Co-Head -Sports & Entertainment, FEVO
Christian Lowe - Senior Director, Corporate Strategy & Analytics, Marlins
Alicia Lynch - Director, Customer Success Strategy, Miami Heat
Matt Clarke - Manager of Premium Sales & Service, F1 Miami Grand Prix
Taylor Lynn - Director, Consumer Marketing & CRM Strategy
Cara Leis - SVP of Partner Success, FEVO

The Marlins are also providing discounted transportation to help you get to the event. Register on Handshake by Monday, October 3rd, and we will share with you details on transportation and how to access your ticket.

Please email toppel@miami.edu with any questions you may have.

Ever wonder what to wear for that important job interview? Your first day in the office? Concerned about making a good first impression? Hyde Closet is here to help, with a short presentation on Dresing for Success, followed by a Q+A with their styling team.

Hyde Closet makes it easy for students to look their best, offering premium attire for male-presenting individuals. Hyde styles and delivers complete outfits on your schedule. Hyde's stylists will share their expertise so that as you compete in the job market, you have the style and wisdom you need to stand out from the crowd.

How To Create a Portfolio using WiX - University of Miami Workshop

Join the Wix staff to learn more about creating your online portfolio website. They’ll cover how to plan a website, how to use the Wix platform, and explore professional design features.

Sign-up to discover the basics of creating a Wix website as well as features to take your portfolio to the next level. And...a one-year FREE Wix premium plan to all attendees!

Ashley Chavarria

Guest Experience Assistant

Meet Ashley Chavarria! She is a sophomore Accounting and Finance major with a minor in Business Analytics from Miami. She is a part of the Association of Commuter Students (ACS), which provides working knowledge to all its members so that they can take advantage of all the resources and involvement opportunities UM has to offer.

To her, #LevelUp means striving to be a better version of yourself, for yourself…and not for others. It’s going above and beyond what’s expected of you. She says she had to take risks and ask herself “why?” in order to #LevelUp. Asking yourself “why” aids individuals in achieving their goals because understanding “why” motivates them and allows them to be more focused on achieving their goals. In addition, taking risks allows them to go above what’s expected and gives them the extra push to success.

Piece of advice:
“Honestly, just don’t be afraid. Speak up in class, make friends, start a club, do anything! UM is super welcoming and Canes really do care for Canes. The more involved you are, the better your experience will be at the U. Also make a weekly schedule! Doing that will help you manage your time well and it will aid with future stress. They are also self-perpetuating! Once you’re in the habit, it’s a whole lot easier to just stick to your schedule. That way you will get things done and keep on going.”

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