Dear Friends and Connections,
I wanted to take a moment to share a recent humbling experience that I went through during my internship search, in the spirit of the "Failure Resumé. I am proud to share that I made it all the way to the final (team-matching) interview for a Ph.D. internship position with Meta London which seemed like a perfect match for my thesis, but unfortunately, I did not get the offer. While it was initially disappointing, I've come to realize that there were valuable lessons to be learned from the experience.
First and foremost, I am grateful for the opportunity to have gone through the interview process. Each step of the way, I was able to learn more about Meta and the position, as well as the interviewing process and some of the expectations I should manage, which will undoubtedly help me in future job/internship searches. The feedback that I received from the hiring team was very helpful and encouraging, and I plan to take it to heart and apply it to my future job applications.
Perhaps most importantly, this experience has taught me the importance of resilience and perseverance, as well as accepting experiences and reactions to them for what they are. It can be easy to become discouraged when you don't get the position you were hoping for, but it's important to remember that each rejection brings you one step closer to a future opportunity that is right for you. It's also important to admit and accept the feelings of disappointment when the rejection email comes, yet also to recognize that no time spent honing one's interview skills is wasted, as a lot of them, whether be it basic algorithm optimization or the art of talking about your self and experiences with a correct balance between self-confidence and humility.
I'm sharing this post to remind everyone that it's okay to experience setbacks in your job search, academic career, and so on. Linkedin is the highlights reel of a person's career, and for the majority of people, one yes only comes after a hundred no's, and fortunately, that is the only one that matters. It's how we respond to setbacks in our lives that makes all the difference. Learning to recognize our experiences as learning opportunities about ourselves and the world about us, and to accept them and our emotions as a quintessential part of the human experience, is what truly matters.
I hope that my experience can serve as a reminder to never give up on your dreams and to always keep pushing forward.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post, and I look forward to continuing to share my professional journey with all of you.
#internship #jobsearch #gratitude #growthmindsetDear Friends and Connections,
I wanted to take a moment to share a recent humbling experience that I went through during my internship search, in the spirit of the "Failure Resumé. I am proud to share that I made it all the way to the final (team-matching) interview for a Ph.D. internship position with Meta London which seemed like
...Read MoreDear Friends and Connections,
I wanted to take a moment to share a recent humbling experience that I went through during my internship search, in the spirit of the "Failure Resumé. I am proud to share that I made it all the way to the final (team-matching) interview for a Ph.D. internship position with Meta London which seemed like a perfect match for my thesis, but unfortunately, I did not get the offer. While it was initially disappointing, I've come to realize that there were valuable lessons to be learned from the experience.
First and foremost, I am grateful for the opportunity to have gone through the interview process. Each step of the way, I was able to learn more about Meta and the position, as well as the interviewing process and some of the expectations I should manage, which will undoubtedly help me in future job/internship searches. The feedback that I received from the hiring team was very helpful and encouraging, and I plan to take it to heart and apply it to my future job applications.
Perhaps most importantly, this experience has taught me the importance of resilience and perseverance, as well as accepting experiences and reactions to them for what they are. It can be easy to become discouraged when you don't get the position you were hoping for, but it's important to remember that each rejection brings you one step closer to a future opportunity that is right for you. It's also important to admit and accept the feelings of disappointment when the rejection email comes, yet also to recognize that no time spent honing one's interview skills is wasted, as a lot of them, whether be it basic algorithm optimization or the art of talking about your self and experiences with a correct balance between self-confidence and humility.
I'm sharing this post to remind everyone that it's okay to experience setbacks in your job search, academic career, and so on. Linkedin is the highlights reel of a person's career, and for the majority of people, one yes only comes after a hundred no's, and fortunately, that is the only one that matters. It's how we respond to setbacks in our lives that makes all the difference. Learning to recognize our experiences as learning opportunities about ourselves and the world about us, and to accept them and our emotions as a quintessential part of the human experience, is what truly matters.
I hope that my experience can serve as a reminder to never give up on your dreams and to always keep pushing forward.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post, and I look forward to continuing to share my professional journey with all of you.
#internship #jobsearch #gratitude #growthmindsetRead MoreDear Friends and Connections,
I wanted to take a moment to share a recent humbling experience that I went through during my internship search, in the spirit of the "Failure Resumé. I am proud to share that I made it all the way to the final (team-matching) interview for a Ph.D. internship position with Meta London which seemed like a perfect match for my thesis, but unfortunately, I did not get the offer. While it was initially disappointing, I've come to realize that there were valuable lessons to be learned from the experience.
