USC Viterbi Career Connections

Check out this article on how a student took on the challenge of their internship being cancelled due to COVID-19 - https://indianexpress.com/article/education/students-voice/how-i-managed-after-losing-internships-during-covid-19-6448983/

: The Power of Networking

Divya Choudhary, a master’s student in data science, kicked off 2020 with a dream summer internship offer focusing on her interest in deep learning and advanced natural language processing. On April 9, however, her internship was cancelled. Divya responded by tapping into her professional network and secured another offer just twelve days later.

What to know how she did it? Check out our recent blog post for Divya's story and advice on the power of networking: https://viterbicareers.usc.edu/celebrating-viterbi-students-the-power-of-networking/

School's out for summer... but Viterbi Career Connections is open!

❓ Schedule career advising appointments
✌️ Attend virtual Trojan Talks and employer events
📝 Polish your resume
💼 Develop professional skills

Learn more about our summer operations: https://viterbicareers.usc.edu/viterbi-career-connections-is-open-during-the-summer/

highlighting the newest members of the USC Viterbi alumni family 🤩

We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go! Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans. ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

Class of 2020, celebrate your transition from students to alumni by joining the Trojan Network, USC's exclusive professional networking and mentorship platform!

🎓 Connect with alumni in a preferred industry or geographic location
💼 Gain valuable career advice specific to your field
👩‍🏫 Find a mentor
🤝 Build a professional network

USC Viterbi also offers Viterbi Link, a Viterbi-specific version of the Trojan Network.

Trojan Network: https://careers.usc.edu/trojan-network/
Viterbi Link: https://viterbicareers.usc.edu/viterbilink/

Congratulations to all of our newest USC Viterbi alumni! Check out where some of these amazing new grads are going 🎓🎉

Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans.

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

Just two more days until graduation! Check out where these soon-to-be Viterbi graduates are heading ✨

We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go! Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans. ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

: Networking

👩‍🏫 Talk to a teacher
🎓 Ask alumni
👂 Hear from recruiters
✌️ Collab with colleagues

For more information, check out our networking toolkit: https://viterbicareers.usc.edu/toolkit-networking/

Some featuring our amazing graduating Viterbi students 🤩

We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go! Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans. ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

: Patty Dang, Assistant Director ✌️

Q: What is your role in the office?
A: As Assistant Director, I meet with students to discuss career exploration, job search, interview preparation, salary negotiation and evaluating job offers. I am knowledgeable about the needs and concerns of international students, and I also run the Viterbi Career Ambassadors Program.

Q: How long have you worked at USC?
A: 3 years

Q: What is one reason why you love working in career services?
A: I love being a part of a student’s professional growth journey. It is wonderful to see students who maybe nervous and worried turn into confident, talented individuals ready to utilize their knowledge and skills to make our world a better place.

Q: What is your current past time while working from home?
A: My current past time while working from home is taking my dog for multiple walks everyday.

Q: What is your favorite place to eat near USC?
A: Ramen Kenjo at the USC Village

Q: What is your favorite color?
A: Pink

Just one week until graduation! Check out where these soon-to-be Viterbi graduates are heading ✨

We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go! Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans. ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

: Studying for Finals

🍴 Eat some protein
🚫 Don't cram for exams
📍 Switch the study spot
👩‍🏫 Teach to someone else
📝 Don't get distracted

Good luck and fight on! ✌️

What's better for Monday motivation than ? ✨

We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go! Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans. ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

End your week with a little positivity by ✨

We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go! Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans. ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

Join Northrop Grumman recruiter Cameron White tomorrow (April 30, 12-1 p.m.) for a workshop on how to effectively look for a job or internship while operating remotely. The session will cover the job search, phone and video interviews, working from home, and a participant Q&A.

RSVP on Viterbi Career Gateway: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso

: Virtual Interviewing

👔 Dress to impress
👁 Eye contact
✅ Check your user name
🚫 Don't click around
📄 Keep your resume ready
🎥 Set the stage

For more information, check out our virtual recruiting tips & resources: https://viterbicareers.usc.edu/virtual-recruiting-tips/

: Erin Brown, Marketing & Communications Graduate Intern ✌️

Q: What is your role in the office?
A: As the Marketing & Communications intern, I'm responsible for managing our communications channels such as the VCC website, social media accounts, blog and newsletter. I also design flyers and other graphics for the office.

Q: What are you studying?
A: Master's in strategic public relations

Q: What is your favorite place to eat near USC?
A: Chick-fil-a. You can get free sandwiches, nuggets and fries through the Pocket Points app!

Q: What is your current past time while being remote?
A: I recently signed up for an introduction to coding class. I'm learning the basic concepts now and will move on to learning Python after I finish the introductory course.

Q: What advice do you have for current USC students?
A: Take advantage of all the incredible people you meet on campus. Your professors, guest speakers and classmates can form a valuable part of your professional network, but you need to put in the effort to make it happen.

