Please briefly describe your background prior to Haas
Climate Change Research: Experience in academia and scientific research, showcasing analytical skills and a passion for sustainability.
Military Logistics/Operations/SCM: Background in submarine operations, demonstrating expertise in complex systems, planning, and execution.
What industries and functions did you recruit for and why?
- Industries: Climatetech and tech, attracted by their innovative cultures and potential for positive impact.
- Functions: Focused on roles that aligned with my skills and interests, particularly those involving data analysis, cross-functional influencing, and strategic thinking.
Briefly describe how you approached recruiting. Anything worked particularly well for you?
- Early Preparation: Months of resume and case prep, including LLM prompt interview practice, starting in August and ending in November.
- Strategic Elimination: Careful reflection to narrow down options and avoid FOMO.
- Effective Interview Prep: LLM prompt interview practice proved particularly helpful.
Briefly introduce your internship company and your team
- Company: Google.
- Team: Revenue Strategy and Operations, specifically focused on Small and Medium Business Ads.
Briefly describe your summer project or job description
Developed a framework and model to identify business signals that predicted budget upsell readiness and incremental revenue potential.
Observations about the company
- Company Culture: Data-driven, engineering-led, and collaborative.
- Company Diversity: There are many microcultures within Google, ranging from scrappy startup-like culture (Cloud/Public Sector) to more established divisions (Ads).
Thoughts / reflections on your internship
- Career Impact: Working at the core of a company's revenue generation can be a strategic career move.
- Large Company Dynamics: While large companies may have slower decision-making processes, they can also offer significant opportunities for impact.
- Google Experience: The internship provided a comfortable and supportive environment, but also highlighted the importance of personal alignment with company culture.
Closing thoughts or advice
- Prioritize Personal Goals: Don't solely chase brand names; focus on finding a company that aligns with your values and career aspirations.
- Reality Check: Meeting industry leaders can be both inspiring and humbling, but it's essential to maintain realistic expectations.