Student Colleagues

CAREER EDGE MANAGER

My name is Sarah Vojta and I am a senior at Bentley University from Morris Plains, New Jersey. I am majoring in Marketing, pursuing a Liberal Studies Major in Health and Industry, and minoring in Management. I am passionate about helping others and challenging myself in and out of the classroom.

On campus, I am the VP of Marketing and External Relations for the Bentley Sustainable Investment Group. I have previously been a resident assistant in the first year area, working with Thrive, a Defined Community focused on health and wellness initiatives, and was a member of the Student Advisory Board associated with Bentley’s Residential Center.

Some of my past work experience includes interning for VRR Media Productions, being an editor for their two sister shows Stop My Crisis and Beyond My Crisis. I then worked my way up to head editor where I was responsible for a small team ensuring consistency in content and quality of the episodes we produced. This past summer, I started my internship with Disinfect Boston, a company focused on keeping their clients safe and healthy, as well as keep businesses open throughout the pandemic. I was also a Swim Coach for the Lakeland Hills YMCA and a local pool association in New Jersey while overseeing our swim lessons program that I founded in 2019. I was able to manage all of this while taking six Bentley courses, putting me on track to graduate in December of 2021. I have a passion for personal development, assisting others to become more confident in their skills and abilities, and teaching others life skills that benefit their personal and professional growth.

Hello! My name is Jake Amell, and I am a Junior from Ballston Lake, New York. I am in the MS/BS program studying Finance with a concentration in Financial Planning. Along with my undergraduate degree I have a minor in Accountancy and a minor in Earth, Environment and Global Sustainability.

This is my first year as a career colleague and I am excited for what is to come. Over the past 4 years I have worked at a Pioneer, a community bank in Albany, NY. Over the course of those 4 years, I have grown and taken on new roles at Pioneer. I first started off as a Customer Service Representative (CSR) and Teller. After being there for a couple years I became a credit analyst and through the course of the pandemic I helped lead the PPP loan program. Most recently I have accepted a position as a Intern in their Wealth Management department where I grew a liking to Wealth Management.

I love being in the Waltham area as there is so much to do and so many great opportunities. I love spending time with friends on and off campus. On the weekends I enjoy spending time outside and skiing during the winter. Going into Boston to see a game is fun but I will always stay loyal to the Yankees. I am looking forward to what is to come this year and all the great memories that we will all make together at Bentley.

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

Hi everyone, my name is Cam Swan and I am from Somers, CT. I am a senior with a major in Accounting and a double minor in Management and Psychology. Following graduation in May of 2022 I plan to start studying for the CPA exams and begin a full time job at a public accounting firm with a focus in tax. On campus I am in the Women’s Leadership Program, the Membership Recruitment Chair of Phi Sigma Sigma, and the Vice President of Bentley’s Pinky Swear Pack.

The summer after sophomore year I worked as an audit intern for Whittlesey located in Hartford, CT. Following into the winter of my junior year I was given the opportunity to continue this audit internship. In the fall of my junior year I actively was communicating with the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center to begin applying to companies in the Boston area. I had the help from a student career colleague, Ashley Chadbourne, who guided me and gave me helpful tips during the interviewing process. CDI 101 and CDI 201 gave me great knowledge for career development and gave me the confidence that Accounting was what I wanted to pursue. This past summer I had an amazing experience as a Tax Intern at RSM, thanks to the knowledgeable people in the Career Development Center and the great services that are offered.

In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my friends, shopping (a bit too much), going to the beach and skiing during the winter months. I am living off campus in Waltham this year, but I am sure you will see me on campus trying to catch up on a missed year of limited campus time!

This is my first year working as a Career Colleague and I am so excited to be able to join such a great group of people. Since the start of my time at Bentley I knew I wanted to be able to help others in reaching their career goals. I am excited to meet new people and provide any guidance that may be needed. Feel free to add me on LinkedIn, and reach out with any questions.

