Hi Bulls!!
Today's BRASA Highlight is Isadora Oliveira Grasel, a junior majoring in Computer Science. This summer, Isadora worked as an Information Systems and Technology Intern at Apple in Austin, Texas! ????
For Isadora, Apple has a huge commitment to always innovate with responsibility, valuing customer satisfaction and privacy. During her time there, it's was clear to her that her opinion and perspective were always welcomed and heard, even as "just"an intern. They provide so many resources, events, and opportunities for professional, personal, and technical growth. She was able to meet amazing professional there that have inspired and supported her in so many ways!
Isadora had never applied online for any position at Apple before. She had the opportunity to talk to one of the managers of the intern program at the Apple booth when she attended SHPE last year. Isa had her first interview with him in person later that day, and a few weeks later she had the final interview with the hiring manager. She got her official offer in early January and joined the company in May. ??
From this internship experience, Isadora also learned an important thing:
? We should always be passionate about the problem, and not a solution. We shouldn't try to fit a problem into a solution we like, but find the best solution for the problem in hand. It's also essential to have in mind that simply having a solution to a problem isn't enough, we have to show that the solution is easier than dealing with the issue itself.
?? Isadora's Highlight Tip: “Research the company: know about their culture and values, products, new releases, etc. Practice your elevator pitch and how to talk with recruiters: know how to sell yourself! Have a storyline and purpose for the projects you worked on, clubs and organizations you were involved, your personal, academic, and professional interests and goals. Show (don't tell) commitment, energy, passion, and curiosity!”
Congrats on your accomplishments, Isa, and thank you for sharing your experience with us! ??
*The perspectives shared in this highlight are personal reflections of the intern and are not representative of Apple Inc.’s official views or policies.*
Honors Math & Data Science and Computer Science Student at University of Delaware
7 个月Can't wait to be back this summer!