Place of Employment: OneMagnify

Program of Study: Computer Science: Programming in Java

Job Title: Data Engineer

Quote "I was hired for a summer internship at Digital Summer Clinic (which I met at the WCC Career Fair). I worked at Ready Signal as Data Science Intern and then got the job at their parent company RXA @ OneMagnify. All of the Java classes as well as SQL class prepared me for this role. We did a lot of projects which made me a high-quality software developer. Special thanks to professors Jing Bai, AJ Fahmy, and Daniel Majaess."

Place of Employment: University of Michigan

Program of Study: Science and Pre-engineering

Job Title: Researcher

How did your classes or the Center for Career Success at WCC prepare you for this role? "Taking physics and chemistry has given me the knowledge necessary to utilize scientific tools and programs to collect data and test hypotheses. Furthermore, classes at WCC foster a collaborative environment where teamwork and participation are encouraged. Professors are both patient and knowledgeable about the subjects they teach, which provides students with perspective about their future pursuits. Additionally, the Center for Career Success is a hidden gem; through it, I learned ways to improve my resume, realizing that crafting one is a skill that requires both patience and persistence. Moreover, Amanda and Kyrsten help students find their inner light and believe in themselves. I wouldn’t have bothered to apply to various positions and internships if it weren’t for the encouraging words of both of these individuals."

Place of Employment: Walt Disney World

Program of Study: Liberal Arts

Job Title: Disney Cast Member - Internship

How did your classes or the Center for Career Success at WCC prepare you for this role? "The Career Center has walked with me over the years through the application process of different positions. Amanda Deacon was there to help me tailor my resume to best fit my Disney College Program application. Additionally, being held accountable gave me more confidence in applying. Having a resume that I personally put work into, I discovered my true strengths, weaknesses, and core values. Being aware of and owning them both allowed me to take the next step in the interview process without overthinking. Disney is a large company, which can sometimes feel intimidating; however, working with Amanda and utilizing the tools the Career for Career Success provided allowed me to magnify what I bring to the table. "

Place of Employment: Bailey Library, Washtenaw Community College

Program of Study: English

Job Title: Clerk

How do you think this employment experience will help your career? "Career Center helps all lot. My English is improving so much and that helps with my classes too. My resume now is professional because I added all my good experience in Career Center."

Place of Employment: Cumulus Media

Program of Study: Broadcast Arts

Job Title: Promotions Assistant

What I expect to learn from this opportunity: "It's a great starting place wanting a career in media. Setting up broadcasts will increase my network and knowledge within the industry building my skills along the way."

Place of Employment: Trinity Health

Program of Study: Nursing

Job Title: Patient Transporter

How do you think this employment experience will help your career? “It’s a stepping stone for the program I’m currently in because it involves interacting with patients!”

Internship Site: NFL - Detroit Lions

Program of Study: Liberal Arts Transfer

Job: Football Education Intern

Quote: "The Center for Career Success at WCC provided me with invaluable assistance in my internship search. Despite applying to over 25 internships for the summer 2023, I only received two interview opportunities, which made me realize that my resume needed improvement. Fortunately, Amanda Deacon was available to help me build and perfect my resume, and after investing considerable time and effort into the process, I was pleased to share it with other internship postings. Although I was disappointed not to secure an interview with Adidas (my top internship), I continued applying to internships through platforms like LinkedIn and Handshake. Eventually, the Lions responded positively to my application, but I was understandably nervous about the interview. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to do an interview prep session with Amanda, which helped boost my confidence. Despite being called for a group interview, which was a new experience for me, Amanda's reassurance helped me succeed. Overall, the Center for Career Success at WCC has helped me in multiple ways, including resume building, self- confidence, and interview preparation."

Place of Employment: Toyota of Ann Arbor

Program of Study: Automotive Services Technician

Job: Express Technician

Quote: "This career opportunity means a lot to me. I am able to advance in the field of work I’ve always dreamed of being in. I love my job working in a professional garage very much and I wouldn’t trade it for the world. The people I work with and the management team are amazing! They have been so helpful and always willing to accommodate my school schedule and provide an excellent work/life balance. All around Toyota of Ann Arbor is an amazing place to work! I’m very happy I got this job and that WCC has taught me so much to be able to advance in this field."

Place of Employment: Henry Ford Health

Program of Study: Business Administration with a Certificate in Marketing

Job: Patient Care Representative

Quote: "This opportunity is such an honor because it is the only place that's flexible with my summer classes schedule and for me to be gone for 3 weeks to visit my family overseas. On top of that it’s giving me an opportunity to grow and learn new information that I can carry out through your my life while also allowing me to provide my best support to the company by helping it grow and excel. I’m thrilled to start my chapter with Henry Ford Health."

Internship Site: University of Michigan, Information and Technology Services

Program of Study: Cybersecurity

Job: Support Specialist Intern

Quote: "The Center of Career Services played a vital role in getting this opportunity with the University of Michigan. Through working with Amanda Deacon, I was able to craft an effective resume, cover letter and interview skills to get selected. Without her none of this would be feasible. She gave me the confidence and enthusiasm to begin to believe that this might be a possibility. I am immensely grateful to the Center of Career Services and, more importantly, to Amanda for her time, dedication and patience."

Internship Site: University of Michigan, Information and Technology Services

Program of Study: Cybersecurity

Job: Computer Consult II Intern

Quote: "This opportunity is very exciting for me, as it will give me experience in the field, help me learn new skills, meet people, and build my resume for future job opportunities!"

Internship Site: University of Michigan, Information and Technology Services

Program of Study: Pre-Engineering Science Transfer

Job: Project Manager Intern

Quote: "I am very passionate to pursue industrial and operations engineering degree which will allow me to work in a career where I can oversee engineering projects to enhance systems and processes. The project manager internship opportunity at the ITS will provide me with hands on experience in managing infrastructure construction projects that will help me improve my skills in management, including leadership, planning, executing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management. As a project manager intern, I will collaborate closely with experts in a field that is close enough to my field of interest , providing me with the opportunity to learn more about my preferred industry. Moreover, through this internship I will be able to apply my theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting and learn about the practical challenges and opportunities that arise in project management."