MS Statistics ‘24 student, Wenxin Zhan, shared with the GCMC how a remote internship helped to expand skills, knowledge, and network in the tech industry. 1. One of the most important things I’ve learned at my internship: The most critical lesson from my internship in a rapidly evolving technology industry is the significance of continuous growth and learning. Technology is dynamic, with constant advancements and shifts. Staying updated with the latest technologies, methodologies, and industry trends is essential. This not only involves enhancing technical skills but also adapting to new ways of problem-solving and innovating. Embracing this ever-evolving learning curve is vital for personal and professional development in the technology sector. 2. Networking Strategy in a Remote Internship: Networking in a remote internship requires innovative approaches, especially in a small company where everyone works remotely. My strategy involves active participation on Slack, contributing to ta

MBA ‘24 student, Jaeung Yoon, shared with the GCMC his experience as a front desk agent at Park South Hotel. With over 1,200 departures and 1,200 flight arrivals just to JFK daily, hospitality is one of the busiest industries in New York. And I was able to feel it working as a front desk agent at the Park South Hotel JdV by Hyatt. Average Daily Rates are higher than in any other city with no slow seasons.      One of the most important things I have learned working in this fast - p aced environment , with new guest s coming in every day , is how to engage and develop relationships with the guests. Although they stay ed for a short time at the hotel, making small talk while they check ed in and remembering those conversations helped me to develop relationships with the guests. I am sure that this skill I have learned naturally over the internship will be helpful and applicable to any other work environment that requires interactions. For example, before the internship, I us

MS Statistics ‘23 student , Thu Vu, shared with the GCMC h ow her internship at a NYC real estate tech start-up company led to a full-time position .      After a professional milestone of finishing a transformative internship and moving on to enter a full-time position at a NYC real estate tech start-up, I find the insights I’ve learned to be of use to fellow data enthusiasts. Let’s d ive in to the lessons learned and strategies uncovered during this dynamic transition into the world of data science and real estate.     1. Most memorable challenge: Geospatial Data   Exploring geospatial data for NYC buildings opened a gateway to a trove of contextual insights. Mapping the city's diverse structures allowed me to visualize patterns, clusters, and relationships that are pivotal in the real estate sector. From identifying prime locations for property development to understanding the intricate branches of residential type distribution across the five boroughs, geospatial dat