College Experiences That Helped an Operations Lead at an Engineering and Prototype Company Succeed
Miranda's college success stemmed from a diverse academic approach, including "data science and operations classes" and international relations, providing valuable business acumen. Practical experience, such as a logistics internship at Converse and restaurant work, further developed professional skills and a strong work ethic, ultimately contributing to their current role as Operations Lead.
Data Analysis, Operations Management, Logistics, Internship Experience, Business
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Miranda Bidwell
Operations Lead
Engineering & Prototype Company
University of Southern California, 2017
Currently attending UCLA Anderson
Business Management & Admin, International Relations & Affairs
Electronics & Semiconductors
Operations and Project Management
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Take classes in business, data science, and operations.
2. Seek internships in relevant fields like logistics to gain practical experience.
3. Develop soft skills like responsibility and teamwork through jobs such as working in restaurants
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I took a lot of classes that I was really interested in within business. These ended up being a lot of data science and operations classes, and international relations as well. I think that was really helpful, and understanding the business world proved to be a very useful skill.
In addition, during undergrad, I had an internship with Converse in logistics. That was great for gaining insight into how a highly successful distribution center worked.
Lastly, I also worked as a server at a restaurant for a few years in college. I think that gave me a great sense of responsibility and was a great way to learn how to deal with a work environment. All of those experiences combined were very beneficial.
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