Khoury Career Peer Advisors (CPAs), are student peer advisors that were hired to assist Khoury Graduate students across the Northeastern network in their career preparation. These students have extensive experience, having worked in tech prior to beginning their programs and/or having been on one or more co-op/internship work experiences as a part of their program of study. They are passionate about mentoring and assisting their fellow students in career planning and preparation.
CPAs have weekly hours on their calendars available for appointments on the following:
In addition to providing one-on-one services, CPAs support the Khoury graduate population by assisting student groups with career preparation events, Align student recruitment, leading Align Bridge career preparation series workshops, data reporting, and they develop a variety of materials to share across the Khoury network.
You can set up a meeting with a Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor on Navigate (you can set up an appointment with any CPA regardless of campus location!).
If you have any questions regarding the Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor program, please reach out to Ethan Selinger (e.selinger@northeastern.edu) and Thea Celestine (t.celestine@northeastern.edu).
Khoury Career Peer Advisors (CPAs), are student peer advisors that were hired to assist Khoury Graduate students across the Northeastern network in their career preparation. These students have extensive experience, having worked in tech prior to beginning their programs and/or having been on one or more co-op/internship work experiences as a part of their program of study. They are passionate about mentoring and assisting their fellow students in career planning and preparation.
CPAs have weekly hours on their calendars available for appointments on the following:
In addition to providing one-on-one services, CPAs support the Khoury graduate population by assisting student groups with career preparation events, Align student recruitment, leading Align Bridge career preparation series workshops, data reporting, and they develop a variety of materials to share across the Khoury network.
You can set up a meeting with a Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor on Navigate (you can set up an appointment with any CPA regardless of campus location!).
If you have any questions regarding the Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor program, please reach out to Ethan Selinger (e.selinger@northeastern.edu) and Thea Celestine (t.celestine@northeastern.edu).
Khoury Career Peer Advisors (CPAs), are student peer advisors that were hired to assist Khoury Graduate students across the Northeastern network in their career preparation. These students have extensive experience, having worked in tech prior to beginning their programs and/or having been on one or more co-op/internship work experiences as a part of their program of study. They are passionate about mentoring and assisting their fellow students in career planning and preparation.
CPAs have weekly hours on their calendars available for appointments on the following:
In addition to providing one-on-one services, CPAs support the Khoury graduate population by assisting student groups with career preparation events, Align student recruitment, leading Align Bridge career preparation series workshops, data reporting, and they develop a variety of materials to share across the Khoury network.
You can set up a meeting with a Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor on Navigate (you can set up an appointment with any CPA regardless of campus location!).
If you have any questions regarding the Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor program, please reach out to Ethan Selinger (e.selinger@northeastern.edu) and Thea Celestine (t.celestine@northeastern.edu).
Khoury Career Peer Advisors (CPAs), are student peer advisors that were hired to assist Khoury Graduate students across the Northeastern network in their career preparation. These students have extensive experience, having worked in tech prior to beginning their programs and/or having been on one or more co-op/internship work experiences as a part of their program of study. They are passionate about mentoring and assisting their fellow students in career planning and preparation.
CPAs have weekly hours on their calendars available for appointments on the following:
In addition to providing one-on-one services, CPAs support the Khoury graduate population by assisting student groups with career preparation events, Align student recruitment, leading Align Bridge career preparation series workshops, data reporting, and they develop a variety of materials to share across the Khoury network.
You can set up a meeting with a Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor on Navigate (you can set up an appointment with any CPA regardless of campus location!).
If you have any questions regarding the Khoury Graduate Career Peer Advisor program, please reach out to Ethan Selinger (e.selinger@northeastern.edu) and Thea Celestine (t.celestine@northeastern.edu).
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (Align), SDE co-op at Amazon Robotics and SWE Intern at Tesla
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being an Align student myself and having gone through the daunting and overwhelming experience of co-op interviews, I find it extremely rewarding to help and support other students who are in the same boat as I was about a year ago!
How I can help
I would love to meet students from all backgrounds and provide them with some tips that worked for me, review LinkedIn and resumes, talk about technical interview prep, and in general, chat about anything on your mind because I know it is an intimidating process, especially if you are coming from a non-CS background.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Have trust that you have the skills and abilities you need. Keep networking and using all your resources!
Current Program & Previous Experience
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
How I can help
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
This phase of life can definitely be overwhelming. Remember that it’s a marathon, not a sprint – consistency and resilience would go a long way, don’t lose hope.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently enrolled in the Align MSCS program and this is my last semester before graduation. I have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and worked in the field for more than 2 years. I also interned at AvidXchange and Cohere Health as software engineer intern (Summer & Fall 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I received a lot of advice and tips throughout my CS journey so far, both through Northeastern and external resources, and would love to share my experience with other students as well. Giving back to the community is ultimately one of my goals.
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral and technical mock interviews for beginners, chat about anything to help you feel less stressful. So yeah, come!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Be patient. Good things take time! Keep grinding!
Current Program & Previous Experience
Third semester in the MSDS program. Worked at Walmart as a Data Engineer III Intern during Summer 2022. Currently working as a Data Science Engineer at the Network Science Institute (Lazer Lab) on-campus and as a RA for a Deep Learning project as a part of the Khoury Research Apprenticeship Program for Fall 2022. Before I joined Northeastern, I worked in a variety of roles across different domains of the industry. I have worked as a Full Stack Developer at Deshik Labs, Artificial Intelligence Researcher at Antriksh Labs, and as a Software Engineer at FICO.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being someone who has a firsthand experience of benefiting greatly from peers who help you navigate through the process of job search, I have found peer advising to be a powerful tool for success and I find this role as an opportunity to give it back to the society. The aspect of getting to share my experiences and guide my peers to their success motivates me and excites me a lot.