Q: What is your favorite color?
A: Duke Blue - my undergrad's school color!

Start your Monday off right by ! ✨

We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go! Make sure to complete the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans. ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

Today (and every day!) we're celebrating Viterbi student success! We’re excited to see all the places that the Class of 2020 will go and highlight their accomplishments in our social media campaign.

Fill out the First Destination Survey to let us know your post-grad plans! Good luck on all of your future endeavors and Fight On! ✌🏽🎓

First Destination Survey: usc.12twenty.com

The Office of International Services (OIS) offers regular group advising sessions on topics such as STEM OPT Extensions (April 24, 11 a.m.), Leave of Absence (April 24, 3 p.m.) and OPT (April 28, 3 p.m.).

RSVP and view the full schedule here: https://ois.usc.edu/events/

🚨 Last chance to submit your resume for our resume books! 🚨

Resume book submissions close TOMORROW (April 24). These books will be shared with employers actively recruiting for positions.

Before submitting, make sure to update your resume using VMOCK (vmock.com/usc) to get a score of 75 or higher. Upload your updated resume to Viterbi Career Gateway and submit under "My Documents --> Opt-In Books."

https://bit.ly/viterbigateway

Where will you go after graduation, Class of 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣0️⃣? We want to know and highlight your accomplishments in our "Celebrating Viterbi Student Success" social media campaign!

If you are graduating in May, have accepted a full-time job offer, and would like to be featured in our campaign, please complete this survey by Friday (April 24): https://usc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6XoLFslXoRVTS5v

This week’s career and internship events 👏🏽

🥾 Career & Internship Boot Camp: April 22 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
💼 Recent Alumni & Students Virtual Career Fair: April 23 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
🚌 Medtronic Virtual Company Trek: April 24 | 3-4:30 p.m.

Visit Viterbi Career Gateway to RSVP and view the full schedule of upcoming engineering events.

https://bit.ly/viterbigateway

: Lilian Barajas, Associate Director ✌️

Q: What is your role in the office?
A: As Associate Director, I provide career advising to engineering students, help coordinate and execute events, and manage VCC operations, including supervising our interns.

Q: How long have you worked at USC?
A: 13 years

Q: What is one reason why you love working in career services?
A: One of the reasons why I love working in career services is the diverse projects and people I get to work with help keep me excited about my job.

Q: What is your current past time while working from home?
A: Going on daily walks through my neighborhood.

Q: What is your favorite place to eat near USC?
A: Greenleaf at the USC Village

Q: What is your favorite color?
A: Teal

CLASS OF 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣0️⃣: Don't forget to complete the First Destination Survey!

Whether you are not certain of your plans yet, have secured a job or fellowship, or will attend graduate school, we need to hear from everyone! $5 Amazon gift card codes will be emailed to all undergrads who fill out the survey ✌️

Submit today: usc.12twenty.com

Are you still looking for an internship or job? In addition to the opportunities on Viterbi Career Gateway, take a look at the "Still Hiring Engineers" job/internship list curated by Viterbi Career Connections. We will update this list on a weekly basis with new opportunities found just for you!

View the list here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11Y4InRxRh1p2x5MWBg8G2Bv_xdQXxmCRuXES6Nfat_o/edit?usp=sharing

Get (professionally) fit at our Career & Internship Boot Camp on April 22! Topics include:

📝 Resumes & Cover Letters
🔍 Job/internship search process
🤝 Networking
🎤 Interview prep
⚖️ Evaluating job offers

Attend the entire event or drop-in for specific sessions! Learn more and RSVP on Viterbi Career Gateway: https://bit.ly/viterbigateway

Still looking for a full-time job or internship? Submit your resume to the Viterbi Career Connections Resume Book by April 24! These books will be shared with employers actively recruiting for positions.

Before submitting, make sure to update your resume using VMOCK (vmock.com/usc) to get a score of 75 or higher. Upload your updated resume to Gateway and submit under "My Documents --> Opt-In Books."

: Remote Job Search

📝 Make a plan
🤯 Look at booming industries
🤝 Build your network
💻 Check out virtual events
❓ Ask a career adviser
💼 Be your own boss
👍 Don't give up!

For more information, check out our virtual recruiting tips & resources: https://viterbicareers.usc.edu/virtual-recruiting-tips/

This week’s career and internship events 👏🏽

🐔Chick-fil-a Trojan Talk: April 14 | 2-3 p.m.
🐔Chick-fil-a Office Hours: April 15 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
🔍Veeva Resume Reviews: April 16 | 12-1 p.m., 3-4 p.m.
💼BAE Systems Trojan Talk: April 16 | 5:30-7 p.m.

Visit Viterbi Career Gateway to RSVP for Trojan Talks and view the full schedule of upcoming engineering events.