#BreakThru

Meet Skylar Prinz von Anhalt! Skylar is a senior majoring in Entrepreneurship in the Miami Herbert Business School. He has taken advantage of Toppel’s resume review services, interview preparation, and shadowing opportunities to advance his career. Skylar spent this past summer as a Procter & Gamble intern on the sales team, where he was able to lead, assist, and create projects – including as an outside sales representative for pharmacies in East Germany. Skylar had to #BreakThru a lack of understanding about what he wanted to do professionally, and he says self-reflection and knowing his worth were the keys to growth.

Some advice from Skylar: "Do not be afraid to ask for help. Just be forward-thinking and try to find and utilize the resources that we have at UM."

Oct. 13	Citi Commercial Bank Info Session @ 3:00 PM
Oct. 15	My Personal Story. Why Being Different Is A Gift Worth Sharing! @ 11:00 AM
Oct. 15	Danaher Corporation Info Session - Mechanical/ Systems/ Software Engineers @ 5:00 PM
Oct. 20	Culture Index Workshop – How your Work Traits Align to your Career @ 5:00 PM
Oct. 21	Panel Discussion hosted by Cramer-Krasselt @ 5:00 PM

Cane2Cane Projects

Cane2Cane Projects is a new opportunity to get real-world experience and work with an experienced professional. These short-term, virtual projects are supported by guided mentorship and may include a small stipend. The projects are featured on Cane2Cane, a platform which connects UM students to alumni to explore careers and make connections!

The Toppel Insider will feature a Cane2Cane project each week in our “New Opportunities” section at the bottom of the newsletter.

How Can You Respond To Recruiters?

One benefit of having an up-to-date profile on Handshake is that recruiters can message you directly if they feel you would be a good fit for them. Most of the time, these will be invitations to RSVP for an upcoming event. Before responding, take a look at the company’s page in Handshake and do a little bit of research. Within 1-2 days, you should be ready to respond and start by thanking them for reaching out to you. Then, be honest about your interest in the session or position. Take action if necessary, and be sure to follow up.

Check out this article for some more in-depth advice.

Diversity & Inclusivity In The Workplace

When searching for potential employers, you want to find a company that values diversity and inclusivity – but how can you be sure that the culture matches the messaging? You should start researching before your interview process begins. Sites like Glassdoor offer an inside look at how a company operates from the perspective of the employees. During the interview, it’s okay to ask questions about diversity and find examples of diverse individuals succeeding.

Check out this article for tips on how to validate a company’s commitment to diversity.

New Opportunities

Interstride

Online Job Hunt

Toppel Spotlight

Jobs:

ECONOMICS RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston

ENTRY-LEVEL SECURITY SERVICES CONSULTANT
IBM

CITY YEAR AMERICORPS MEMBER
City Year

MIDDLE SCHOOL ELA TEACHER
Uncommon Schools

MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPPER
Presage Security

Internships:

HUMAN RESOURCE TECHNICIAN
Village Center Community District

HEALTH COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

MARKETING ASSISTANT
Phoenix

Cane2Cane Project:

CREATIVE PRODUCTION INTERN - PAID ($1000)
Ground is Better

If you are an international student, here’s a great way to enhance your experience and career search. It’s called Interstride, and it’s a powerful new tool that offers a range of support options and job opportunities focused on international students.

Services include visa and immigration support, networking and mentorship resources, language certification, curated scholarships and financial resources. Interstride also has a variety of career-related events that might interest you.

Some upcoming Webinars include:

Job Search Strategy for International Students on October 22, register here

Immigration Q&A hour with Aaron Blumberg, Partner Immigration Attorney at Fragomen on October 27, register here

In this new normal, it can be difficult to make and solidify connections with potential employers. How can you engage virtually while also making a lasting impression?

According to one recruiter, there are three things to remember:

Be active on job platforms and respond promptly to messages

Proactively follow up about interested positions

Consider your social media presence

Check out this article for more tips for how to stand out in your online job hunt.

Sharon Moy

Employer Engagement Intern

Sharon Moy is a senior from Demarest, New Jersey, double majoring in Finance and Accounting. She is a member of Beta Alpha Psi and involved in the Asian American Student Association, as well as an active participant of intramural sports. Sharon is using this “new normal” as an opportunity to learn, and she is happy to be back and adapting to classes, work, and extracurriculars.

Best Advice?

Know your strengths and weaknesses so that you are able to continuously learn and grow. Take advantage of office hours and ask your professors for help when needed. The professors at the U are super knowledgeable and willing to help.

#BreakThru Story?

I have used internships as opportunities to gain exposure to multiple lines of businesses in finance and accounting. My mentors have helped me navigate the trajectory of my career path and allowed me to gain hands on work experience to find what is right for me. I was able to discover a field that suits my personality and interests.

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