Hi everyone! I’m Emma, a 3rd year at Georgia tech studying Literature, Media, and Communication. I recently completed a 6-month long co-op at Apple with the Podcasts Editorial team and will be returning to co-op again in January!

In my role, I helped curate podcasts and podcast collections to be featured on the Apple Podcasts app. One of my favorite projects was being the Editorial DRI for the Asian American and Pacific Island Month campaign! I was in charge of handpicking each of the podcasts featured in this collection, as well as coming up with the theme and writing copy. (If you have the Apple Podcasts app you can check it out at this link! apple.co/findingjoy)

Some of my previous experience includes working part-time as a student assistant in the cleanroom on campus. While working in nanotechnology is not even remotely related to my major or my role at Apple, the skills I gained when it comes to data analysis and having a strong STEM background definitely helped me stand out.

Additionally, I’ve costume designed for several productions put on by our student-run theatre on campus, DramaTech. The curation skills for selecting and designing costumes is actually really similar to curating podcasts!

Lastly, the summer after my first-year, I worked part-time for a nonprofit called Science Gallery Atlanta as a mediator. This role was similar to being a museum docent, and I was able to work on a lot of soft skills such as communication and public speaking, and overall, just build my confidence when it came to talking to people and interviewing.

As you can tell from my resume, none of my experience is what you would expect. But it’s all about how you frame your experience and skills!

Obviously everyone’s journey is going to be different, but based on my experience, the advice I would give is do what you love and what you’re passionate about. Even if it isn’t a traditional internship, you’ll still gain invaluable skills, and when you speak about these experiences, your passion for them will help you stand out. Join that club that interests you, do research that excites you, start a personal project, or volunteer for an organization that aligns with your values!

Don’t underestimate the importance of transferable skills—teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, and communication. These skills often shine through in unconventional experiences, so don’t be discouraged if your resume doesn’t look as “stacked” as other people’s.

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