Apple
Responsibilities
Joined 3 x 8 month rotational program in the Services Organization that focuses on developing future visionaries in Apple.
Thoughts
After not getting a return offer from my internship, I was in the dark. I applied to countless roles, but through that darkness, I knew my baseline. I knew the culture and the type of challenges I wanted to work with. After some time, I received an email from a recruiter from Apple regarding a SWE Accelerate Program. It focused on accelerating the recruiting process. That program was very tedious. Over 12 interviews, and I ended up getting a 2 verbal offers. However, during that time I was introduced to Evolve by a great friend (SebMaster). If not for him, I would have never known about this opportunity. Evolve is a rotational program ( 3 x 8months) with the Services Organization of Apple. At the time writing this I have no experience yet, but I am excited to start working there.
Skills
Apple
Responsibilities
Joined the Enterprise Education Technologies Boost Team and actively contributed to the development of customer features and internal tooling.
Architected a swift framework that leveraged SPI's and XPC services to enhance the overall customer experience.
Worked with interns in the iContest to create a compelling visual abstract, and pitching the feature to senior executives.
Tested, screened and triaged bugs by viewing device logs and finding a clearer, defined way of reproducibility.
Thoughts
One of the most common questions I get asked is, 'How did you get an internship at Apple?' The answer is simple, I luck. After applying to countless roles and hearing nothing back. One day right before taking my final for Paradigms, I recieved an intro email from my recruiter. My heart dropped and I thought I was being scammed (up until my first day on the job, I thought I was being scammed). After a couple of rounds of interviewing I received my offer and I was elated. My experience during this internship was amazing. I learned a TON, and gained insight on the brilliancy behind Apple's products. I want to end up at San Diego, because it was the perfect compliment that made work-life balance. Shout out Jono, Melissa, and the everyone I worked with. Yall are amazing, fr. Unforately, I wasn't given a return offer, and so leaving out of Apple was nerve racking but I had to bet on myself looking for FT opportunities.
Skills
Swift/UI
Objective-C
X-Code
IPC
ScreenTime
Device Management
BILL
Responsibilities
Joined the Developer Platform API team.
Focused on splitting processes off monolith engine into scalable Lambda micro-processes.
Implemented an end-to-end AutoPay feature endpoint that would enable seamless integration between applications.
Tested, screened and triaged bugs by viewing device logs and finding a clearer, defined way of reproducibility.
Thoughts
For my spring semester Junior year (3), I attended a program called Silicon Valley Semester. It is a program that focuses on Computer Science students and allows them to co-op while living in the bay area. This experience is what lead me to BILL. I got a contract working for BILL after reaching out to my mentor and was connected to James (my soon-to-be manager). I am so grateful for James for believing in me and giving me a shot. From BILL I was given my first true SDE experience. I was able to work on a team that was focused on the Developer Platform API. Thus began my interested in system design and distributed computing. BILL is a great company with a lot of upside. They had some growing pains with their recent acquistions, but I beleive it is a perfect place to be at to grow levels quickly. Shout out to James, and the rest of the BILL team for being so welcoming and helpful.
Skills
Java
Gradle
RESTful API
OpenAPI
Junit
Micronaut
IBM
Responsibilities
Assisted IBM Northwest's Automation portfolio in their development, management and execution on strategies and tactics for closing business
Performed in-depth assessments of customer processes to uncover and understand the customer’s business issues, in which generated 10 leads via cold emailing/calling.
Worked intimately with IBM’s Cloud and AI solutions to prepare client use-case demonstrations and decks.
Thoughts
Gained a lot of great personal value from this internship. It was the first time living alone truly. I was so far from home, and I had an actual city to explore. My position as a sales engineer made me think about complimenting my engineering mindset with a sales mindset. You need to sell yourself, and your abilities to others. Your branch is very important and it is imperative to be able to effectively communicate that value to others clients. Shout out Paul for showing me trolling fishing.
Skills
Python
Salesforce
Figma
IBM Cloud
Stifel
Responsibilities
Created financial models for managers that monitored their respective bankers' success on deals, and more.
Fixed a 3 year long issue pipeline issue by analyzing and refining deal memos in Stifel's database. This fixture improved data and allowed for Manager's to create more effective deals.
Reviewed and filed monthly sensitive tax reconciliation reports for the IRS.
Thoughts
Skills
Python
Salesforce
Excel Modeling
Capra Ibex Advisors
Responsibilities
Interned 20-25 hrs/week
Under the guidance of elite financial advisors
Studied mathematics of finance, model functionality, programming (VBA/Javascript), and business etiquette
Created excel game to highlight learned excel skills
Thoughts
Skills
Python
Salesforce
Excel Modeling
Peleton
Responsibilities
Assembled bikes according to company specifications and quality standards
Inspected final products to ensure they met Peleton's high-quality standards
Maintained a clean and safe work environment
Collaborated with warehouse team to manage and organize inventory
Thoughts
Skills
Assembly
Quality control
Safety protocols
Teamwork
Winged Foot Golf Club
Responsibilities
Assisted golf players by carrying equipment, maintaining golf balls, and managing the flagstick
Voluntarily left the position to seek opportunities more aligned with career goals
Completed two four-hour 'loops' per day, demonstrating strong work ethic and stamina
Thoughts
Skills
Customer service
Physical stamina
Attention to detail
Time management
Target
Responsibilities
Managed customer transactions and resolved customer issues
Maintained store organization by restocking shelves and keeping the workstation clean
Handled cash transactions and operated scanning and register equipment
Concluded role following the expiration of the seasonal contract
Thoughts
Skills
Customer service
Cash handling
Organization
Point of sale systems