College Experiences That Helped A Software Engineer At Redemption Games Succeed
Cameron's approach to undergraduate studies involved "challenging myself more than was necessary," exemplified by pursuing a computer science minor while maintaining a full course load despite having a job lined up. This rigorous academic experience, despite the sacrifices involved, significantly benefited their subsequent career as a Software Engineer.
Overcoming Challenges, Resilience, Achieving Goals, Motivational Stories, Hard Truths
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Cameron Witz
Software Engineer
Redemption Games
Northwestern University
USC MS computer science
Engineering - Industrial
Technology
Product / Service / Software Development and Management
Video Highlights
1. Take challenging courses even if it means a heavier workload than your peers.
2. Push yourself beyond minimum requirements to build a strong foundation.
3. Balancing a full course load with job preparation is possible with dedication and planning.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I challenged myself more than was necessary. I think that was the main thing that I did that really helped.
Senior year, I was on the cusp of deciding whether to go after a minor in computer science. I decided to, and it made my life a lot harder. I had a lot of requirements and many really hard classes to get it.
I also had to take four classes, a full course load. Some semesters it was three, but I had friends on the course system doing two or one class because they were done. They had their jobs lined up, and I had my job lined up too.
Still, I took a full course load so that I could get this stuff done. The classes were not easy. My friends were going out and chilling, and I was studying and cramming until the end.
So I really challenged myself. But it really helped a lot with my career later on.
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