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Student Spotlight
Nevaeh Dawkins
Major: Economics Concentration: FinanceExpected Graduation Month & Year: December 2021
Hometown: Rochester, NY
Desired Career Path: To become a financial advisor and provide equal access to financial literacy
- What was your experience like searching for and securing an internship/part-time/full-time job/community involvement during the pandemic?
- My experience searching for employment and internships was very stressful during this pandemic. Over the summer, I graduated with my associate's degree from community college, and I transferred here to Buffalo State as a junior. Throughout my time in community college, I felt once I graduated, I would get a better-paying job more in line with my career goals, but the pandemic put a damper on that. When the pandemic hit, I was fortunate enough to be an essential worker. I was still working at a grocery store, a company I had been with for three years, but they cut many hours. During the fall 2020 semester, I moved here to Buffalo and began working at a temp agency. The temp agency gave me my first experience in a financial institution. After my contract ended, I struggled to find employment again. In my job searching process, I utilized resources and services provided by the Career and Professional Education Center (CAPE).
- Share any accomplishments, successes, positive experiences during your experience.
- I had a great experience upon securing a position (working) at a bank. My manager understood the importance of me completing my education and worked around my class schedule.
- In what ways did the Career and Professional Education Center (CAPE) help in your preparation/search? (workshops, event, 1-on-1 services, BengalLink/other resources)
- The CAPE was a very helpful resource for me. I attended the resume, interview, and cover letter workshops. Twice a week, I checked BengalLink to find new employment and internship opportunities. I got more interviews when I applied to positions listed on BengalLink than when I applied to positions on internet job boards.
- Words of wisdom you would like to share with other students?
- My advice to other students is to not give up regardless of how frustrating their search for employment/ internships might be. Please don't take it hard when you're told "no," but rather look at it as you were told no because there's a better opportunity coming your way. Every week, try to set aside time to apply for opportunities, polish your resumes and cover letters, and review interview techniques.
- Desired career plans after graduation?
- My ultimate goal is to become a financial advisor and provide equal access to financial literacy.
- Would you like to include your email address to be featured on our website? (for future outreach and connections with other students and employers)
- No
