Cover Letter Module
Gain knowledge of how to develop a cover letter that demonstrates your enthusiasm and fit for a position.
Learning Objectives
Estimated time for completion: 35 Mins
When prompted to complete the Guestbook upon launching the module, use your first and last name, and …
Douglas Pence
Product Development Manager at Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company. Education:
UConn, MS Electrical & Computer Engineering (’15)
UConn, BS Engineering Physics, Electrical Engineering (’14)
Campuses Attended: Storrs, Hartford
Activities I was involved with at UConn:
On-Campus Veterans Benefits and Outreach Employee
Topics I can help with:
Your career journey
Industry insights
Job/internship opportunities
Career competencies/skills employers seek
Career advice …
3 Organizations to Help First-Generation Students
As a first-generation student, you may feel like you are alone sometimes, and as if nobody around you has faced these problems and challenges before. You’re the first member of your family to attend college, and that can be an …
Marcella’s Career Readiness Journey
Learning about Career Readiness Competencies isn't as daunting as it may seem, but don't just take our word for it! Read about Marcella's journey and her first-hand perspective from enhancing the competencies during her time at UConn.
Coding Tutor/Instructor at The Coder School Connecticut
Code Coach / Coding Tutor (Computer Science Internship)
Internship Opportunity for Computer Science Majors
This position is considered an internship for college students majoring in Computer Science.
Students attending Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) and Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU) …
Career Champion Spotlight: Zongjie Wang
Zongjie Wang, PhD is an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. She received her joint PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Cornell University and joined the University of Connecticut's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in 2021.
LinkedIn Module
Acquire the tools to enhance your LinkedIn profile and strengthen your professional network.
Learning Objectives
Estimated time for completion: 60 Mins
When prompted to complete the Guestbook upon launching the module, use your first and last name, and e-mail (current UConn students should …
Ankit Singh
Assistant Extension Professor - Maine Sustainable Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture Educator at University of Maine. Education:
UConn, PhD Natural Resources: Land, Water, and Air (’22)
University of Virginia, MEng Civil Engineering (’16)
Manipal Institute of Technology, MTech Mechanical Engineering (’15)
Campuses Attended: Storrs
Activities I was involved with at UConn:
UConn Extension
Topics I can help with:
Your career journey
Industry insights
Job/internship opportunities
Career …
Waterbury Business Society
The Waterbury Business Society is a business club created with the mission to prepare all students, business majors or not, for life outside of college. The Waterbury Business Society offers networking and internship opportunities, resume building, and a wealth …
Tania Labbe
Senior IT Project Manager at Bain Capital. Education:
UConn, BA, English (’18)
Campuses Attended: Storrs
Topics I can help with:
Your career journey
Exploring majors
Résumés, CVs and cover letters
How to become career ready (developing the skills employers seek)
Interview preparation
Job/internship opportunities at your organization
Job search tips
Networking
Post-college transition
Studying or working abroad
Utilization & …
