Exploring Careers in Engineering and Science

In our first-ever dual interview, undergraduate students Salomé Orozco and Aliona Heitz from the Industrial & Systems Engineering program share insights on their favorite courses, research and internship experiences and how they’re applying systems thinking to industries like aerospace, software and transportation.

Ph.D. candidate Erin Kreis walks us through her journey from a Mechanical Engineering undergrad to a Biomedical Engineering Ph.D. at Stevens, and also discusses pitching through Launchpad, where she gained entrepreneurial confidence to develop her startup, Silver Strides, aimed at improving accessibility and mobility solutions for aging populations.

Emma McCann, a Stevens alum and AMP student in ocean engineering, discusses how her interests grew from environmental engineering into research on coastlines, ocean systems and real-world fieldwork -- leading to hands-on research with drones and shoreline data that opened doors to internships with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers through the SMART Scholarship program.

Matthew Melada, a Chemistry and Chemical Biology alum and current AMP student, shares his nontraditional path from chemical biology to pre-health. He discusses gaining clinical experience late in his undergraduate journey, discovering a passion for medicine and preparing to apply to competitive M.D./Ph.D. programs.

Samuel Schmidt '23 B.E. discusses his journey in computer engineering and how the Stevens Launchpad program gave him hands-on experience. He highlights internships, startups, and work abroad, sharing insights on building skills and seizing real-world opportunities.

Season 2 of Find Your Flock kicks off with Maria Manoussakis ’22, M.Eng. ’23, MBA ’23, who shares how blending engineering and business skills launched her leadership career at Legrand. She discusses key lessons, career pivots, and making the most of technical and business expertise.

Our 9th episode features Diya Jariwala, who talks about navigating two distinct biomedical engineering tracks and why flexibility and support made all the difference. Now pursuing a master’s in Management at the Stevens School of Business, Diya shares how she’s building on her engineering foundation to pursue leadership in healthcare and tech—shaping a future both innovative and people-centered.

we talk with Christopher Kniss, a recent graduate of Stevens Institute of Technology’s computer engineering program, who’s now heading into a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. He shares how he discovered his passion for hardware design, why he’s shifting fields, and what it’s like to intern at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Stevens alum Sophia Miskiewicz shares her journey from graduating with a bachelor's degree in physics (with a music and tech minor) to a Ph.D. candidate in physics at CUNY. From neutrino research at the Museum of Natural History to early inspirations in class, she reflects on how curiosity, community,and undergrad research shaped her path.

A recent Stevens grad who studied Naval and Ocean Engineering with a passion for the ocean, ships, and systems design, Kyra Kozar shares what drew her to this niche but essential STEM field and reflects on her dream internship experience with Royal Caribbean.

With a foundation in Chemical Engineering and a master’s in Materials Science, Isabella Furrick is driven by a passion for sustainability and innovation. Her journey reflects the value of exploring unexpected paths and embracing change to build a career with impact and purpose.

Amber Johns, a recent Stevens grad with both a B.S. and M.S. in Applied Mathematics, turned her love of puzzles into a career in data analysis at Tapestry (parent company of Coach and Kate Spade). She shares how exploring everything from graphic design to internships helped shape her path.

Third year student Gianna Cerbone shares her journey from being an undecided engineering major to securing multiple internships and experiences in pursuit of her Software Engineering bachelor's degree at Stevens.

Stevens Class of 2023 alum Ava Ragonese joins the show to share how strategic internships and a pivotal shift to getting her bachelor's degree in engineering management unlocked a world of career possibilities. From navigating her time at Stevens to discovering unexpected professional paths, Ava’s story is packed with insights for any student mapping out their future.

Our first episode features Sabrina Benayoun, a 2023 graduate of Stevens Institute of Technology, who shares her path from student to professional in the fields of environmental engineering and sustainability management. Sabrina talks about the experiences that guided her interests, the challenges she’s overcome, and how she’s turning her passion for the environment into a purposeful career.