- 主要 计算机科学学士
- 工作经历 Visa软件工程师
What do you do on a day-to-day basis?
I code new applications, fixes and functional entries for Visa transaction processing code. This can include everything from internal displays for others on my team, to code for international transactions to comply with international embargo rules. I also answer help internal help tickets to help the client-facing account managers understand how the code is working to process transactions.
What was your transition like from being a student to your current career position?
I thought I’d hate a full-time job and the eight-hour days. 事实是, by the time I got to my first day on the job, I was breathlessly excited to not be opening another textbook! I felt humbled by how far I went in the space of a few months, from earning my diploma to having a job title, steady salary and time to do something other than homework. It was like taking a huge gulp of air after you’ve dived as deep into a pool as you can. It felt crushing and difficult yet, when you surface, the air never tastes so sweet and free.
What do you think set you apart from the other applicants for your position?
I was offered this job because of my internship in the summer of my Senior year (I graduated in December). I was offered the internship because of my experience in being a TA. That teaching experience showed that I had patience and had really learned the material, which to a potential manager, 翻译过来就是耐心, trainability and willingness to share knowledge and help your team succeed. So, having an internship and TA experience on your resume are both huge helpers.
What advice would you give to incoming college students?
参加运动队. Rent a new piece of equipment from the OP. Take that spring break trip. 应用 to things that you’re not quite qualified for. Schedule lunches with friends. 买一台打印机. And feel free to take longer than four years. 生活 looks a lot different after even one year.
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发表4/24/2019