Keiner Encarnasion-Sosa was unsure of a focus area in business, he said, but the required and optional exploration experiences at Penn State Abington led him to a major that appealed to him.
Penn State Abington student Alexa Morley's internship at Sesame Place Philadelphia highlights the importance of guided work experiences for all students: She advanced skills in her major, met mentors, and developed a broader view of the industry and the skills necessary for success.
Penn Sate Abington faculty prepared Ahjmir Drayton for the rigors of graduate school by helping him develop critical thinking and writing skills and providing constructive criticism and insight into challenging topics.
The flexible corporate communication curriculum at Penn State Abington allowed Emily Rodriguez to hone her professional skills while taking courses outside of the major that were relevant to her career goals.
Edmund Wekunga moved to the United States in 2019 to attend Penn State Abington and juggled multiples jobs, intensive coursework, and the challenges of adapting to a new culture.
Penn State students looking for meaningful work that incorporates their skills and future career goals — without leaving campus — may find that and more at Penn State University Libraries. This is the third in a series of student worker spotlights highlighting meaningful learning and working experiences at the University Libraries.
The Penn State Abington Business Leaders student organization welcomes students from all majors to support the development of practical skills for the workplace.
Penn State Abington students, with support from career and professional development staff, met with recruiters from more 80 companies and organizations.
Vanessa Sexton, a recent Penn State Abington graduate who is now enrolled in the MBA program at Penn State Great Valley, is quickly advancing in her career thanks to the diverse and marketable curriculum that is only available through Abington's customizable integrative arts major.
The technical knowledge and soft skills Penn State Abington engineering students master quickly leads to employment after graduation. New alumnus Clifford Dennis said rigorous academics, the required capstone course and summer internship, and relationships with faculty are keys to success.