First and foremost, I am grateful for the opportunity to have gone through the interview process. Each step of the way, I was able to learn more about Meta and the position, as well as the interviewing process and some of the expectations I should manage, which will undoubtedly help me in future job/internship searches. The feedback that I received from the hiring team was very helpful and encouraging, and I plan to take it to heart and apply it to my future job applications.
Perhaps most importantly, this experience has taught me the importance of resilience and perseverance, as well as accepting experiences and reactions to them for what they are. It can be easy to become discouraged when you don't get the position you were hoping for, but it's important to remember that each rejection brings you one step closer to a future opportunity that is right for you. It's also important to admit and accept the feelings of disappointment when the rejection email comes, yet also to recognize that no time spent honing one's interview skills is wasted, as a lot of them, whether be it basic algorithm optimization or the art of talking about your self and experiences with a correct balance between self-confidence and humility.
I'm sharing this post to remind everyone that it's okay to experience setbacks in your job search, academic career, and so on. Linkedin is the highlights reel of a person's career, and for the majority of people, one yes only comes after a hundred no's, and fortunately, that is the only one that matters. It's how we respond to setbacks in our lives that makes all the difference. Learning to recognize our experiences as learning opportunities about ourselves and the world about us, and to accept them and our emotions as a quintessential part of the human experience, is what truly matters.
I hope that my experience can serve as a reminder to never give up on your dreams and to always keep pushing forward.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post, and I look forward to continuing to share my professional journey with all of you.
#internship #jobsearch #gratitude #growthmindset
Super happy and thankful for this opportunity! It's been one of the most productive and most fun summers of my life! The cherry on top in this experience was all the fun (official and unofficial) intern events that I've had the pleasure of going to! It ranged from casual events like hikes, running into each other in downtown Seattle, Top Golf, and Puzzle Day competition, to the super fancy ones like the Reserved seating concerts for John Legend and Harry Connick Jr.
But what really made this summer even more unforgettable is all the amazing Microsoft interns and FTEs I've met! It's been a pleasure talking, working, hiking, eating out and dancing with y'all! I want to give a special shoutout to the amazing team at Gray Systems Lab, which helped make my internship a success, especially my mentor Jordan Henkel, whom I'd like to thank for this wonderful opportunity and his unwavering guidance and support ❤️
PS: Last picture shows my pets! It's the only slide I can share from my final presentation without breaking my NDA 😂
Super happy and thankful for this opportunity! It's been one of the most productive and most fun summers of my life! The cherry on top in this experience was all the fun (official and unofficial) intern events that I've had the pleasure of going to! It ranged from casual events like hikes, running into...Read More
Super happy and thankful for this opportunity! It's been one of the most productive and most fun summers of my life! The cherry on top in this experience was all the fun (official and unofficial) intern events that I've had the pleasure of going to! It ranged from casual events like hikes, running into each other in downtown Seattle, Top Golf, and Puzzle Day competition, to the super fancy ones like the Reserved seating concerts for John Legend and Harry Connick Jr.
But what really made this summer even more unforgettable is all the amazing Microsoft interns and FTEs I've met! It's been a pleasure talking, working, hiking, eating out and dancing with y'all! I want to give a special shoutout to the amazing team at Gray Systems Lab, which helped make my internship a success, especially my mentor Jordan Henkel, whom I'd like to thank for this wonderful opportunity and his unwavering guidance and support ❤️
PS: Last picture shows my pets! It's the only slide I can share from my final presentation without breaking my NDA 😂
These conferences were great learning and growth opportunities where I got to see and discuss all the novel and exciting progress in the world of GenAI.
Unfortunately, due to time constraints our project demo got bumped to the next townhall which I will not be there for, but I'm still super happy and proud that out project was selected for this! I am so thankful for having Dr. Jordan Henkel as my mentor, without whom this project wouldn't be a reality!
These conferences were great learning and growth opportunities where I got to see and discuss all the novel and exciting progress in the world of GenAI....Read More
These conferences were great learning and growth opportunities where I got to see and discuss all the novel and exciting progress in the world of GenAI.
Unfortunately, due to time constraints our project demo got bumped to the next townhall which I will not be there for, but I'm still super happy and proud that out project was selected for this! I am so thankful for having Dr. Jordan Henkel as my mentor, without whom this project wouldn't be a reality!
First on the list was the D&I panel, where I had the honor of serving as a panelist. I really enjoyed discussing with fellow panelists ways to foster inclusivity and equity in the workplace for individuals from various backgrounds.
Aaaaand I received an Xbox as a token of appreciation for volunteering on the panel! It was a great surprise that me even happier about participating in this rewarding experience!
