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"I am a junior majoring in Civil Engineering and History with a specialty in Structural Engineering. One fun fact about myself is that I love to bake for my friends and family and especially around the holidays. The reason I became a peer mentor is to challenge myself to learn a whole new set of skills in advising and communication. I also wanted to use my skillset to help other students like me move forward in their career prospects and learn the best strategies and tricks to get started in their industry."

"I’m a senior majoring in chemical engineering from Northern California. I took CRDV301 during the spring quarter of my freshman year and used the lessons to secure and complete a co-op during the latter part of my sophomore year. In the future, I plan to obtain a PhD and become a research and development scientist in energy storage, nanotechnology, or consumer goods. After taking CRDV301 and completing co-op, I wanted to serve as a peer mentor to give back to fellow engineering students. Outside the classroom, one of my biggest interests is following professional soccer, specifically the English Premier League. I’m excited to help students on their pathways to career success."

"I am a Civil Engineering major interested in pursuing a career related to structural engineering and sustainability. I became a mentor because I believe students should have a peer as a resource when it comes to the job search. My goal is to assist our Career Advisors by providing a student perspective on the job search, digging into how students can find a position that best fits their skills and interests. As an engineering student, I also hope to be a resource for students looking to bridge the gap between their academics and career development. I am excited to begin meeting with you to review your resume or cover letter, chat about the job search, and more!"

"I am a junior originally from Tegucigalpa, Honduras studying chemical engineering with a minor in biotechnology and biochemical engineering. This summer, I was part of an internship with Hollister Incorporated in Libertyville, Illinois. During the internship, I helped optimize a protocol to be used in a clinical study to research the microbiome of the skin of the stoma in ostomy patients. I decided to become a peer mentor for ECD to guide fellow students through the job search process from the perspective of a college student herself, helping them build confidence and navigate their career pathways with ease, especially first generation students, international students, and those who have had no previous exposure to resources pertaining to career development, networking, and securing employment opportunities."

"I am a Sophomore from Germany studying Manufacturing and Design Engineering and Economics, and my area of interest is the automotive industry. I became a peer mentor as I enjoy helping my peers and wish to share my experience and help others achieve their career goals, making that process as easy as possible! As a peer mentor, I hope to serve as a great resource to help you pursue your dreams and find out what you want to do and how to achieve it. I enjoy watching football (soccer), and the team I support is Vfl Wolfsburg. In my free time, I enjoy playing various ball sports, going to the gym and skiing in winter. I look forward to meeting you!"