Join HBS Career & Professional Development (CPD) as we follow three students throughout their summer internships, and learn best practices for creating a successful summer program. [...]

As a global financial hub, one of the largest ports in the world and the gateway to Southeast Asia, opportunities are abundant for MBAs in Singapore. On a recent trip there, I found a vibrant start-up scene that is not only supported by local accelerators, but one that has expanded to also include corporate sponsorship of hackathons to help identify new and exciting internet-enabled ventures. [...]

One of the frequently asked questions our office receives each year is “Where are students accepting internships and fulltime opportunities?” This is a hard question to answer in real time, but we’re thrilled to announce that our analysis is complete and employment data on the career and internship choices for the MBA Classes of 2016 and 2017 has been released. [...]

Before I joined the Career & Professional Development (CPD) team, I spent two years as a case researcher working with faculty to develop and write business case studies for use in the HBS classroom and in business programs around the globe. My very first case, “The Fiat-Chrysler Alliance: Launching the Cinquecento in North America” remains my favorite. I am a trained attorney and prior to landing at HBS I worked for the Massachusetts State Senate developing legislation and also dabbled in litigation. I certainly qualify as a “career switcher” which I think helps me relate to the many MBA students who are making a career switch themselves. [...]

There are two main aspects of my role at HBS—one is the to assist MBA students with their job searches and career planning, and the other is to aid companies in their recruiting efforts. I focus on international careers and engage primarily with students interested in roles in Asia. I also serve as the office liaison for the investment banks that seek to hire HBS talent. I worked in U.S. immigration law for many years before joining HBS so I provide basic immigration guidance to our international students who are planning long-term careers in the United States. [...]