How I can help
I’d be happy to help you with any of your needs with respect to job search and the preparation for it. This might be anything from helping you draft and edit your resumes to speak about your strengths, optimize your LinkedIn and GitHub pages, mock technical & behavioral interviews, revising cover letters, your elevator pitches, etc. And I can help you with almost everything related to the world of DATA.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is completely okay to feel overwhelmed or lost during your job search/career transition. Always remember the motivation you had when you chose your field, and that should give you the strength to navigate forward. Always try to enjoy the process and get the most out of the opportunities you have.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Align MSCS; I have experience working in the following areas: CS5004 teaching assistant (Spring 2021), Amazon robotics co-op (Spring 2022), Salesforce Tableau intern (Summer 2022), and CS5008 teaching assistant (Spring 2023 – current).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am excited to be a career peer advisor because I can meet and talk to students from different backgrounds and learn their life stories. Mostly importantly, as an Align student, I could share my experience to help other Align students who also come from non-tech backgrounds.
I am passionate about helping others build their own path to reaching their career goals and I am looking forward to supporting you at whatever stage you’re at in your journey to a career in tech!
How I can help
Resumé review, network talk, and general advising
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is never too late to start! I’m here to help you to succeed and reach your potential. So, no worries; you can do it.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello everyone! I am currently pursuing a master’s in data science (MSDS) from the San Jose campus. I have worked in a number of roles across different streams in the industry. I have held internships in domains ranging from accounting, finance, digital circuits, and programming. Prior to attending Northeastern University, I worked with Honeywell, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Unilever.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I know how it feels to be lost and unsure while trying to figure out your ideal career path! I am looking forward to helping those that feel lost and confused and need some help and guidance to find their way. I am excited to share the insights I have gained working in the industry. I see being a career peer advisor as a platform to give back to the Khoury College graduate community!
How I can help
Through my previous experience and Northeastern resources, I have learned a lot about defining a good career path. I intend to share all of this with you and to give you on how to tailor your career path to match your long-term goals. I would be pleased to assist you with any job search/preparation needs. I am excited to support you in building your LinkedIn profile, revising your resume, preparing for the technical and behavioral interviews, setting up a GitHub profile, etc. Coming from a data science background, I can help you with any queries related to this field.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Never give up! Whatever happens, happens for a reason. Treat all your failures as a learning experience that will give you the proper perspective on success. I have failed over and over again in my life and that is why I succeeded.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently in my final semester of the MSCS program. Last summer I interned at Google as a technical program manager and had about one year of work experience back in China as a product manager.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I’m super excited to connect with students that have different backgrounds and share my own experience to help them find their own strengths to help them to find a job in tech. Looking for a job and preparing for interviews can be stressful and full of loneliness. I believe that with a peers’ encouragement and accompany, you won’t be alone on this challenging journey :).
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral mock interviews, technical mock interviews, networking advice and templates, introducing technical program manager/product manager roles in tech, and to help you to leverage your past experience and own strength to find the best fit in tech.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
One year ago, when I was looking for a pm job position in Silicon Valley. I’m the ONLY one who was looking for a none-SWE position in my program and I ended up getting an internship offer from Google. Sometimes it’s ok to be different; we all have our own strengths and ability to shine in our own life!
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am now enrolled in the Align MSCS program. Prior to that, I was an economics student for 4-year undergraduate degree, and then I switched to Data Science field. It takes me whole 2 years to make career change: I started as a “shining” consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, but to break into tech, I accepted a PM offer at a very local digital marketing agency. Surprisingly, this experience led me to a PM at Bytedance advertising platform. Since then, I stepped into the tech industry and gradually became a data engineer and software engineer now.
I am still navigating my SWE journey until today and it does not go well all the time. However, I always bear in mind that I will find a team that values my uniqueness from non-traditional background. So will you.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I hope to learn from peers, and being a CPA gives me the valuable opportunity to engage with best students who are actively seeking feedback and advice from CPAs. The biggest thing excites me, since making my career change and seeing all amazing professionals, is that always there will be emerging technologies, products and ideas from everywhere. I am more than happy to talk with CPA attendees and hear from their brilliant thoughts.
How I can help
As an Align CS student, I will help peers stand out as I know how to combine our non-CS backgrounds and tech skillset. I was in business and data analysis fields during my undergraduate, and I managed to break into tech roles with 2-year effort. For example, one of the secrets lies in my job-hunting strategy: I tailored resume to match industry-specific and product-specific roles, which significantly increases the rate of passing resume screening.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It takes time to arrive at your destination. Just control whatever you can control, reach out to whatever help you can find, and let Goddess of Fate take you there.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I’m currently in my second year of Align MSCS program. I earned a bachelor’s in accounting from Boston University and worked as an international tax associate at PwC. I worked as a SWE intern at Amazon and Google.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
During my time at Northeastern University, I’m grateful for the resourceful information that advisors and CPAs provide. I also appreciate the unique flexibility of co-op terms at NEU that helps me to conduct more than one industry-level projects to enhance my computer science skills in the real-world setting. I’m excited to give back to our community and help my peers.
How I can help
Resumé review, academic/job search plan and timeline, mock coding and behavioral interview, or any topic you would to talk!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
You’re never a loser until you quit trying.