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

Hello! My name is Gabby Benson-Clarke and I am from small town called Marlborough, Connecticut. I am a senior with a major in Computer Information Systems (CIS) and a minor in Information and Process Management (IPM). On campus, I am involved in Pinky Swear Foundation Pack, Best Buddies, and Alpha Phi. I also am a part of the Bentley Ambassador Program. I love to spend my free time with my friends, hiking with my two dogs (Theodore and Texas), and trying out new recipes!

During the summer of 2020, I worked as a research assistant for the Information and Process Management Project. I worked on an Artificial Intelligence Project, for which I conducted a literature review of consulting reports focused on Artificial Intelligence in the business world including applications in different industries, risks and trends, and implementation and adoption considerations. I focused the research on the value that Artificial Intelligence creates for organizations from a business viewpoint. I also worked on a project that centered around I.T. Certifications where I collected, organized, and analyzed data to determine top I.T. certifications in disciplines including big data, cybersecurity, and project management. I assessed the certifications by benefits, future outlook, salary, pre-requisites such as experience, exams, and training required, and technicality of certifications. During the summer of 2021, I was a Technology Risk Consulting Intern at EY. In this role, I work with assessing IT risks and IT controls. I had the opportunity to work with a large client to identify risks and test IT controls. During this time, I was also able to take advantage of the EY Badges and learn about cybersecurity and the IT industry.

I am excited to be a career colleague this year! I have utilized the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center often during my time at Bentley and I am excited to help students navigate their career search and be confident going into interviews. Please feel free to drop by the office or add me on LinkedIn if you have any questions!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is Rahul Bhojwani, and I am from Gatlinburg, TN. I am an incoming junior at Bentley, and I am majoring in finance with a minor in psychology. During my time at high school, I took a number of classes at a local community college. There, I completed a research paper on the 2008 recession which sparked my interest in finance and the impact the industry had. By the end of my junior year of high school, I graduated with my associate’s degree and moved to Washington D.C. to intern for Senator Lamar Alexander. I enrolled at Bentley a year later.

Since my time here, I had the opportunity to cultivate an interest in finance with a number of internships. During my freshman year, I worked as a private equity intern at Search Fund Accelerator. That summer, I was at Cambridge Savings Bank working as a corporate banking intern. During my sophomore year, I worked for Deloitte Consulting as a consulting extern and joined the investment banking team at BRG Capital Advisors over that summer. During my junior summer, I was a summer analyst with SVB Leerink, a leading healthcare and life sciences investment bank. These experiences, paired with some great classes at Bentley, gave me a unique skill set and well-rounded understanding of finance and business in general.

Outside of work and school, I enjoy hanging out with friends on the green space, watching reality tv shows, playing low-stakes poker, and reading. During my time at Bentley, I was fortunate enough to have some great mentors who helped me build a career, and I am excited to do the same for the next group of students at the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center.

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

Hello! My name is Izzy Bowden and I am a senior from Essex, CT. I’m majoring in Marketing with an LSM in Diversity & Society. On campus, I’m in the Women’s Leadership Program, Habitat for Humanity, BMA, and Greek Life as a member of Kappa Delta. My roles within these organizations incorporate my passions for service and personal development while helping me to grow my leadership skills.

Outside of the classroom, you’ll find me hanging out with my friends and family or looking for the perfect Spotify playlist. I love to run and I’m always trying to find the best pasta in Boston. Let me know your recommendations!

This past summer, I was a Digital Client Services Intern at Epsilon. I created and managed a project tracker for a new product launch used by a team of almost thirty account leaders. I also developed a strategic insights program for a client to encourage email innovation. This experience strengthened my project management and communication skills. I collaborated with multiple teams and clients and learned a lot along the way!

The Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center has been incredibly helpful in my career path. I can’t wait to help students take advantage of Bentley’s resources. I am here to help students confidently navigate their career journeys and goals. Feel free to add me on LinkedIn or reach out anytime!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is Julia Brockney and I’m a rising junior from Londonderry, New Hampshire. I am majoring in Marketing with an LSM in Earth, Environment, and Global Sustainability. On Campus, I am the Head of Marketing for the Bentley Leadership Society, part of Greek Life as a member of Kappa Delta, and this will be my second year working with the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center. I can’t wait to see what an in-person semester will look like for us and can’t wait to continue connecting students with helpful career development resources.