First on the list was the D&I panel, where I had the honor of serving as a panelist. I really enjoyed discussing with fellow panelists ways to foster inclusivity and equity in the workplace for individuals from various backgrounds....Read More
First on the list was the D&I panel, where I had the honor of serving as a panelist. I really enjoyed discussing with fellow panelists ways to foster inclusivity and equity in the workplace for individuals from various backgrounds.
Aaaaand I received an Xbox as a token of appreciation for volunteering on the panel! It was a great surprise that me even happier about participating in this rewarding experience!
It still feels surreal to be here, especially as a research intern ( never in the wildest dreams of my 5-years-ago self did I think I would land an internship at Microsoft). I am incredibly thankful for the support and guidance of my advisor Dr. Foyzul Hassan and my manager Dr. Jordan Henkel, that has allowed me to pursue this position. I am also immensely thankful for the unwavering support and faith that both my Tunisian and Detroiter families have given me.
Pictured: My office at MS, along with the view, an interns social event at Top Golf, a 5-hour hike at Lake Anette Trail with fellow interns/new friends.
It still feels surreal to be here, especially as a research intern ( never in the wildest dreams of my 5-years-ago self did I think I would land an internship at Microsoft). I am incredibly thankful for the support and guidance of my advisor Dr....Read More
It still feels surreal to be here, especially as a research intern ( never in the wildest dreams of my 5-years-ago self did I think I would land an internship at Microsoft). I am incredibly thankful for the support and guidance of my advisor Dr. Foyzul Hassan and my manager Dr. Jordan Henkel, that has allowed me to pursue this position. I am also immensely thankful for the unwavering support and faith that both my Tunisian and Detroiter families have given me.
Pictured: My office at MS, along with the view, an interns social event at Top Golf, a 5-hour hike at Lake Anette Trail with fellow interns/new friends.
I am happy to share that I was awarded the CIS Ph.D. Honor Scholar Award! Grateful for this recognition of the work I've done and continue to do under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Foyzul Hassan, and for his continued support.
The icing on the cake is this is one of the few times a year a non-Tunisian in the US pronounces my name right (video in comments) 😅😂.
I am happy to share that I was awarded the CIS Ph.D. Honor Scholar Award! Grateful for this recognition of the work I've done and continue to do under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Foyzul Hassan...Read More
I am happy to share that I was awarded the CIS Ph.D. Honor Scholar Award! Grateful for this recognition of the work I've done and continue to do under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Foyzul Hassan, and for his continued support.
The icing on the cake is this is one of the few times a year a non-Tunisian in the US pronounces my name right (video in comments) 😅😂.
Obviously, I wouldn’t be here without my family, and I’m immensely proud of what my parents, grandparents and their ancestors have overcome for me to be here.
Obviously, I wouldn’t be here without my family, and I’m immensely proud of what my parents, grandparents and their ancestors have overcome for me to be here....Read More
Obviously, I wouldn’t be here without my family, and I’m immensely proud of what my parents, grandparents and their ancestors have overcome for me to be here.
I am thankful for this opportunity and for the mentors I had during it.
I am thankful for this opportunity and for the mentors I had during it....Read More
I am thankful for this opportunity and for the mentors I had during it.
I am happy to share that I have been working with Microsoft for a couple of months as part of an ongoing research collaboration on LLMs with the Gray Systems Lab and that I have been selected for a Research Internship at Microsoft for the upcoming summer!
The research collaboration has already proven to be a great learning and growth experience, and I am thrilled about growing my skills even further as part of the internship at Microsoft!
I feel especially honored to have been selected for both positions and especially thankful for Dr. Henkel's recommendation and great collaboration experience, along with Dr. Hassan's ongoing mentorship and support. I would also like to thank Chaima Abid, Ph.D., and Chetan Bansal for encouraging me to pursue the opportunities and for recommending me as well.
If you are or know anyone based in Seattle or Redmond, WA, please let me know, looking forward to making new friends and connections!
I am happy to share that I have been working with Microsoft for a couple of months as part of an ongoing research collaboration on LLMs with the Gray Systems Lab and that I have been selected for a Research Internship at Microsoft for the upcoming summer!
The research collaboration has already proven to be a great learning and growth experience, and I am thrilled about growing my skills even further as part of the internship at Microsoft!...Read More
I am happy to share that I have been working with Microsoft for a couple of months as part of an ongoing research collaboration on LLMs with the Gray Systems Lab and that I have been selected for a Research Internship at Microsoft for the upcoming summer!