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (2020 Align); Before I joined the Align program, I majored in public health, with little knowledge about computer science or the world of tech. Step by step, I learned about the field through courses and other online material, building my portfolio with projects and TA experiences. Eventually, I finished two co-ops in 2022, at Wayfair and Intuit.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am super excited about mentoring fellow Align students to help them succeed in their goals and pass on the knowledge my experienced colleagues gave me. It gives me great joy to see my peers and navigate this path of personal growth together.
How I can help
I am experienced in interview techniques for both behavioral and technical interviews. I also know what skills the industry seeks out, so I may point my peers in the right direction by honing their interviewing skills and equipping themselves with the correct skillset.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Enjoy the process and aim for the best.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello folks! I started the MSCS (direct entry) program at the Seattle campus. This is my last semester, and I chose to transfer to the San Jose campus. I have previous work experience in various aspects of computer science such as front end, back end, game, AIML, computer graphics and in Google, Apple, Microsoft, Tencent, and Taichi Graphics.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
This is the last chance for me to give back. I learned lots of skills in finding tech jobs, and I also gained a lot from the Khoury community. It’s time for me to help others.
How I can help
Resumé review, behavioral and technical mock interviews, professional choice for a specific branch of computer science plans for coding pracTIce etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
I believe that things will always work out in any possible way. Don’t give up early!
Current Program & Previous Experience
In my last semester of direct MSCS Program. I have held internships as a software development engineer co-op at SAP (Summer and Fall 2022) and software development engineer at Generac Power Systems (Summer and Fall 2021 and Spring 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I didn’t get a job only because I knew everything asked in the interview; my skills of answering behavioral questions and effective communication helped me reach the summit. While preparing for the technical interviews, most of the time students tend to forget the behavioral portion which leads them to rejection. I have encountered this situation before and hence I think I would not let my peers go through that whether it is technical interviews or behavioral questions.
How I can help
Job search and preparations, resume preparation, LinkedIn and GitHub profile tips, mock interviews (technical and behavioral), elevator pitches, and networking
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is understandable to feel overwhelmed and discouraged while navigating the job market as a software engineering student. However, it is essential to remember that your unique skills and experiences make you a valuable asset to any company. Instead of focusing on the competition, try to focus on highlighting these during interviews and networking opportunities. Remember that the job market is constantly changing, and new opportunities arise regularly. Don’t give up; stay persistent and be positive, and keep applying. Remember to take care of your mental and physical well-being; it will help your job search and future career.
Current Program & Previous Experience
This is my third semester at the Vancouver campus. I have been working at a cybersecurity company for several months. I also had some experiences of being an intern back in Beijing.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am happy to help and give advice to those students who need some guidance in finding tech jobs. Last semester, I also gained help from the CPAs, this semester it’s my turn to help back, give advice and see your success!
How I can help
Mock interview, my own experiences, modify resume, behavioral questions, etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It’s never too late to pursue your dream.
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (Align), SDE co-op at Amazon Robotics and SWE Intern at Tesla
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being an Align student myself and having gone through the daunting and overwhelming experience of co-op interviews, I find it extremely rewarding to help and support other students who are in the same boat as I was about a year ago!
How I can help
I would love to meet students from all backgrounds and provide them with some tips that worked for me, review LinkedIn and resumes, talk about technical interview prep, and in general, chat about anything on your mind because I know it is an intimidating process, especially if you are coming from a non-CS background.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Have trust that you have the skills and abilities you need. Keep networking and using all your resources!
Current Program & Previous Experience
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
How I can help
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
This phase of life can definitely be overwhelming. Remember that it’s a marathon, not a sprint – consistency and resilience would go a long way, don’t lose hope.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently enrolled in the Align MSCS program and this is my last semester before graduation. I have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and worked in the field for more than 2 years. I also interned at AvidXchange and Cohere Health as software engineer intern (Summer & Fall 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I received a lot of advice and tips throughout my CS journey so far, both through Northeastern and external resources, and would love to share my experience with other students as well. Giving back to the community is ultimately one of my goals.
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral and technical mock interviews for beginners, chat about anything to help you feel less stressful. So yeah, come!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Be patient. Good things take time! Keep grinding!
Current Program & Previous Experience
Third semester in the MSDS program. Worked at Walmart as a Data Engineer III Intern during Summer 2022. Currently working as a Data Science Engineer at the Network Science Institute (Lazer Lab) on-campus and as a RA for a Deep Learning project as a part of the Khoury Research Apprenticeship Program for Fall 2022. Before I joined Northeastern, I worked in a variety of roles across different domains of the industry. I have worked as a Full Stack Developer at Deshik Labs, Artificial Intelligence Researcher at Antriksh Labs, and as a Software Engineer at FICO.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being someone who has a firsthand experience of benefiting greatly from peers who help you navigate through the process of job search, I have found peer advising to be a powerful tool for success and I find this role as an opportunity to give it back to the society. The aspect of getting to share my experiences and guide my peers to their success motivates me and excites me a lot.
How I can help
I’d be happy to help you with any of your needs with respect to job search and the preparation for it. This might be anything from helping you draft and edit your resumes to speak about your strengths, optimize your LinkedIn and GitHub pages, mock technical & behavioral interviews, revising cover letters, your elevator pitches, etc. And I can help you with almost everything related to the world of DATA.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is completely okay to feel overwhelmed or lost during your job search/career transition. Always remember the motivation you had when you chose your field, and that should give you the strength to navigate forward. Always try to enjoy the process and get the most out of the opportunities you have.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Align MSCS; I have experience working in the following areas: CS5004 teaching assistant (Spring 2021), Amazon robotics co-op (Spring 2022), Salesforce Tableau intern (Summer 2022), and CS5008 teaching assistant (Spring 2023 – current).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am excited to be a career peer advisor because I can meet and talk to students from different backgrounds and learn their life stories. Mostly importantly, as an Align student, I could share my experience to help other Align students who also come from non-tech backgrounds.
