Meet Your Career Development Coordinator

Hi, I'm Valeria (V) Alonso, your Coordinator for Career Development in the Department of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. I provide personalized career support for undergraduate and graduate students, including assistance with internships, resumes, interviews, networking, job searches, career exploration, and professional development.

Whether you're preparing for your first internship or getting ready to launch your career after graduation, I'm here to help. Explore the available appointment topics and schedule an appointment through Handshake to discuss your career goals and next steps. Click here to make an appointment on HANDSHAKE

Common topics for undergraduates

Career exploration
Networking (e.g., how to talk to employers about career opportunities)
Internship, part-time, full-time opportunities
Resume, cover letter, personal statement reviews
Preparing for technical & behavioral internships
Salary Negotiation
Internship Credit
CPT approval

Common topics for graduate students

Exploring career options after Ph.D and MS
Networking
Creating and revising CVs
Preparing for graduate school applications
Preparing for technical & behavioral internships
Assistance transitioning from academia to industry
Salary Negotiation
Internship Credit
CPT approval