This summer, I worked as a Client Strategy Intern at Pitney Bowes. I was responsible for executing various types of reporting and data analysis while learning how to use a variety of sales operations tools. Working for a company like this confirmed my passion for connecting with user experience and working on a team. Outside of school, extracurricular involvement, and work, I love to take on creative projects, be active, cook, and spend time with friends!

If you have any questions about the PCDC, CareerEdge, or anything we do, feel free to reach out!

Hello! My name is Ashley Chadbourne and I am from Portland, Maine. I am a rising senior double majoring in Finance and Liberal Studies in Quantitative Perspectives. I am an aspiring financial analyst with interest in financial operations. On campus I am in the Women’s Leadership Program, Treasurer of Phi Sigma Sigma, and a Relationship and Sexual Violence Peer Educator.

The past summer I was the finance intern at a Boston startup called Drift. I learned a lot about what it takes to start a growing business and how to develop the financial systems and processes to keep it afloat. To get this internship I went to the Career Center every week (even twice a week) to polish my resume, cover letter, and interview skills. I learned a lot of helpful, lifelong skills through the Career Colleagues!

Outside of school I love to spend my time outside, hanging out with friends, and doing yoga. I enjoy going in the ocean (all year round) and kayaking! You will always find me hanging out on campus in LaCava or on the greenspace.

This is my second year working as a Career Colleague and I could not be more excited to work in the office for the first time! I love the atmosphere in the Center and am ready to help you all achieve your career goals. Feel free to stop by or add me on Linkedin if you have any questions, or just want to say hi!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is David Daniels and I am from Utica, New York. I am a junior at Bentley University, majoring in economics-finance with a minor in management and politics. I plan on working in a tech startup when I graduate.

During my time at Bentley, I participated in the Service-Learning Engagement Center where I taught elementary and middle school students’ essential computer and math skills and prepared them for the college application process. I am a Student Conduct Assistant in the Student Conduct Office where I review the student handbook and serve on the conduct board to attend hearings. Additionally, I am a part of the entrepreneurship community at Bentley. I serve as vice president of the Entrepreneurship Society and cofounded Falcon Student Businesses aiming at promoting a better academic and social life through new initiatives.

Outside of my involvement at Bentley and internships, I enjoy golfing, going to the gym, taking trips with my friends, and spending time in Boston. I am fortunate to have some great mentors, professors, and coaches who provided me with experiences and knowledge which I aspire to share with the Bentley community through the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center.

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is Hailey Jennato and I’m a sophomore at Bentley from southern New Hampshire. I am majoring in Marketing with a Liberal Arts Major in Media Arts. I’m also a part of the Honors Program. I’m a very creative and analytical person, and I knew studying marketing at Bentley would help me combine these two strengths into a career.

On campus I’m a part of the Bentley Investment Group and the Bentley Marketing Association. I’m also a brother of the Delta Sigma Pi business fraternity, and this year I’ll be serving as the Graphic Design Chair. I also decided to step out of my comfort zone and join the Women’s Ultimate Frisbee Team during my freshman year. I’m a big movie fan, and some of my other hobbies include reading, painting, and kickboxing.

I completed a marketing internship last summer at Growth Channel, a SaaS startup, where I focused heavily on content marketing and social media. I learned how to work on a remote team and manage multiple projects at once. Before college, I was also a trainer at a boutique kickboxing gym, where I demonstrated exercises and led one on one drills with members.

I’m super excited to be a part of the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center! I hope I can help the Bentley student body with professional development and job hunting.

I am Pat Kelly, and I am a current Junior majoring in Professional Sales. I grew up on Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith, New Hampshire. I attended a small public high school and was able to foster a passion for student organizations and engagement. I founded a couple different organizations in my time there like the school news network for example. In that small community, I was able to build skills that would benefit me in the very near future.