I am passionate about helping others build their own path to reaching their career goals and I am looking forward to supporting you at whatever stage you’re at in your journey to a career in tech!
How I can help
Resumé review, network talk, and general advising
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is never too late to start! I’m here to help you to succeed and reach your potential. So, no worries; you can do it.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello everyone! I am currently pursuing a master’s in data science (MSDS) from the San Jose campus. I have worked in a number of roles across different streams in the industry. I have held internships in domains ranging from accounting, finance, digital circuits, and programming. Prior to attending Northeastern University, I worked with Honeywell, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Unilever.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I know how it feels to be lost and unsure while trying to figure out your ideal career path! I am looking forward to helping those that feel lost and confused and need some help and guidance to find their way. I am excited to share the insights I have gained working in the industry. I see being a career peer advisor as a platform to give back to the Khoury College graduate community!
How I can help
Through my previous experience and Northeastern resources, I have learned a lot about defining a good career path. I intend to share all of this with you and to give you on how to tailor your career path to match your long-term goals. I would be pleased to assist you with any job search/preparation needs. I am excited to support you in building your LinkedIn profile, revising your resume, preparing for the technical and behavioral interviews, setting up a GitHub profile, etc. Coming from a data science background, I can help you with any queries related to this field.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Never give up! Whatever happens, happens for a reason. Treat all your failures as a learning experience that will give you the proper perspective on success. I have failed over and over again in my life and that is why I succeeded.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently in my final semester of the MSCS program. Last summer I interned at Google as a technical program manager and had about one year of work experience back in China as a product manager.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I’m super excited to connect with students that have different backgrounds and share my own experience to help them find their own strengths to help them to find a job in tech. Looking for a job and preparing for interviews can be stressful and full of loneliness. I believe that with a peers’ encouragement and accompany, you won’t be alone on this challenging journey :).
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral mock interviews, technical mock interviews, networking advice and templates, introducing technical program manager/product manager roles in tech, and to help you to leverage your past experience and own strength to find the best fit in tech.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
One year ago, when I was looking for a pm job position in Silicon Valley. I’m the ONLY one who was looking for a none-SWE position in my program and I ended up getting an internship offer from Google. Sometimes it’s ok to be different; we all have our own strengths and ability to shine in our own life!
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am now enrolled in the Align MSCS program. Prior to that, I was an economics student for 4-year undergraduate degree, and then I switched to Data Science field. It takes me whole 2 years to make career change: I started as a “shining” consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, but to break into tech, I accepted a PM offer at a very local digital marketing agency. Surprisingly, this experience led me to a PM at Bytedance advertising platform. Since then, I stepped into the tech industry and gradually became a data engineer and software engineer now.
I am still navigating my SWE journey until today and it does not go well all the time. However, I always bear in mind that I will find a team that values my uniqueness from non-traditional background. So will you.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I hope to learn from peers, and being a CPA gives me the valuable opportunity to engage with best students who are actively seeking feedback and advice from CPAs. The biggest thing excites me, since making my career change and seeing all amazing professionals, is that always there will be emerging technologies, products and ideas from everywhere. I am more than happy to talk with CPA attendees and hear from their brilliant thoughts.
How I can help
As an Align CS student, I will help peers stand out as I know how to combine our non-CS backgrounds and tech skillset. I was in business and data analysis fields during my undergraduate, and I managed to break into tech roles with 2-year effort. For example, one of the secrets lies in my job-hunting strategy: I tailored resume to match industry-specific and product-specific roles, which significantly increases the rate of passing resume screening.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It takes time to arrive at your destination. Just control whatever you can control, reach out to whatever help you can find, and let Goddess of Fate take you there.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I’m currently in my second year of Align MSCS program. I earned a bachelor’s in accounting from Boston University and worked as an international tax associate at PwC. I worked as a SWE intern at Amazon and Google.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
During my time at Northeastern University, I’m grateful for the resourceful information that advisors and CPAs provide. I also appreciate the unique flexibility of co-op terms at NEU that helps me to conduct more than one industry-level projects to enhance my computer science skills in the real-world setting. I’m excited to give back to our community and help my peers.
How I can help
Resumé review, academic/job search plan and timeline, mock coding and behavioral interview, or any topic you would to talk!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
You’re never a loser until you quit trying.
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (2020 Align); Before I joined the Align program, I majored in public health, with little knowledge about computer science or the world of tech. Step by step, I learned about the field through courses and other online material, building my portfolio with projects and TA experiences. Eventually, I finished two co-ops in 2022, at Wayfair and Intuit.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am super excited about mentoring fellow Align students to help them succeed in their goals and pass on the knowledge my experienced colleagues gave me. It gives me great joy to see my peers and navigate this path of personal growth together.
How I can help
I am experienced in interview techniques for both behavioral and technical interviews. I also know what skills the industry seeks out, so I may point my peers in the right direction by honing their interviewing skills and equipping themselves with the correct skillset.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Enjoy the process and aim for the best.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello folks! I started the MSCS (direct entry) program at the Seattle campus. This is my last semester, and I chose to transfer to the San Jose campus. I have previous work experience in various aspects of computer science such as front end, back end, game, AIML, computer graphics and in Google, Apple, Microsoft, Tencent, and Taichi Graphics.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
This is the last chance for me to give back. I learned lots of skills in finding tech jobs, and I also gained a lot from the Khoury community. It’s time for me to help others.
