Elias Berhe
Hometown: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Majors: computer science, mathematics
Employer: Goldman Sachs
Job title: software engineer
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Dickinson has really helped me grow, both personally and professionally. The classes pushed me to think critically and communicate clearly, but it was the people and experiences, like working closely with professors, studying abroad, and getting involved on campus, that made the biggest impact. I’ve learned how to adapt, work with others, and take initiative, which I know will help me handle my next job at Goldman Sachs.
Internship Experience
- Goldman Sachs - software engineer intern.
Megan Triplett
Hometown: Hanover, Maryland
Graduate school: Ohio State University
Field of study: theoretical mathematics Ph.D.
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
The
liberal-arts education has made me a strong writer and communicator, which is necessary for presenting mathematical research.
Internship Experience
- Auburn University - REU in discrete mathematics and algebra
Mackenzie Hughes
Hometown: Newtown, Connecticut
Graduate school: SOAS University of London
Field of study: international political economy
What are some of the defining moments of your Dickinson experience?
Internship Experience
- CCData - London, G.B. - data research analyst
Andrew Scheiner
Hometown: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Employer: LinkIt!
Job title: technical account manager
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
- Allowed me to develop and hone my leadership skills.
- Gave me public speaking confidence.
- Emphasized the importance of time management and organizational skills.
- Taught me to listen to and consider various global and world perspectives I had not previously considered.
- Allowed me to learn how to live on my own and thrive by being independent.
Internship Experience
Mai Ngo
Hometown: Nghen Town, Can Loc District, Vietnam
Major: computer science
Employer: DoorDash
Job title: software engineer
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Dickinson has allowed me to take a wide variety of courses, which has allowed me to expand my knowledge and view the world from different perspectives. Throughout my college years, I also had the chance to meet people who shaped my way of thinking in a better way. I was also able to do two
study abroad semesters in South Korea and
Italy, where I immersed myself in different cultures and met new people.
Internship Experience
- Amazon, Inc., Seattle, Wash., - software developer engineer intern.
- Meta Platforms, Inc., Melo Park, Calif., - Meta University engineering intern.
Trang Vu
Hometown: Hanoi, Vietnam
Employer: Anyone Network Media .Inc
Job title: technical project manager
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Dickinson has prepared me for life after graduation by giving me a strong foundation across a wide range of fields. Through a
liberal-arts education, I’ve learned to think critically, adapt quickly and approach problems from multiple perspectives. This flexibility has made it easier for me to pick up new skills and thrive in different environments—something I believe is essential in today’s ever-changing job market.
Internship Experience
- Center for Sustainability Education - project coordinator
Sid Lamsal
Hometown: Enola, Pennsylvania
Majors: computer science, data analytics
Employer: Deloitte
Job title: solutions analyst (software developer)
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Dickinson has given me a diverse educational background without bogging me down with general education classes, allowing me to comfortably complete two majors and a minor. That along with small interactive class sizes and research and internship opportunities have helped me obtain a job upon graduation, and I'm sure it will benefit me in the field.
Internship Experience
- FarmData2, °µÍø½ûÇø - front-end web developer
- °µÍø½ûÇø - data analytics research assistant
Boosung Kim
Hometown: Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea
Majors: mathematics, computer science
Employer: Box, Inc.
Job title: software engineer
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
The Dickinson experience gave me the chance to make lifelong friends, receive a global education and helped me become a better critical thinker. It was thanks to the endless support I received at Dickinson that I was able to push myself this far. Additionally, the math and computer science courses at Dickinson helped provide the fundamental knowledge I need for my career.
Internship Experience
- Box, Inc. - software engineer intern
- °µÍø½ûÇø math & CS department - computer vision research assistant
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Published May 9, 2025