Career Path of an Arbitrator and Mediator at Simburg Dispute Resolution
Mel's career path began with diverse college experiences, including "work study programs," such as a statistics note taker and a gate ticket collector, along with a summer carpentry apprenticeship. A pivotal experience was an internship with the US Department of Labor in Washington, DC, setting the stage for their current role at Simburg Dispute Resolution.
Career Exploration, Entry-Level, Communication, Problem-Solving, Overcoming Challenges
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Mel Simburg
Arbitrator and Mediator
Simburg Dispute Resolution
University of California at Berkeley
Columbia University: Juris Doctor, Masters of International Affairs
Political Science, American Studies
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Law
Legal
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans
Video Highlights
1. Mel's diverse college work experiences, including a statistics note taker, gate ticket collector, and apprentice carpenter, demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to explore different fields.
2. A summer internship with the US Department of Labor in Washington, DC, provided valuable experience in the field of government and public service, offering a potential pathway to a career in dispute resolution.
3. The combination of various work experiences and an internship highlight the importance of gaining practical skills and exposure to different work environments to build a strong foundation for a career in arbitration and mediation.
Transcript
Could you walk me through your career path? Please start with your experiences in college, and any internships or jobs you had before your current role.
In college, I worked in work-study programs. I was a statistics note-taker and a gate ticket collector at sporting events.
In the summer, I worked as an apprentice carpenter. I also had one summer as an intern with Cal on the Capital, where I worked for the US Department of Labor in Washington, D.C.
Advizer Personal Links
SimburgDR.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mel-simburg-1277ba/