How I can help
Resumé review, behavioral and technical mock interviews, professional choice for a specific branch of computer science plans for coding pracTIce etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
I believe that things will always work out in any possible way. Don’t give up early!
Current Program & Previous Experience
In my last semester of direct MSCS Program. I have held internships as a software development engineer co-op at SAP (Summer and Fall 2022) and software development engineer at Generac Power Systems (Summer and Fall 2021 and Spring 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I didn’t get a job only because I knew everything asked in the interview; my skills of answering behavioral questions and effective communication helped me reach the summit. While preparing for the technical interviews, most of the time students tend to forget the behavioral portion which leads them to rejection. I have encountered this situation before and hence I think I would not let my peers go through that whether it is technical interviews or behavioral questions.
How I can help
Job search and preparations, resume preparation, LinkedIn and GitHub profile tips, mock interviews (technical and behavioral), elevator pitches, and networking
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is understandable to feel overwhelmed and discouraged while navigating the job market as a software engineering student. However, it is essential to remember that your unique skills and experiences make you a valuable asset to any company. Instead of focusing on the competition, try to focus on highlighting these during interviews and networking opportunities. Remember that the job market is constantly changing, and new opportunities arise regularly. Don’t give up; stay persistent and be positive, and keep applying. Remember to take care of your mental and physical well-being; it will help your job search and future career.
Current Program & Previous Experience
This is my third semester at the Vancouver campus. I have been working at a cybersecurity company for several months. I also had some experiences of being an intern back in Beijing.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am happy to help and give advice to those students who need some guidance in finding tech jobs. Last semester, I also gained help from the CPAs, this semester it’s my turn to help back, give advice and see your success!
How I can help
Mock interview, my own experiences, modify resume, behavioral questions, etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It’s never too late to pursue your dream.
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (Align), SDE co-op at Amazon Robotics and SWE Intern at Tesla
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being an Align student myself and having gone through the daunting and overwhelming experience of co-op interviews, I find it extremely rewarding to help and support other students who are in the same boat as I was about a year ago!
How I can help
I would love to meet students from all backgrounds and provide them with some tips that worked for me, review LinkedIn and resumes, talk about technical interview prep, and in general, chat about anything on your mind because I know it is an intimidating process, especially if you are coming from a non-CS background.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Have trust that you have the skills and abilities you need. Keep networking and using all your resources!
Current Program & Previous Experience
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
How I can help
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
This phase of life can definitely be overwhelming. Remember that it’s a marathon, not a sprint – consistency and resilience would go a long way, don’t lose hope.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently enrolled in the Align MSCS program and this is my last semester before graduation. I have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and worked in the field for more than 2 years. I also interned at AvidXchange and Cohere Health as software engineer intern (Summer & Fall 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I received a lot of advice and tips throughout my CS journey so far, both through Northeastern and external resources, and would love to share my experience with other students as well. Giving back to the community is ultimately one of my goals.
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral and technical mock interviews for beginners, chat about anything to help you feel less stressful. So yeah, come!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Be patient. Good things take time! Keep grinding!
Current Program & Previous Experience
Third semester in the MSDS program. Worked at Walmart as a Data Engineer III Intern during Summer 2022. Currently working as a Data Science Engineer at the Network Science Institute (Lazer Lab) on-campus and as a RA for a Deep Learning project as a part of the Khoury Research Apprenticeship Program for Fall 2022. Before I joined Northeastern, I worked in a variety of roles across different domains of the industry. I have worked as a Full Stack Developer at Deshik Labs, Artificial Intelligence Researcher at Antriksh Labs, and as a Software Engineer at FICO.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being someone who has a firsthand experience of benefiting greatly from peers who help you navigate through the process of job search, I have found peer advising to be a powerful tool for success and I find this role as an opportunity to give it back to the society. The aspect of getting to share my experiences and guide my peers to their success motivates me and excites me a lot.
How I can help
I’d be happy to help you with any of your needs with respect to job search and the preparation for it. This might be anything from helping you draft and edit your resumes to speak about your strengths, optimize your LinkedIn and GitHub pages, mock technical & behavioral interviews, revising cover letters, your elevator pitches, etc. And I can help you with almost everything related to the world of DATA.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is completely okay to feel overwhelmed or lost during your job search/career transition. Always remember the motivation you had when you chose your field, and that should give you the strength to navigate forward. Always try to enjoy the process and get the most out of the opportunities you have.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Align MSCS; I have experience working in the following areas: CS5004 teaching assistant (Spring 2021), Amazon robotics co-op (Spring 2022), Salesforce Tableau intern (Summer 2022), and CS5008 teaching assistant (Spring 2023 – current).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am excited to be a career peer advisor because I can meet and talk to students from different backgrounds and learn their life stories. Mostly importantly, as an Align student, I could share my experience to help other Align students who also come from non-tech backgrounds.
I am passionate about helping others build their own path to reaching their career goals and I am looking forward to supporting you at whatever stage you’re at in your journey to a career in tech!
How I can help
Resumé review, network talk, and general advising
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is never too late to start! I’m here to help you to succeed and reach your potential. So, no worries; you can do it.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello everyone! I am currently pursuing a master’s in data science (MSDS) from the San Jose campus. I have worked in a number of roles across different streams in the industry. I have held internships in domains ranging from accounting, finance, digital circuits, and programming. Prior to attending Northeastern University, I worked with Honeywell, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Unilever.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I know how it feels to be lost and unsure while trying to figure out your ideal career path! I am looking forward to helping those that feel lost and confused and need some help and guidance to find their way. I am excited to share the insights I have gained working in the industry. I see being a career peer advisor as a platform to give back to the Khoury College graduate community!
