Student Colleagues

My name is Kristen Novit and I am from Austin, Texas. I am a senior in the Honors program pursuing a double-major in Marketing and Media Arts & Society. I have always loved following trends and I would like to combine my passion for marketing with my experiences at Bentley University to diversify media representation.

On campus, I am very active as the President of Bentley Marketing Association and the Co-President of Bentley Leadership Society. I am also a part of the Women’s Leadership Program and work in the Center for Women and Business, as well as leading a class as a First Year Seminar Peer Facilitator. I have previously interned with Bumble, Pitney Bowes, and STORYSOFT, and I have participated in the Bentley Externship Program with Deloitte Consulting. I love getting to develop my leadership skills and meet so many amazing Bentley students through these organizations.

Outside of the classroom and work, I enjoy music, traveling, and trying new things. I love to laugh and spend time with my friends, whether we go into downtown Boston or just study together on campus. Any day that I get to pet a dog is a good day!

I am so excited to be a part of the CareerEdge team. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or suggestions for the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center, I’d love to hear from you!

My name is Lottie Smalla and I am from Cham, Switzerland but currently live in Boston, Massachusetts. I am an incoming senior majoring in Professional Sales. I am double minoring in Psychology and Earth, Environment, and Global Sustainability. On campus I am a member of the Bentley Equestrian Team where I hold the position of president. I also am a member of Alpha Phi Sorority.

The past two summers I have held marketing and sales internships at Axel Springer, a publishing company, in Berlin, Germany and McDonalds. I am eager to keep learning about sales and hopefully working in a sales job in the future. I love travelling, so I would love to work for a company that values that as much as I do.

Throughout my first two years a Bentley, I have been fortunate to use the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center as a resource to help me with finding internships, preparing for interviews, and writing my resume and cover letter. I am excited to return to Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Center and lead a team of Career Colleague to help other Bentley students with their internships and job goals. Come by and say hi!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Courtney Copelas and I am from North Reading, Massachusetts. I am a junior at Bentley and am a Marketing major. I am also pursuing Management and Psychology as my two minors. On campus, I am on the Executive Board for the sorority Phi Sigma Sigma as Membership Recruitment Chair, which I have held the position of since November 2018. I have a lot of experience working and collaborating with people, especially younger members of the university!

The summer after freshmen year, I worked at Compass Packaging International, a third party logistics, fulfillment, and distribution firm. I worked as a project manager and will spend the summer after sophomore year at the company as well.

I love to spend my free time with my family, friends, and my golden retriever, Rudy.  I love to paint, craft, meditate, and do yoga. In the summer, I spend my time at the beach in Gloucester, Massachusetts. I am also a fan of the Patriots and the Bruins. Go Boston!

I have switched my major two times, so I have experience in feeling lost about a career path! I hope to help students as a Career Colleague in a similar way that the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center has helped me over the past two years at Bentley. I am so excited to connect with everyone so please feel free to come to drop-in hours or add me on LinkedIn. Please reach out as well with any questions you may have during your time at Bentley!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

Hello! My name is Molly McGreevy and I am a senior from Narragansett, Rhode Island. I am majoring in Management with minors in Business Economics and International Affairs. This is my first year on the Career Colleague team and I am so excited to get to know everyone!

During Summer 2020 I worked as an intern for Ascensus in Warwick, RI, as a member of the Client Service Student Summer Work Program. Previously I worked as an After School Counselor at a local elementary school and a sales associate at Marshalls and HomeGoods.

On campus I am the president of the Bentley Catholic Association and a member of the Interfaith fellowship. Previously I held the title of president of the Bentley Literary Society and Vice-President of Trees Hall Council. Freshman year I competed with the Bentley Ballroom Dance team and placed 4th at a competition. Off campus I volunteer at an after school program for students age 5-13 two days a week.

I also work as a Resident Assistant for Slade Hall. This is my second year in Slade and I am very glad to be back. I enjoy working with underclassmen, helping them feel prepared for the future. As a sophomore I greatly struggled deciding my major. I hope to take what I learned and be of assistance in those struggling with decisions impacting their future.

For fun you can find me online shopping, watching documentaries on Netflix, reading an inspirational book, or planning a trip! Say hello if you see me around campus!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Julia Keymakh and I am currently a senior majoring in Accountancy and minoring in English & Media studies. Although I am originally from Livingston, New Jersey, traveling is one of my passions and I try to see the world any chance I can. At Bentley, I am a Lead Program manager for the Service Learning and Civic Engagement Center. I manage student volunteers to provide aid and activities to the children of a local low-income housing development in Waltham. I am also involved in the Bentley Ballroom Dance Team learning everything from Cha Cha to Argentinian tango.