I applied those skills and passion into much of the work I do at Bentley. I work with a variety of student organizations with different goals across campus. In addition to my position with CareerEdge, I am the Vice President of Public Relations for the Interfraternity Council, a lead marketing intern for Bentley Athletics, the Philanthropy Chair for my fraternity, and the Vice President of Bentley Marketing Association. I will also be working as a Resident Assistant in Trees this year. As a sophomore, I worked as Public Relations Chair for Forest and Kresge Halls. I love connecting with people across different platforms and organizations. Bentley is the perfect community to do so.

BIO IS COMING.

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is Audrey McMillan and I am currently a sophomore at Bentley University. I am from Farmington, Connecticut but definitely a Bostonian at heart. I am an aspiring Marketing major with a Liberal Studies Major in Global Perspectives.  Along with my major studies, I am passionate about my community both at Bentley and beyond.

On campus I am a Orientation Leader and tour guide which allow me to lead and facilitate groups of students and represent my passion for Bentley. Additionally, as a member of the Women’s Leadership Program I was selected to grow and develop my self-advocacy and leadership skills. This will also be my first year on the board of the Women’s Club Ice Hockey team as the Vice President of Operations. Finally, I am a member of the Bentley Marketing Association, Relay for Life, and Circle K.

Outside of Academics you will most often find me at hockey practice or with my nose in a book! I am also a huge Boston sports fan and even have a dog named after Dunkin Donuts. I always happy to speak to new people so feel free to reach out. Can’t wait to start at the Pulsifer Career Development Center!

Hi there! I’m Alina and I’m a senior pursuing the CFA major, with minors in Spanish and CIS. I have been involved with the Honors Program, Women’s Leadership Program, and Service Learning with the BSLCE since I first got to Bentley. I’ve stayed committed to all of these programs and have worked my way up to Lead Program Manager at the Bentley Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Center, leading the creation of the Whittemore Literacy Program, which supports the reading and writing levels of fourth-grade students in the Waltham community. I am also a member of Greek Life on campus as a Kappa Delta. I’m on my second year working for the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center and I couldn’t be more excited to come up with creative and helpful career tips in these upcoming semesters!

Outside of school, I have passions in art and literature. You can also find me taking care of the many plants I own, writing in my journals, or making my third (or fourth or fifth) cup of coffee for the day. I take pride in being easy to communicate with, so feel free to contact me or connect with me on LinkedIn!

My name is Justine Palencia and I’m from Paxton, MA. I’m a junior majoring in Data Analytics and minoring in Business Studies and Actuarial Science. On campus, I am President of the Philippine United Student Organization, Diversity & Inclusion Officer for the risk management and analytics fraternity Gamma Iota Sigma, and co-editor for The Vale Yearbook. I am also part of the Honors Program. Outside of school, I love painting, traveling, exploring the Boston area, and spending time with friends!

This summer, I interned at Liberty Mutual Insurance through their Analyst Development Program. This experience allowed me to learn about the insurance industry, expand my network through conversations with professionals in the industry, and develop my technical and analytical skills through various projects.

This is my first year working in the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center, and I look forward to being able to help underclassmen take advantage of Bentley’s career resources. I’m always happy to help so feel free to reach out!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is Grace Raynor and I’m from Westchester, New York and I’ve just recently moved to Long Island, New York! I am currently a senior whose passionate about both technology along with creativity and design which has led me to major in Computer Information Systems with a minor in Information Design and Corporate Communications. At Bentley I hold several leadership positions including being on the executive board for the sorority, Phi Sigma Sigma, along with the executive board for Bentley Italian Society as a Senior Advisor. Additionally, I am a Bentley Ambassador where I both give tours and sit on panels for prospective students!

During my junior year, I interned at Nantucket Island Marketing, a social media marketing company started by a Bentley alum and I spent that summer interning at VMware, a virtualization and cloud computing software company! At VMware I worked as a Strategy & Operations intern for their cloud provider team where I had the opportunity to enhance my technical skills, challenge my problem-solving abilities, and effectively communicate and contribute to multi-functioning team.