How I can help
Through my previous experience and Northeastern resources, I have learned a lot about defining a good career path. I intend to share all of this with you and to give you on how to tailor your career path to match your long-term goals. I would be pleased to assist you with any job search/preparation needs. I am excited to support you in building your LinkedIn profile, revising your resume, preparing for the technical and behavioral interviews, setting up a GitHub profile, etc. Coming from a data science background, I can help you with any queries related to this field.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Never give up! Whatever happens, happens for a reason. Treat all your failures as a learning experience that will give you the proper perspective on success. I have failed over and over again in my life and that is why I succeeded.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently in my final semester of the MSCS program. Last summer I interned at Google as a technical program manager and had about one year of work experience back in China as a product manager.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I’m super excited to connect with students that have different backgrounds and share my own experience to help them find their own strengths to help them to find a job in tech. Looking for a job and preparing for interviews can be stressful and full of loneliness. I believe that with a peers’ encouragement and accompany, you won’t be alone on this challenging journey :).
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral mock interviews, technical mock interviews, networking advice and templates, introducing technical program manager/product manager roles in tech, and to help you to leverage your past experience and own strength to find the best fit in tech.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
One year ago, when I was looking for a pm job position in Silicon Valley. I’m the ONLY one who was looking for a none-SWE position in my program and I ended up getting an internship offer from Google. Sometimes it’s ok to be different; we all have our own strengths and ability to shine in our own life!
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am now enrolled in the Align MSCS program. Prior to that, I was an economics student for 4-year undergraduate degree, and then I switched to Data Science field. It takes me whole 2 years to make career change: I started as a “shining” consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, but to break into tech, I accepted a PM offer at a very local digital marketing agency. Surprisingly, this experience led me to a PM at Bytedance advertising platform. Since then, I stepped into the tech industry and gradually became a data engineer and software engineer now.
I am still navigating my SWE journey until today and it does not go well all the time. However, I always bear in mind that I will find a team that values my uniqueness from non-traditional background. So will you.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I hope to learn from peers, and being a CPA gives me the valuable opportunity to engage with best students who are actively seeking feedback and advice from CPAs. The biggest thing excites me, since making my career change and seeing all amazing professionals, is that always there will be emerging technologies, products and ideas from everywhere. I am more than happy to talk with CPA attendees and hear from their brilliant thoughts.
How I can help
As an Align CS student, I will help peers stand out as I know how to combine our non-CS backgrounds and tech skillset. I was in business and data analysis fields during my undergraduate, and I managed to break into tech roles with 2-year effort. For example, one of the secrets lies in my job-hunting strategy: I tailored resume to match industry-specific and product-specific roles, which significantly increases the rate of passing resume screening.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It takes time to arrive at your destination. Just control whatever you can control, reach out to whatever help you can find, and let Goddess of Fate take you there.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I’m currently in my second year of Align MSCS program. I earned a bachelor’s in accounting from Boston University and worked as an international tax associate at PwC. I worked as a SWE intern at Amazon and Google.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
During my time at Northeastern University, I’m grateful for the resourceful information that advisors and CPAs provide. I also appreciate the unique flexibility of co-op terms at NEU that helps me to conduct more than one industry-level projects to enhance my computer science skills in the real-world setting. I’m excited to give back to our community and help my peers.
How I can help
Resumé review, academic/job search plan and timeline, mock coding and behavioral interview, or any topic you would to talk!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
You’re never a loser until you quit trying.
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (2020 Align); Before I joined the Align program, I majored in public health, with little knowledge about computer science or the world of tech. Step by step, I learned about the field through courses and other online material, building my portfolio with projects and TA experiences. Eventually, I finished two co-ops in 2022, at Wayfair and Intuit.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am super excited about mentoring fellow Align students to help them succeed in their goals and pass on the knowledge my experienced colleagues gave me. It gives me great joy to see my peers and navigate this path of personal growth together.
How I can help
I am experienced in interview techniques for both behavioral and technical interviews. I also know what skills the industry seeks out, so I may point my peers in the right direction by honing their interviewing skills and equipping themselves with the correct skillset.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Enjoy the process and aim for the best.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello folks! I started the MSCS (direct entry) program at the Seattle campus. This is my last semester, and I chose to transfer to the San Jose campus. I have previous work experience in various aspects of computer science such as front end, back end, game, AIML, computer graphics and in Google, Apple, Microsoft, Tencent, and Taichi Graphics.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
This is the last chance for me to give back. I learned lots of skills in finding tech jobs, and I also gained a lot from the Khoury community. It’s time for me to help others.
How I can help
Resumé review, behavioral and technical mock interviews, professional choice for a specific branch of computer science plans for coding pracTIce etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
I believe that things will always work out in any possible way. Don’t give up early!
Current Program & Previous Experience
In my last semester of direct MSCS Program. I have held internships as a software development engineer co-op at SAP (Summer and Fall 2022) and software development engineer at Generac Power Systems (Summer and Fall 2021 and Spring 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I didn’t get a job only because I knew everything asked in the interview; my skills of answering behavioral questions and effective communication helped me reach the summit. While preparing for the technical interviews, most of the time students tend to forget the behavioral portion which leads them to rejection. I have encountered this situation before and hence I think I would not let my peers go through that whether it is technical interviews or behavioral questions.
How I can help
Job search and preparations, resume preparation, LinkedIn and GitHub profile tips, mock interviews (technical and behavioral), elevator pitches, and networking
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is understandable to feel overwhelmed and discouraged while navigating the job market as a software engineering student. However, it is essential to remember that your unique skills and experiences make you a valuable asset to any company. Instead of focusing on the competition, try to focus on highlighting these during interviews and networking opportunities. Remember that the job market is constantly changing, and new opportunities arise regularly. Don’t give up; stay persistent and be positive, and keep applying. Remember to take care of your mental and physical well-being; it will help your job search and future career.
