Anjali Khasa
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: Information Systems
Year: 2nd year Graduate Student
What will you be doing in this internship?
I will be working as a Data Analyst Intern and Teaching Assistant with the UMBC Career Center. My role involves collecting and cleaning data from different sources like surveys, online platforms, and focus groups. I will be analyzing the data to find trends and patterns and then creating visualizations and reports to help the Career Center make informed decisions. These insights can help shape programs, resources, and services that better serve students in their career development. Along with that, I will also be supporting the Internship Success Practicum courses by managing course communications, helping with grading, and updating course materials on Blackboard and Handshake.
What are you looking forward to the most from this internship?
I am really looking forward to strengthening my data analysis skills, especially using tools like Excel, Power BI, and Python in a real world settings. I am also excited about the teaching assistant role as it gives me a great chance to support students and be part of their learning experience. I enjoy working with different teams, and I think this internship will help me grow both technically and professionally while making a meaningful impact.
Any fun summer plans?
Yes! I'm planning to travel to Shenandoah Valley for some hiking and nature time, and also visit Norfolk Beach to enjoy the ocean and will also learn how to swim. I'm really looking forward to spending some quality time with friends and family. Along with that, I'll be focusing on my mental fitness and making space for relaxation and self-care this summer.
Nadia McCall
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: Visual Arts
Year: Senior
What will you be doing in this internship?
For this internship I will be helping manage the Career Center's social media platforms by creating engaging content and amplifying the career centers reach by analyzing post performance.
What are you looking forward to the most from this internship?
I am most looking forward to using my creativity to help and inform other students. I am also eager to refine my marketing, graphic design, and social media management skills.
Any fun summer plans?
Aside from this internship, I will be working alongside a local independent filmmaker to produce a documentary. I also plan on spending time learning new art mediums, such as oil paint.
Tolulope Ajibade
Pronouns: He/Him
Major: Biological Sciences
Year: Rising Senior
What will you be doing in this internship?
I am supporting the direction of UMBC Careers Unleashed by helping conceptualize episode topics, book and coordinate guests, structure the production schedule, and ensure clear communication and organization across all involved parties.
What are you looking forward to the most from this internship?
Making new connections and laying the groundwork for future podcast episodes.