Navigating the first steps into your professional journey is both exciting, (and sometimes nerve-wracking). The Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development team has acted as a mentor to me throughout my past three years at Bentley. The team has helped guide me to so many opportunities, along with ease my worries along the way, and I’m excited to do the same for other students as a Career Colleague as well!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

Hello! My name is Kathleen Rooney and I am from Ludlow, MA. I am a rising junior majoring in Economics-Finance and minoring in management. I am looking forward to narrowing down my career path this year, but hope to do more work in sales before ultimately going into real estate. On campus I am in the Women’s Leadership Program, the Academics Supervisor of Gamma Phi Beta, and a Executive Board Member of the Bentley Women’s Network.

Outside of school I love to spend my time outside, hanging out with friends, and going to the gym. I enjoy playing and watching sports events with my friends and family, my favorites being soccer and basketball. I am looking forward to experiencing my first full in-person semester at Bentley and exploring more of what the school and the city of Boston have to offer! I am thrilled to start my first year as a Career Colleague and helping my peers further their careers!

Can’t wait to see you all in the office and please don’t hesitate to stop add me on Linkedin if you have any questions, or just want to say hi!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is Kerisse Seepersad and I am currently a second-semester junior majoring in Data Analytics with a minor in Actuarial Science. I am also pursuing a Liberal Studies Major in Political Economy and Development. I am a proud international student from Trinidad and Tobago, where I recently completed a summer internship with a renowned regional insurance brokerage company. I had a fantastic time working with insurance professionals and am excited to connect and share my experiences with other analytical and actuarial students at Bentley!

On campus, I am the Mentorship Chair for the Student Honors Council and the Vice President of SAGE. I also work as an Undergraduate Tutor with Academic Services and was previously a Student Researcher at the Valente Center. Besides that, I serve as the Global Voice Vice President in Bentley’s International Students Association and work with faculty and staff to implement creative solutions to problems that international students face at Bentley. Through this role, I have worked very closely with the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center in the past and I certainly look forward to joining the team as a Career Colleague!

Outside of the school, I enjoy reading a good novel, baking chocolate cakes and doing fun landscape paintings and charcoal sketches. I am thrilled to be back on campus and can’t wait to connect with you so that you can achieve your career and internship goals. Hope to see you during drop-in hours!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

My name is Emily Sweet and I am from Nashua, New Hampshire. I’m a senior majoring in Economics-Finance and a member of Bentley’s Advanced Standing in Finance program which is allowing me to take graduate classes as an undergraduate to earn my BS and MS in finance within my four years. On campus, I am a member of the swim and dive team, as well as the Women’s Leadership Program.

In 2020, I interned at a small financial planning firm, and it was a great experience that taught me so much about managing money for individual clients. This past summer, I had the opportunity to intern at Cigna Investment Management as a Real Estate Investment intern. It was amazing to learn more about corporate asset management and real estate investment, especially in an environment where everyone was so willing to help and answer questions.

Outside of the classroom I love to keep busy whether it is spending time outside, hanging out with my friends and family, listening to music, cooking or traveling.

This will be my second year working in the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center, and I love meeting Bentley students and help them achieve their career goals. Feel free to add me on LinkedIn or reach out anytime!

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225

Hi, my name is Faye, and I am a rising junior studying Information Systems Audit and Control! I’m from Methuen, Massachusetts, which is about 40 minutes north of Bentley. At Bentley, I am the treasurer for PRIDE, Bentley’s campus organization for LGBTQ people and allies. I am also in Bentley’s Off the Clock a cappella group. I recently joined the ISACA student org!

In my free time, I love to sing, read, and hike. I love the outdoors, and try to fit as much hiking and kayaking into my summers as I can. My biggest passion outside my academics and music is animals. I have two cats, one of which lives with me on North Campus.

I am so excited to be a part of this wonderful program. I have utilized the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center is my own search for internships in the past years, and I cannot wait to help other students take advantage of the resources Bentley offers.

First Year & Sophomore Drop In Hours (during Academic Year):

Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. on Zoom only – Link to drop-ins HERE.

Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Zoom and in LAC 225