This past summer, I had the opportunity to intern for the EY FSO Tax department remotely. Last summer, I interned at Levine Jacobs & Company, LLC in their Tax Department. I was so motivated to soak up everything I could from the experienced industry professionals around me. Everyone was more than willing to answer my questions or lend a helping hand, and in turn I got to do some research and develop tax returns for a variety of clients. After freshman year, I interned at a tech startup in their Business Development Department at Bixby, located in Newark, NJ. I was able to participate in management meetings on strategy, business development, and accounting, which was a very unique opportunity to be heard amongst the most senior members of the company.

I have also been an avid reader my entire life and am always looking for recommendations for my next favorite book!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Conor Sikora and I am from Boonton, New Jersey. I am a rising senior majoring in Finance with a minor is Computer Information Systems. I am also a part of Bentley’s Combined BS/MS program. I’ve always found excitement in working with numbers and technology, and I knew Bentley would be a great place to turn that excitement into a career.

Here on campus, I am a brother of the professional business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi. During my junior year, I served as the chapter’s Vice President of Chapter Operations which helped to foster my organizational and communication skills. I was also a member of the SP&E Event Management team where I helped to oversee the operations of Harry’s Pub. Although I am from New Jersey, I love Boston sports and also play many intramurals here at Bentley. This summer, I will be working as a wealth management intern at Wellington-Shields in NYC where I will be able to exercise my passion for finance.

This will be my first year as a Career Colleague for the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center. I am beyond excited to help Bentley students achieve their career goals during the 2020-2021 academic year. Feel free to chat with me during drop-in hours and add me on LinkedIn.

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Kate Sturmer and I am a rising senior at Bentley. I am majoring in Finance with a Liberal Studies Major in Global Perspectives. On campus I am on the board of Bentley Investment Banking club, the Treasurer of Bentley Leadership Society, and am also a Fellow who interviews prospective students in our Undergraduate Admission office. Outside of school I enjoy travelling. I studied abroad during the spring of my junior year in Florence, Italy and had the opportunity to visit many new countries. I love trying new foods and am hoping to continue visiting new places.

The summer after my sophomore year, I interned at NBCUniversal as a Financial Analyst Intern. I had a great experience learning about ad sales revenue for a media company and worked with a great team of interns. When I returned to Bentley in the fall of my junior year, I interned with Loomis Sayles & Company in Boston in their UWIN program as a Relative Return intern. I was able to learn more about the Investment Management industry and work on projects with Portfolio Managers. I enjoyed aspects of both of these experiences and found myself matching those interests with a career in Investment Banking. This summer I will be interning at Cowen in New York City as a Summer Analyst on their Industrials team.

I am excited to be part of the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center and to start working as a Career Colleague. I have benefitted from the help of Bentley’s career services and am excited to help other students reach their goals. Feel free to stop by or reach out to me if you have any questions!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Nathan Tombo and I am a senior from Emerson, NJ. I am majoring in Marketing with a liberal studies major in Earth, Environment, and Global Sustainability. I hope to leverage my educational background and professional experiences to better connect people to products and services.

On campus, I am a brother of Alpha Kappa Psi, a co-ed professional business fraternity and also work with the Residential Center as a Resident Assistant. In the past I have also served as a Senator for Student Government Association and worked with the Office of Sustainability as a Marketing Outreach/PR intern. Through these experiences, I have been lucky enough to connect and collaborate with amazing Bentley students, faculty, and staff that have truly shaped my Bentley experience.

Off campus, I enjoy thrift shopping and trying to find the best cup of coffee to add to my on-going list of coffee shops in the Boston-area. Feel free to say hi to me if you see me around campus or on the MBTA 73!

I’m really excited to contribute to the CareerEdge team to help advance the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center in any way that I can!

Hello! My name is Courtney Woronka and I am a senior from Windham, New Hampshire. I am majoring in Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. On campus I am a member of the Varsity Field Hockey Team and a Resident Assistant. I am also a part of Greek Life, Love Your Melon, and Student Alumni Leadership Council.

After my sophomore year, I worked at Bentley as an intern through a CASE program based in Washington, D.C. I connected with other colleges to compare Alumni Relation tactics while also learning how to manage customer relationships. After my freshman year, I worked on my first entrepreneurial experience in building a softball program that I still coach to this day.

