To close out the season, we're asking for your help. Unpaid internships are still a reality for many students and new professionals trying to break into the professional world. The Step Up Program at the University of Utah provides funding for students completing unpaid internships. Sean McKelvie, Program Manager for Step Up joins the episode to talk about the impacts of Step Up and Marlie Hansen, a current student studying Communication and Economics, shares how paid internships have positively shaped her career.

Donate today via Venmo at @StepUpSupport

Kate Wolsey, Internship Coordinator for the College of Fine Arts, talks about how emerging professionals in creative fields develop a strong sense of identity. She shares honest reflections from her own journey to becoming a freelance artist, offers tips for making the most out of an internship, and emphasizes how staying active and visible can shape your growth.

Recent English graduate, Joseph Izampuye, takes the mic to talk about the power of resilience in your career. He shares his own experiences overcoming hurdles and offers insights on enduring the challenges that come with pursuing your professional path.

Our very own intern, Lilly Martinescu, takes the mic to dive into a hot topic—Gen Z in the workforce. From rethinking the 9-to-5 grind to challenging outdated corporate norms, Gen Z is reshaping professional culture in real time. But with innovation comes friction. How are these fresh perspectives clashing with conventional workplace expectations?

"What if I'm not good enough?" A thought that has derailed so many of us from reaching our full potential, making us question our worth and abilities. This hot topic episode unpacks the different types of imposter syndrome and ways to overcome it.

Sheila Ghaibi, Creator of World Through She, joins me for a conversation on the power of connections. As a friend and fellow University of Utah alum, Sheila shares how maintaining professional relationships has shaped her journey, from career opportunities to creative collaborations. We also dive into her success as a content creator, exploring the evolution of World Through She and the impact of following your passion and building an engaged audience.

Dan Moseson, Career Coach for the Humanities at U Career Success joins me for this live event recording to showcase best strategies on finding jobs and internships, covering everything from Handshake resources to networking tactics that uncover hidden opportunities. We walk through how to find the right job boards for your field, share practical strategies to stand out, and conduct live audience demos to showcase real-world job search techniques across various industries.

Hannah Bowen, Content Marketing Specialist for U Career Success, kicks off the season premiere with a discussion on the challenges facing new professionals today. She explores the shifting standards of professional work attire and shares practical tips for students and recent graduates to effectively market themselves in today’s evolving professional world.

Student leaders, India Bown, Yovanni Valdez, and Zaynab Salih, talk about their college journey and the lessons learned on their path to success. India, Yovanni, and Zaynab embarked on their college journey during the peak of the pandemic and are now part of the graduating class ready to seize opportunities ahead.

Special episode with the Hey U podcast, a career success podcast made by students and for students, to host a live workshop/panel on how to create your own internship. With co-host Rohan Siddamsettiwar, and coaches Dominic Militello and Giovanna Percontino, we talk about designing an internship experience that aligns with your career goals, sharing student stories, outlining key components, and discussing requests for compensation.