Geovon graduated with an MS in Technology specializing in Innovation. After a couple of great years with Mongo DB, he is starting a new position at a large company whose name may or may not begin with G. Here is his advice:
Find the right advisor
Grad school is a journey, and you’ll need someone to guide you through it. So quickly and carefully seek out an academic advisor who has the following:
- a stellar reputation among current and former undergraduate and graduate students
- a personality and work ethic that aligns with yours—or what you hope to become
- a schedule that’s focused on student interaction
Treat grad school like it’s a training ground for your dream job
Be self-motivated, work hard at everything you do, and aim to succeed—to be the top of your class, field of research, etc. If you don’t do this in grad school, you likely won’t in your post-grad professional career.
Get involved
Join clubs, attend socials, and take electives in different departments or schools. Use your free time as an opportunity to meet your peers, grow your professional network, and increase your chances of landing a job.
Dr. V 