Commercial Banking Vice President, City National Bank
November 30, 2025
by Mark Pliushchanskii (’27)
Leadership seems not to be a slogan you flaunt on a resume but a learned habit of response when the ground shifts beneath your feet. Shiroaki “Shiro” Takahashi (Class of 2007) learned that …
When I first received the email confirming my internship offer at Novartis, I was thrilled, but I was also nervous. This would be my first time stepping into a large global biotech company, working alongside scientists and data professionals with …
When I first arrived at college, I felt as though I had been admitted into a completely different world. The classrooms were different, the expectations were different, and even though I had studied English before, speaking and writing it every …
That was me during my first few weeks at Soka University of America. I knew I wanted to work, but I also heard that getting a job on campus is quite competitive. So, I decided to prepare thoroughly for the …
The probability of an internship converting into a full-time role varies from company to company. In certain cases, an employer will be transparent about how often they provide interns with a direct path toward full-time employment, and other times it …
Whether you are a recent college graduate or simply looking to find a new job, no one really enjoys the job search. Even when the opportunity pops up to apply to your dream job, there’s still some reluctance. The truth …
“I’ve got a great resume… Why would I ever need a LinkedIn profile???”
…Said the job-seeker right before getting REJECTED… 😉
Why???
One of the most surprising findings in the entire hiring literature is that great LinkedIn profiles NOT ONLY:
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Students should ask their professors about internship opportunities, as many employers ask those same professors for referrals to their students who may be interested in and well-qualified for those same internships. Many internship opportunities never find their way to college …
Healthcare jobs are among the most vital and rewarding roles you can pursue. With the growing demand for healthcare professionals—driven by an aging population and advances in medical technology—there’s never been a better time to consider a career in this …
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the healthcare industry, offering tools that improve diagnostics, streamline operations, and personalize patient care. From helping doctors analyze complex data to enabling remote patient monitoring, AI is transforming how healthcare professionals deliver services.
More than …