I love to spend my free time hiking New Hampshire Mountains or playing with my Jack Russel, Alice. I also enjoy time at the lake and traveling to new places.

The Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center has been a huge help in my growth at Bentley. From choosing my major all the way to writing my resume and interview preparation, the center has been there for me. I am so excited to be a Career Colleague this year to help others utilize the knowledge I have gained in the past three years. I hope to be a stress free resource but also excite you for all that Bentley and the world has to offer. Feel free to drop by or add me on LinkedIn if you have any questions or need help!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Lian-Wei Yuan and I will be a rising senior from Plainville, Connecticut. I am majoring in Computer Information Systems and minors in Data Technologies & Information Design and Corporate Communications. This past summer I worked at Hospital for Special Care, a nonprofit, long-term acute care hospital, as a Marketing & Communications intern. I assisted in coordinating various community outreach programs that increased our hospital’s brand awareness, such as with Travelers Championship, Joy of Art and the Eversource Hartford Marathon.

On campus, I work with the Multicultural Center as a MOSAIC Ambassador and with the Adamian Technology Center as an Instructional Video Production Assistant. I also serve as the Service Chair for Circle K International, and am currently a brother of Delta Sigma Pi, a professional co-ed business fraternity. In addition to these organizations, I’m also apart of South Asian Student Association and Bentley Service Learning for the past 6 semesters as I love to be involved in both the Bentley and the local community.

Outside of academics, I love to stay active exercise with my friends. To date, I have participated in various races, whether they be 5Ks, Half-Marathon, and even the Spartan obstacle course races. To date, I have completed both a Sprint and the Stadion this past November and this summer of 2020, I will be participating in the Super version race. I also love to play volleyball and up for a good challenge in tennis!

I am excited to become a Career Colleague this year and look forward to helping Bentley students advance in their career goals!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

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. I plan on working for an investment banking firm when I graduate.

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. This past semester, I worked for Deloitte Consulting as a consulting extern. This summer, I will be joining the investment banking team at BRG Capital Advisors—a national restructuring consultancy. 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 cooking shows, and playing low-stakes poker. 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.

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

Hello! My name is Ashley Chadbourne and I am from Portland, Maine. I am a rising junior double majoring in Finance and Liberal Studies in Quantitative Perspectives. I am not quite sure what I want to do yet, but I aspire to apply my finance major in the health care field. On campus I am in the Women’s Leadership Program, the Panhellenic Delegate of Phi Sigma Sigma, and the Director of Greek Week on the Greek Activities Council.

The summer after sophomore year I was supposed to be the Data and Reporting Intern at Stone Coast Fund Services, thanks to the help of the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 this position was cancelled. To get this internship I obsessively 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 first year working as a Career Colleague and I could not be more excited. 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!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Christina Cramer, and I am currently a junior at Bentley University.  I am majoring in Public Policy with a minor in Law. During my time at Bentley so far, I have been involved in the Bentley Service-Learning and Civic Engagement center. I have served as a Program Manager for both an afterschool program and a teen mentoring program in a low-income housing development. In addition, I coordinate the Red Cross Blood Drives on campus.

This summer, I will be working for the U.S Department of Education focusing on Diversity and Inclusion Policy. In the past, I served as a Public Relations intern at the Integrated Community Alternatives Network, which is a health and human services non-profit. This internship helped strengthen my business skills and allowed me to work on teams with senior members of the company. Additionally, I have worked for a product design company as their marketing assistant. This position allowed me to strengthen my communication skills by working collaboratively with global and diverse teams.

Outside of Bentley, I enjoy reading a good book, going to the gym or exploring the New England region. I am always open to new experiences and I am excited to be a Career Colleague to help other Bentley students meet their goals. Please feel free to stop in during our drop-in hours or contact me for assistance!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Gabriela Hernandez and I am a rising junior at Bentley University from Lima, Peru. I am majoring in Computer Information Systems and minoring in Marketing and Mathematics. I’m interested in technology and business, and I am pursuing those interests by taking on business roles in different organizations and developing my coding skills through continuous learning. Some topics in tech that I am looking forward to learning more about are AI, algorithms, neural networks and holography.

On campus, I am part of the Women’s Leadership Program, the Honors Program, Delta Sigma Pi and TEDxBentleyU. I enjoy the workshops and conferences from the CWB, the challenging classes from the Honors Program, the unconditional brotherhood of Delta Sigma Pi, and working with the dedicated marketing team at TEDxBentleyU. I am also currently an FYS Peer Leader and work at the Bentley Health & Wellness Office as a Marketing Intern where I develop marketing strategies, campaigns, and design and schedule social media content through Canva and Hootsuite respectively.

