Desiree Martino

Career Coach | Pronouns she/her

I am a part-time career Coach. In my role, I meet with students and alumni in one-on-one consultations to discuss career-related topics such as major or career exploration, career planning resources, document review, and post-graduation opportunities. I perform practice interviews, review LinkedIn profiles, moderate panel discussions related to job searches, and present sessions on internship searches, elevator pitches, applicant tracking systems, networking, virtual interviews, and mentoring.

I work closely with the International Student and Scholar Service’s department to provide programming and resources to meet the career-related needs of international students. I write blogs and develop relevant content related to career development for the International Student Affinity Page. I present a First Year Experience course on the topic of Career Development for International Students. I also supervise the Center’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Intern for International Students.

I am part of the Career Everywhere Conference Committee, the First Year Experience Career Team, and the Career Competency Committee.

My favorite part of being a Career Coach is empowering students to reach their fullest potential and achieve successful career outcomes.

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Bio

Hometown: I was born in Washington D.C., then spent my school years in Narragansett R.I., then moved back to D.C. after college.

Things I enjoy: I enjoy traveling. I have driven across the country with a pop-up camper and backpacked through Europe. When I travel, I enjoy exploring new cultures, trying unique foods, and experiencing new adventures. I have ziplined with monkeys, swam with stingrays, and turtles, jumped off cliffs, rafted through caves, and rode ATVs through the jungle.

Advice to students: You do not need to have it all figured out today. Your career is a journey. Your aspirations may shift as your experiences in life grow. Expose yourself to new people and experiences, and you may discover what interests you.

Through my personal experience, I have learned that the major that I chose in college did not pigeonhole me into a specific career. Additionally, I earned my first job out of college through networking which was extremely challenging as an introvert. I have discovered that I need to push myself out of my comfort zone to achieve success.

Education & Certifications

Providence College

Master of Arts

Bachelor of Arts

 

Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC)

Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW)

 

Additional Roles

State of Connecticut

Consultant

I provide services to the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) Vocational Rehabilitation Program and Level-Up to write résumés for individuals with disabilities. I specialize in crafting resumes that highlight a client’s abilities.

Association for Financial Professionals

Career Manager

I developed and managed the association’s programs supporting the career advancement of finance executives. I produced the Compensation Survey for the entire industry and presented at conferences across the country on various career-related topics.

 

 

 

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International Students are Encouraged to Meet with a Career Coach

Have you ever wondered what a Career Coach is?  Or have you contemplated whether or not you should participate in a Career Coaching Session? UConn’s Center for Career Development offers a personalized approach to all of your career exploration needs.

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Interview Strategies for International Candidates 

Do you have aspirations to work in the U.S. after you complete your academic studies? If you plan to pursue this path, an interview is your chance to make a strong first impression. It is your opportunity to promote your …

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Writing a Compelling U.S. – Style Résumé 

As an international student, it is essential to understand the expectations hiring managers have for U.S. résumés as each country has its individual recommendations. Developing an effective document that not only highlights your education and experiences but also meets the guidelines of what American employers expect, is instrumental …

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Professional Etiquette Basics: Unspoken Rules and How to Navigate Them

When you’re new to the workforce, it can feel like there are all these unspoken rules that everyone seems to know—except you. And asking what those rules are might make you feel even more clueless. I can’t tell you how …

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Welcome to the International Student Community Page! 

The International Student Community page was created to serve the career needs of UConn’s international students.  This community supports students exploring careers and navigating work authorization and cultural differences in the U.S. job search process.

FEATURES OF THIS COMMUNITY

Jobs …

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