Ruth Sierra
MBA | Assistant Director Co-op and Placement | Strategic Partnerships, Program Development
- Role
- Assistant Director Co-op and Placement at School Of Polymer Science And Polymer Engineering At The University Of Akron
- Location
- Akron, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ruth Sierra
At The University of Akron, my role as Assistant Director for Co-op and Placement…
Experience
Assistant Director Co-op and Placement
School Of Polymer Science And Polymer Engineering At The University Of Akron
Aug 2022 — Present · Akron, OH, US
Coordinate engagement efforts and programming for approximately 3,500 undergraduate students across 9 engineering and technology majors to support their increased participation in industry-specific experiential learning opportunities and permanent employment in the Northeast Ohio area.• Mentor undergraduate students on their career goals through workshops, individual meetings and career exploration opportunities by hosting educational talks and networking events on campus ensuring high employment rates post-graduation• Strengthened partnerships by connecting candidates with corporate employers by hosting bi-annual Career Fairs with +240 companies and candidates in attendance, and through job listings, referrals, networking events.• Improved strategic decision-making by collecting and analyzing graduate placement data every semester to maintain ABET accreditation and enhance student services.• Responsible for direct management of Senior class cohort resources and support in career development and placement focusing on approximately 500 students.• Serve as faculty advisor for the Society of Hispanic Engineers SHPE Akron Chapter, supporting leadership development and career advancement for underrepresented students.
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