Embedded Files
Professional Development,
During PREP each team rotates and attends a series of talks highlighting key areas for success as an engineering student.
Each PREP student will attend small breakout groups with the speakers listed below. Beyond PREP students will continue to work with each speaker as they progress through their studies and will enroll in a PREP Seminar course and a corresponding Engineering Excellence Program that corresponds to their major.
How to Land Your Dream Job
Presented by Marvin Lopez
ESS Director of Student Programs
Would you like to land a job? Or would you rather land your DREAM job? Learn from an industry insider, with 20+ years of experience working in industry as an engineer and in university recruiting. Marvin Lopez, Director of Student Programs, will teach you what it really takes to land your dream job, from developing your elevator pitch to writing an awesome resume, acing interviews and mastering your LinkedIn and networking skills. Landing your Dream Job is a journey and it starts during PREP!
One Minute Madness
Presented by Tiffany Reardon
ESS Associate Director or Engineering Excellence Programs
PREP & T-PREP Director
You've just been awarded a scholarship or accepted into a research program and suddenl you are then asked to submit a bio. Don't panic! In this fun and interactive session you'll create a bio that you can use for professional purposes that highlights both your previous accomplishments and what you plan to achieve in the future. You'll be surprised at how easy it is and what a difference it makes.
Time Management
Presented by Luis Castillo ESS Student Development Manager
with Gabriela Gutierrez & Jason Guardardo
Time management is critical for student success. In this workshop students will learn valuable time management strategies and study tips to ensure a successful transition to Berkeley Engineering.
Developing a Successful Mentoring Relationship
Presented by Marcia Breslin-Cantillana
ESS Programs Manager
Great mentors are essential for success, but how do you make the most out of the relationship? As part of the PREP Mentor Program,students will be paired with a mentor who will provide individualized mentorship, professional development opportunities, and academic support through your first year and beyond. In this session, you will learn more about the PREP Mentor Program and develop tools to cultivate a strong relationship with your mentor.
Report abuse