College Experiences That Helped An Economist And Energy Analyst At Environmental Law And Policy Center Succeed
Saad, an Economist & Energy Analyst, recommends undergraduates immerse themselves in diverse activities, even if their future relevance is unclear, emphasizing that "the more broader experiences you have...will give you more clarity as to what you like and what you don't like." This broad approach, according to Saad, fosters professional growth and aids in post-graduation decision-making.
Career Exploration, Experiential Learning, Professional Development, Self-Discovery, Decision Making
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Saad Siddique
Economist & Energy Analyst
Environmental Law & Policy Center
Visvesvaraya Technological University, India
The University of Texas at Austin
Engineering - Mechanical
Energy & Utilities, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Data and Analytics
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Get involved in many activities, even if unsure of their future relevance. Experiences help you grow professionally and clarify your interests.
2. Broaden your experiences to understand your preferences and make informed decisions about your future career.
3. Enjoy the process; meaningful experiences contribute to your professional growth.
Transcript
Q12: College ideas for success
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
In my undergrad, I got myself involved in as many things as I could, especially the things that I liked. I did this regardless of being sure of how that would fit on my resume. It's too early in undergrad to know what experience, project, internship, or extracurricular activity will be useful in the future.
Most of it might not be useful, but if you think it's meaningful and you enjoy it, the experience will help you grow as a professional. So, get yourself involved in as many things as you can that you like and have the time for.
The more varied experiences you have, the more clarity you'll gain about what you like and what you don't. This will help in making decisions about what to do after your undergrad. So, that would be my biggest advice.
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