Current Program & Previous Experience
This is my third semester at the Vancouver campus. I have been working at a cybersecurity company for several months. I also had some experiences of being an intern back in Beijing.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am happy to help and give advice to those students who need some guidance in finding tech jobs. Last semester, I also gained help from the CPAs, this semester it’s my turn to help back, give advice and see your success!
How I can help
Mock interview, my own experiences, modify resume, behavioral questions, etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It’s never too late to pursue your dream.
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (Align), SDE co-op at Amazon Robotics and SWE Intern at Tesla
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being an Align student myself and having gone through the daunting and overwhelming experience of co-op interviews, I find it extremely rewarding to help and support other students who are in the same boat as I was about a year ago!
How I can help
I would love to meet students from all backgrounds and provide them with some tips that worked for me, review LinkedIn and resumes, talk about technical interview prep, and in general, chat about anything on your mind because I know it is an intimidating process, especially if you are coming from a non-CS background.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Have trust that you have the skills and abilities you need. Keep networking and using all your resources!
Current Program & Previous Experience
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
How I can help
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
This phase of life can definitely be overwhelming. Remember that it’s a marathon, not a sprint – consistency and resilience would go a long way, don’t lose hope.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently enrolled in the Align MSCS program and this is my last semester before graduation. I have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and worked in the field for more than 2 years. I also interned at AvidXchange and Cohere Health as software engineer intern (Summer & Fall 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I received a lot of advice and tips throughout my CS journey so far, both through Northeastern and external resources, and would love to share my experience with other students as well. Giving back to the community is ultimately one of my goals.
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral and technical mock interviews for beginners, chat about anything to help you feel less stressful. So yeah, come!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Be patient. Good things take time! Keep grinding!
Current Program & Previous Experience
Third semester in the MSDS program. Worked at Walmart as a Data Engineer III Intern during Summer 2022. Currently working as a Data Science Engineer at the Network Science Institute (Lazer Lab) on-campus and as a RA for a Deep Learning project as a part of the Khoury Research Apprenticeship Program for Fall 2022. Before I joined Northeastern, I worked in a variety of roles across different domains of the industry. I have worked as a Full Stack Developer at Deshik Labs, Artificial Intelligence Researcher at Antriksh Labs, and as a Software Engineer at FICO.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
Being someone who has a firsthand experience of benefiting greatly from peers who help you navigate through the process of job search, I have found peer advising to be a powerful tool for success and I find this role as an opportunity to give it back to the society. The aspect of getting to share my experiences and guide my peers to their success motivates me and excites me a lot.
How I can help
I’d be happy to help you with any of your needs with respect to job search and the preparation for it. This might be anything from helping you draft and edit your resumes to speak about your strengths, optimize your LinkedIn and GitHub pages, mock technical & behavioral interviews, revising cover letters, your elevator pitches, etc. And I can help you with almost everything related to the world of DATA.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is completely okay to feel overwhelmed or lost during your job search/career transition. Always remember the motivation you had when you chose your field, and that should give you the strength to navigate forward. Always try to enjoy the process and get the most out of the opportunities you have.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Align MSCS; I have experience working in the following areas: CS5004 teaching assistant (Spring 2021), Amazon robotics co-op (Spring 2022), Salesforce Tableau intern (Summer 2022), and CS5008 teaching assistant (Spring 2023 – current).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am excited to be a career peer advisor because I can meet and talk to students from different backgrounds and learn their life stories. Mostly importantly, as an Align student, I could share my experience to help other Align students who also come from non-tech backgrounds.
I am passionate about helping others build their own path to reaching their career goals and I am looking forward to supporting you at whatever stage you’re at in your journey to a career in tech!
How I can help
Resumé review, network talk, and general advising
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is never too late to start! I’m here to help you to succeed and reach your potential. So, no worries; you can do it.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello everyone! I am currently pursuing a master’s in data science (MSDS) from the San Jose campus. I have worked in a number of roles across different streams in the industry. I have held internships in domains ranging from accounting, finance, digital circuits, and programming. Prior to attending Northeastern University, I worked with Honeywell, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Unilever.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I know how it feels to be lost and unsure while trying to figure out your ideal career path! I am looking forward to helping those that feel lost and confused and need some help and guidance to find their way. I am excited to share the insights I have gained working in the industry. I see being a career peer advisor as a platform to give back to the Khoury College graduate community!
How I can help
Through my previous experience and Northeastern resources, I have learned a lot about defining a good career path. I intend to share all of this with you and to give you on how to tailor your career path to match your long-term goals. I would be pleased to assist you with any job search/preparation needs. I am excited to support you in building your LinkedIn profile, revising your resume, preparing for the technical and behavioral interviews, setting up a GitHub profile, etc. Coming from a data science background, I can help you with any queries related to this field.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Never give up! Whatever happens, happens for a reason. Treat all your failures as a learning experience that will give you the proper perspective on success. I have failed over and over again in my life and that is why I succeeded.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am currently in my final semester of the MSCS program. Last summer I interned at Google as a technical program manager and had about one year of work experience back in China as a product manager.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I’m super excited to connect with students that have different backgrounds and share my own experience to help them find their own strengths to help them to find a job in tech. Looking for a job and preparing for interviews can be stressful and full of loneliness. I believe that with a peers’ encouragement and accompany, you won’t be alone on this challenging journey :).
