Have I networked too much?

In my last post, I talked about how great networking has been for the process of getting interviews, how my idea of networking has shifted in my last semester in school, and the fact that I’m leaning into networking hard. In that light, something funny came to light recently. I have a friend, we’ll call… Continue reading Have I networked too much?

Interviews!

I’d been putting off a moment for a long time — the moment when I start applying for jobs. While I was working on my last degree, I was told frequently and confidently that I would have no trouble finding a job — physics can be used anywhere, and people with the degree are in… Continue reading Interviews!

A very good week

“Why was her week so good?” you may ask. I’m quarantined for COVID! That doesn’t sound like a good week, does it? Au contraire, being forced to stay home has been really good for me. Bear in mind that I showed up to work on Christmas Eve only to find the doors locked and no… Continue reading A very good week

Getting Started

My team and I had our first meeting with our sponsor an hour ago, and it’s made me ready to get started! I was lucky enough to be assigned to the project I had as my first choice, and it was my first choice for a reason. Not only do we get to get our… Continue reading Getting Started