Classroom to Careers: Kelsey Christensen
Kelsey was unsure about her future career. She didn’t know what job she wanted for the rest of her life, but as her four years slowly winded to an end, she knew she had to find out.
Kelsey was unsure about her future career. She didn’t know what job she wanted for the rest of her life, but as her four years slowly winded to an end, she knew she had to find out.
Joe, a senior in Mathematics and Computer Science, performed research with ISU faculty members resulting in two published research papers.
Research opportunities and résumé reviews helped senior in sociology, Cein Moran, land an internship with the Iowa Department of Corrections.
Melissa, a senior in Biology, used CyHire and LAS Career Services to prepare for the Agriculture and Life Sciences Career Fair. She obtained an internship where she will perform plant-based genetics research with Monsanto.
Brian Garrido, senior in philosophy and economics, went from failing an econ exam his freshman year to ending senior year with a full-time job awaiting him.
Sara, a senior in Statistics, used CyHire and LAS Career Services for her internship search. She obtained an internship with Kingland Systems and built on her statistical and communication skills as a Advanced Statistical Analytics Intern.
Brooke Fleener, Senior in Speech Communication, gained “real world” experience right here on Iowa State’s campus as a Conference Manager through the Department of Residence.
Adrienne, senior in biochemistry has spent her time at Iowa State working her way from the labs on campus to working alongside researchers at Mayo Clinics.
Seth, a senior in mathematics, worked with faculty members to prepare for summer research program applications. He was invited to attend the Research Experiences in Mathematics for Undergraduates and Teachers program at California State University in Chico, CA where he further developed his mathematical skills.
Emelie, Senior in Public Relations and English, was the only communications intern at Textron Aviation. This experience exposed her to all aspects of the communications field and also gave her the opportunity to fly a plane.