Entry-level positions for aspiring Operations Leaders at Engineering and Prototype Company
Startups offer many entry-level opportunities in operations or project management, providing "a lot of experience in a short amount of time" and the flexibility to explore different areas. The operations function, in particular, allows one to "see a lot across the company and sort of decide what's most interesting."
Operations, Project Management, Startups, Entry-Level Jobs, Career Exploration
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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. Startups offer many entry-level opportunities in operations or project management.
2. Entry-level roles in startups allow for acquiring diverse experience rapidly and shaping one's role based on interests.
3. Operations is a versatile field; it allows you to explore different aspects of a company and discover your passions.
Transcript
What entry-level positions in this field might an undergraduate college student consider?
I think there are definitely a lot of opportunities in startups, especially in areas like operations or project management. It's a little bit tougher because coming out of undergrad, you might not be as well informed about certain industries or spaces.
However, startups are a great opportunity to gain a lot of experience in a short amount of time. You can really shape your own role and pursue things you're interested in once you discover them.
So, I think the flexibility that comes from a startup is valuable. In general, operations is a great function to go into because you get to see a lot across the company and can decide what's most interesting to you.
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