Events

Nervous about interviews? Don’t know what to put in a portfolio? We’ve got you. This workshop is designed to help you show up prepared - whether you're walking into a job interview or sending off your portfolio to a recruiter.

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You'll hear directly from Extern alums and professionals who’ve landed roles at top companies. They’ll walk you through how to confidently answer real interview questions, highlight your experience even if you don’t have much yet, and make sure you’re not just saying the right things - but showing them.

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We’ll also cover how to build a simple, professional portfolio using no-code tools. Plus, what to include (even if you're not in a design field), how to format your work, and see examples of portfolios that actually got noticed.

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Remember, you have to show work, to get work!

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Member-only event. Registration details below.

In this hands-on workshop, you'll use Python + AI build a real, working project from scratch. No setup needed, just open Google Colab and go.

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You'll leave with a smart Resume Optimizer that compares your resume to any job description, identifies skill gaps, and generates custom, role-specific resume versions!Perfect for beginners, aspiring job-seekers, and anyone who wants to include a real project in their portfolio.

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Member-only event. Registration details below.

Back by popular demand, we will have breakout rooms led by Extern alums and industry professionals who will give you straight-up advice on:

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- How to flex your externship experience

- What recruiters actually care about and ultimately

- How to boost your chances of landing that dream role

- You’ll even get the chance to have your resume reviewed in real time!

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Whether you're starting from zero or giving your personal brand a glow-up, this is your moment to stand out.

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Member-only event. Registration details below.

What makes one idea stand out from hundreds of others? Join Yucen Xie, Sr. Principal at our partner venture capital firm Energy Innovation Capital, to walk through a real investment decision:

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- Learn how investors identify promising ideas,

- Dig into the company details and financials, and

- Decide whether to move forward.

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You’ll get a practical look at how curiosity, analysis, and judgment come together in early-stage investing.

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Who is this for? Anyone exploring the realms of finance or have a finance interview around the corner.

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Members and +1s welcome! Registration link below.