Definitely many of my technical skills have been a huge benefit, like the coding classes, or the courses that taught me about the architecture of computer systems and their operating systems. Soft skills have proven to be just as important, and that’s something you don’t learn directly in many classes. There are a few, such as HRM 1101, that gives you an introductory overview of peoples’ different personality types, what motivates them, and how you can leverage that in strategic execution. Using what I learned in that class so far has proven to be most effective, especially when communicating to internal and external stakeholders what the value of my position is.
Throughout my internship, one of the most important skills I leveraged from the MIS courses was learning how to code. I applied this in various ways, such as writing Python scripts to web scrape marketing leads, building APIs, and even setting up AI agents to automate tasks. In addition, I used skills like understanding SEO and using Figma to design websites and email templates, which helped greatly with the technical and creative sides of projects.
Outside of specific tools, one of the biggest takeaways from the coursework was learning how to be curious and adaptable when working with new technologies. During the internship, I often had to learn new tools quickly, and the courses prepared me to interpret documentation and breaking it down to smaller components, much like reading API documentations and solving coding bugs/errors.
One of the most valuable skills I learned in the classroom that I’ve leveraged in my internship is Excel. In my stat classes, we spent a lot of time working with large datasets, using pivot tables, and conditional formatting to organize and analyze information. I didn’t realize how much I’d rely on those skills until I started my internship.
Almost daily, I use Excel to clean data, track project progress, and create reports for my manager. I’ve even been able to show a few shortcuts to my team. It’s been rewarding to see that what felt like a basic classroom skill has become such a practical asset in the workplace.
Definitely many of my technical skills have been a huge benefit, like the coding classes, or the courses that taught me about the architecture of computer systems and their operating systems. Soft skills have proven to be just as important, and that’s something you don’t learn directly in many classes. There are a few, such as HRM 1101, that gives you an introductory overview of peoples’ different personality types, what motivates them, and how you can leverage that in strategic execution. Using what I learned in that class so far has proven to be most effective, especially when communicating to internal and external stakeholders what the value of my position is.
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Throughout my internship, one of the most important skills I leveraged from the MIS courses was learning how to code. I applied this in various ways, such as writing Python scripts to web scrape marketing leads, building APIs, and even setting up AI agents to automate tasks. In addition, I used skills like understanding SEO and using Figma to design websites and email templates, which helped greatly with the technical and creative sides of projects.
Outside of specific tools, one of the biggest takeaways from the coursework was learning how to be curious and adaptable when working with new technologies. During the internship, I often had to learn new tools quickly, and the courses prepared me to interpret documentation and breaking it down to smaller components, much like reading API documentations and solving coding bugs/errors.
One of the most valuable skills I learned in the classroom that I’ve leveraged in my internship is Excel. In my stat classes, we spent a lot of time working with large datasets, using pivot tables, and conditional formatting to organize and analyze information. I didn’t realize how much I’d rely on those skills until I started my internship.
Almost daily, I use Excel to clean data, track project progress, and create reports for my manager. I’ve even been able to show a few shortcuts to my team. It’s been rewarding to see that what felt like a basic classroom skill has become such a practical asset in the workplace.