I Look Like An Engineer: Bringing Your Full Self To STEM
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What does an engineer look like? Better yet, how can those interested in STEM break the current mold while launching fulfilling careers and remaining true to themselves? For Jessica Johnson and Chloe Edeal, Software Engineers at Manifold, bringing their full self to work each day is key - and...
What does an engineer look like? Better yet, how can those interested in STEM break the current mold while launching fulfilling careers and remaining true to themselves? For Jessica Johnson and Chloe Edeal, Software Engineers at Manifold, bringing their full self to work each day is key - and they're thankful to be a part of an organization that encourages this! Join Jessica and Chloe for a live Q&A to discuss how they broke the mold and became engineers, as well as how they landed their current roles thanks to PowerToFly!
Meet The Speakers
Jessica Johnson is a software engineer at Manifold hailing from Alberta, Canada. She holds a combined degree in Computer Science and Physics and has done full stack development for a few startups across the country, including Hootsuite. She is an advocate for women in STEM fields and has put her passion for teaching into action at Lighthouse Labs, where she has taught several workshops and intro to programming courses. Outside of her day job, she is passionate about stage and screen acting and has been an extra on some high-profile productions such as Twilight and Supernatural.
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Q&A
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The funniest thing is, I had just said, "The problem is, I don't look like an engineer," to somebody *right* before I got this invitation. So I'm looking forward to hearing how to overcome that...
By: Seonaid, Software developerPosted on 2019-08-13 -
Any insight on moving overseas? Careers outside the US.
By: StaceyPosted on 2019-08-13 -
Are there resources specifically to help women in STEM get remote jobs? Would it be possible to get a remote job as a junior developer?
By: Shannon, NannyPosted on 2019-08-09 -
Just getting advice on how to get a remote job in web/software development
By: LeilaPosted on 2019-08-09 -
When looking for an opportunity, how did you tailor your resume to stand out from all the rest?
By: Angela, Business AnalystPosted on 2019-08-09 -
Is there any way to find remote jobs working for non-profits?
By: Gena, Program/Project ManagerPosted on 2019-08-09 -
How do you bring your full self to work at a remote company? This headline is intriguing!
By: Laura, Data ScientistPosted on 2019-08-08 -
What are the most in-demand skills for remote workers?
By: KellyPosted on 2019-08-08 -
What equipment do you recommend to get for remote work?
By: Laura, Domesticated EngineerPosted on 2019-08-08 -
Do either of you work with Python and how did you first start building your skills?
By: PGA, Sales and MarketingPosted on 2019-08-08 -
How does an Anthropology degree fit into DevOps?
By: TheresaPosted on 2019-08-08 -
Whatvis the best strategy to landing that remote role when you are new to software engineering?
By: Corinna, Business AnalystPosted on 2019-08-08 -
I am most interested in learning how landing a professional job for remote differs from getting a traditional, onsite job.
By: Sharon, MarketingPosted on 2019-08-08 -
While looking for a remote Software Engineering job, would you recommend focusing on building side projects/portfolio or practicing for technical interviews (studying algorithms/data structures)?...
By: Marianna, Fullstack DeveloperPosted on 2019-08-08 -
Besides having an online portfolio and GitHub, how do you stand out to land a remote career opportunity Do you need to have specific experience and public facing code samples? It's rough out there!
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How to prepare for the technical interview
By: Jennifer, Fullstack DeveloperPosted on 2019-08-08 -
What are the technical and communication challenges (if you've had any) that come up for you with working remotely as opposed to if you were working in an office environment? And, how did/do you...
By: Cathy, WebmasterPosted on 2019-08-08 -
What is the biggest challenge you face while working remotely in your current position?
By: Mary, DevOps Site Reliability EngineerPosted on 2019-08-08 -
When working remotely, how do you structure your day? How do you prevent feeling isolated?
By: Miriam, Database DeveloperPosted on 2019-08-08 -
What is something Women (in Tech) can do daily to combat Imposter Syndrome?
By: Aly, Customer SuccessPosted on 2019-08-08
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