Two social justice goals I’m invested in achieving are gender equality and equal access to a high-quality education. I’m working on helping achieve gender equality through educating myself and building marketing campaigns and podcasts as an Ambassador for the Representation Project NGO. And to help increase access to education I’m working with EducationUSA Peru, a government-funded agency that mentors and guides high school students to apply to colleges abroad. I’m also excited to be interning with Social Impact Scholars this summer to consult for a NYC company on a corporate social responsibility project!

In my free time, I love reading, kickboxing, going for a run, and spending time with my friends and family. A random fact about me is that I attended a Circus Academy in Peru every weekend for about 10 years! It’s not as crazy as it sounds though, we mainly did theatre improvisations, had music classes, and aerial training.

I’m happy to be joining the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center Team and look forward to helping Bentley students advance their careers! If you have any ideas on how to reach students (or just want to say hi) feel free to reach out through email or stop by LaCava 225!

My name is Alina Minkova and I’m a rising junior pursuing the Corporate Finance and Accounting major, with minors in Spanish and CIS. At Bentley, I have participated in the Honors Program, Women’s Leadership Program, Microfinance Group, and Service Learning with the BSLCE since my very first semester freshman year. 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, assisting with 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. This would be my first year working for the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center and I couldn’t be more excited to come up with creative and helpful ideas in these upcoming semesters!

As far as work experience goes, I have always been committed to my professional development. This year, I spent two days of the week in Boston to work as an Accounting Intern for Campbell, DeVasto & Associates, while also taking classes. This experience has helped me immensely with time management and my career goals; I plan on continuing this internship every semester while I finish my bachelor’s degree. This summer, I’m looking forward to working at The Main Street America Group as a Finance Intern! I was very attracted to MSA’s values regarding corporate responsibility (especially social responsibilities and community service).

Outside of school and work, 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 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 Emily Sweet and I am from Nashua, New Hampshire.  I am a rising junior majoring in Economics-Finance, and minoring in Earth, Environment, and Global Sustainability.  I am also a member of Bentley’s Advanced Standing in Finance program, which means that I am currently working towards my master’s degree in Finance as an undergraduate.  For my career, I aspire to work as a financial analyst for a company focused on sustainability.  I love that Bentley is close to my home and to the great opportunities in Boston.

On campus, I am a member of the swim and dive team, as well as the Women’s Leadership Program.  Being an active member of these organizations has helped me grow as a person and develop my leadership skills.  I am also involved in Service Learning, which is something I am passionate about and I love that Bentley focuses on.

This summer, I am looking forward to interning with Financial Planners Chadwick and D’Amato, and I am so excited to learn more about this facet of finance, and gain more experience in the field.

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 first year working in the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center, and I look forward to being able to meet more Bentley students and help them achieve their career goals.  Feel free to add me on LinkedIn or reach out anytime!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Samantha Simione and I am a senior from Cheshire, Connecticut. I am currently pursuing a major in Marketing and minor in Computer Information Systems (CIS). On campus, I am a member of the  Field Hockey team and a Peer Tutor. Also, I studied abroad at University College Dublin in Ireland this past spring!

The summer after sophomore year, I held an internship with Liberty Mutual Insurance as a part of their Financial Internship Program. I also participated in the Deloitte Consulting Externship Program during my sophomore year. I was able to meet professionals during these programs that shared with me their career paths and it allowed me to expand my network. These experiences have not only help me develop my professional skills but have guided me towards my desired career path.

Outside of the classroom, I love spending time outdoors and running. One of my favorite activities is hiking and I got to experience some incredible hikes while studying in Ireland.

The Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center has helped me recognize my strengths during my time at Bentley. I have worked closely with career colleagues in the past and I am excited to work as one this year! I hope 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!

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

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.

SOPHOMORE DROP IN HOURS: Monday-Friday, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Link to drop-ins HERE.

My name is Sarah Vojta and I am a current junior 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 a resident assistant in the first year area, specifically working with Thrive, a Defined Community focused on health and wellness initiatives. I am also a member of the Student Advisory Board associated with Bentley’s Residential Center, providing insight for future projects that impact the residential experience. This will also be my first year working as a First Year Seminar Peer Facilitator, guiding new students through their transition to Bentley.

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. During the summer after my freshman year, I was an Assistant Swim Coach for a local pool association in New Jersey and started my own swim lessons program. I have a passion for personal development, assisting others to become more confident in their skills and abilities.