How I can help
Resumé reviews, behavioral mock interviews, technical mock interviews, networking advice and templates, introducing technical program manager/product manager roles in tech, and to help you to leverage your past experience and own strength to find the best fit in tech.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
One year ago, when I was looking for a pm job position in Silicon Valley. I’m the ONLY one who was looking for a none-SWE position in my program and I ended up getting an internship offer from Google. Sometimes it’s ok to be different; we all have our own strengths and ability to shine in our own life!
Current Program & Previous Experience
I am now enrolled in the Align MSCS program. Prior to that, I was an economics student for 4-year undergraduate degree, and then I switched to Data Science field. It takes me whole 2 years to make career change: I started as a “shining” consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, but to break into tech, I accepted a PM offer at a very local digital marketing agency. Surprisingly, this experience led me to a PM at Bytedance advertising platform. Since then, I stepped into the tech industry and gradually became a data engineer and software engineer now.
I am still navigating my SWE journey until today and it does not go well all the time. However, I always bear in mind that I will find a team that values my uniqueness from non-traditional background. So will you.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I hope to learn from peers, and being a CPA gives me the valuable opportunity to engage with best students who are actively seeking feedback and advice from CPAs. The biggest thing excites me, since making my career change and seeing all amazing professionals, is that always there will be emerging technologies, products and ideas from everywhere. I am more than happy to talk with CPA attendees and hear from their brilliant thoughts.
How I can help
As an Align CS student, I will help peers stand out as I know how to combine our non-CS backgrounds and tech skillset. I was in business and data analysis fields during my undergraduate, and I managed to break into tech roles with 2-year effort. For example, one of the secrets lies in my job-hunting strategy: I tailored resume to match industry-specific and product-specific roles, which significantly increases the rate of passing resume screening.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It takes time to arrive at your destination. Just control whatever you can control, reach out to whatever help you can find, and let Goddess of Fate take you there.
Current Program & Previous Experience
I’m currently in my second year of Align MSCS program. I earned a bachelor’s in accounting from Boston University and worked as an international tax associate at PwC. I worked as a SWE intern at Amazon and Google.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
During my time at Northeastern University, I’m grateful for the resourceful information that advisors and CPAs provide. I also appreciate the unique flexibility of co-op terms at NEU that helps me to conduct more than one industry-level projects to enhance my computer science skills in the real-world setting. I’m excited to give back to our community and help my peers.
How I can help
Resumé review, academic/job search plan and timeline, mock coding and behavioral interview, or any topic you would to talk!
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
You’re never a loser until you quit trying.
Current Program & Previous Experience
MSCS (2020 Align); Before I joined the Align program, I majored in public health, with little knowledge about computer science or the world of tech. Step by step, I learned about the field through courses and other online material, building my portfolio with projects and TA experiences. Eventually, I finished two co-ops in 2022, at Wayfair and Intuit.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am super excited about mentoring fellow Align students to help them succeed in their goals and pass on the knowledge my experienced colleagues gave me. It gives me great joy to see my peers and navigate this path of personal growth together.
How I can help
I am experienced in interview techniques for both behavioral and technical interviews. I also know what skills the industry seeks out, so I may point my peers in the right direction by honing their interviewing skills and equipping themselves with the correct skillset.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
Enjoy the process and aim for the best.
Current Program & Previous Experience
Hello folks! I started the MSCS (direct entry) program at the Seattle campus. This is my last semester, and I chose to transfer to the San Jose campus. I have previous work experience in various aspects of computer science such as front end, back end, game, AIML, computer graphics and in Google, Apple, Microsoft, Tencent, and Taichi Graphics.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
This is the last chance for me to give back. I learned lots of skills in finding tech jobs, and I also gained a lot from the Khoury community. It’s time for me to help others.
How I can help
Resumé review, behavioral and technical mock interviews, professional choice for a specific branch of computer science plans for coding pracTIce etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
I believe that things will always work out in any possible way. Don’t give up early!
Current Program & Previous Experience
In my last semester of direct MSCS Program. I have held internships as a software development engineer co-op at SAP (Summer and Fall 2022) and software development engineer at Generac Power Systems (Summer and Fall 2021 and Spring 2022).
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I didn’t get a job only because I knew everything asked in the interview; my skills of answering behavioral questions and effective communication helped me reach the summit. While preparing for the technical interviews, most of the time students tend to forget the behavioral portion which leads them to rejection. I have encountered this situation before and hence I think I would not let my peers go through that whether it is technical interviews or behavioral questions.
How I can help
Job search and preparations, resume preparation, LinkedIn and GitHub profile tips, mock interviews (technical and behavioral), elevator pitches, and networking
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It is understandable to feel overwhelmed and discouraged while navigating the job market as a software engineering student. However, it is essential to remember that your unique skills and experiences make you a valuable asset to any company. Instead of focusing on the competition, try to focus on highlighting these during interviews and networking opportunities. Remember that the job market is constantly changing, and new opportunities arise regularly. Don’t give up; stay persistent and be positive, and keep applying. Remember to take care of your mental and physical well-being; it will help your job search and future career.
Current Program & Previous Experience
This is my third semester at the Vancouver campus. I have been working at a cybersecurity company for several months. I also had some experiences of being an intern back in Beijing.
What aspects of being a CPA excite you?
I am happy to help and give advice to those students who need some guidance in finding tech jobs. Last semester, I also gained help from the CPAs, this semester it’s my turn to help back, give advice and see your success!
How I can help
Mock interview, my own experiences, modify resume, behavioral questions, etc.
Additional thoughts/words of encouragement
It’s never too late to pursue your dream.