The research collaboration has already proven to be a great learning and growth experience, and I am thrilled about growing my skills even further as part of the internship at Microsoft!
I feel especially honored to have been selected for both positions and especially thankful for Dr. Henkel's recommendation and great collaboration experience, along with Dr. Hassan's ongoing mentorship and support. I would also like to thank Chaima Abid, Ph.D., and Chetan Bansal for encouraging me to pursue the opportunities and for recommending me as well.
If you are or know anyone based in Seattle or Redmond, WA, please let me know, looking forward to making new friends and connections!
Otherwise, I can't believe the finish line is finally in sight! I couldn't have done it without the guidance of my advisor Foyzul Hassan, and all the wonderful collaborators I had the honor of working with, along with the support of my family and loved ones.
#PhD #Proposal #research
Otherwise, I can't believe the finish line is finally in sight! I couldn't have done it without the guidance of my advisor Foyzul Hassan, and all the wonderful collaborators I had the honor of working with, along with the support of my family and loved ones.
#PhD #Proposal #research
I am especially thankful to the NSF grant that allowed me to attend this conference, and all the wonderful colleagues I’ve met during this conference, you really make this the best community and my favorite conference!
I am especially thankful to the NSF grant that allowed me to attend this conference, and all the wonderful colleagues I’ve met during this conference, you really make this the best community and my favorite conference!...Read More
I am especially thankful to the NSF grant that allowed me to attend this conference, and all the wonderful colleagues I’ve met during this conference, you really make this the best community and my favorite conference!
Elevate your academic journey and connect with like-minded peers by joining the Doctoral Student Association (DSA), a new student organization formed specifically for CECS doctoral students! Discover invaluable support, networking, and resources curated for your doctoral journey.
Ready to make the most of your doctoral experience? Fill out the membership form ( https://lnkd.in/g-kFcRCF ) to get involved!
Elevate your academic journey and connect with like-minded peers by joining the Doctoral Student Association (DSA), a new student organization formed specifically for CECS doctoral students! Discover invaluable support, networking, and resources curated for your doctoral journey....Read More
Elevate your academic journey and connect with like-minded peers by joining the Doctoral Student Association (DSA), a new student organization formed specifically for CECS doctoral students! Discover invaluable support, networking, and resources curated for your doctoral journey.
Ready to make the most of your doctoral experience? Fill out the membership form ( https://lnkd.in/g-kFcRCF ) to get involved!
#GoBlue
#GoBlue
#openlabday #openlabday23 #opendaydayuofmdearborn
#openlabday #openlabday23 #opendaydayuofmdearborn...Read More
#openlabday #openlabday23 #opendaydayuofmdearborn
A special thank you to my advisor Dr. Foyzul Hassan and Dr. Marouane Kessentini for their assistance and hard work on this paper.
A special thank you to my advisor Dr. Foyzul Hassan and Dr. Marouane Kessentini for their assistance and hard work on this paper.
I’m also currently a student volunteer at ISSTA, and was awarded a SIGSoft Travel award and an EXP+ award from the University of Michigan- Dearborn.
I’m also currently a student volunteer at ISSTA, and was awarded a SIGSoft Travel award and an EXP+ award from the University of Michigan- Dearborn.
A funny and informative read
A funny and informative read
I wanted to take a moment to share a recent humbling experience that I went through during my internship search, in the spirit of the "Failure Resumé. I am proud to share that I made it all the way to the final (team-matching) interview for a Ph.D. internship position with Meta London which seemed like a perfect match for my thesis, but unfortunately, I did not get the offer. While it was initially disappointing, I've come to realize that there were valuable lessons to be learned from the experience.
First and foremost, I am grateful for the opportunity to have gone through the interview process. Each step of the way, I was able to learn more about Meta and the position, as well as the interviewing process and some of the expectations I should manage, which will undoubtedly help me in future job/internship searches. The feedback that I received from the hiring team was very helpful and encouraging, and I plan to take it to heart and apply it to my future job applications.
Perhaps most importantly, this experience has taught me the importance of resilience and perseverance, as well as accepting experiences and reactions to them for what they are. It can be easy to become discouraged when you don't get the position you were hoping for, but it's important to remember that each rejection brings you one step closer to a future opportunity that is right for you. It's also important to admit and accept the feelings of disappointment when the rejection email comes, yet also to recognize that no time spent honing one's interview skills is wasted, as a lot of them, whether be it basic algorithm optimization or the art of talking about your self and experiences with a correct balance between self-confidence and humility.
I'm sharing this post to remind everyone that it's okay to experience setbacks in your job search, academic career, and so on. Linkedin is the highlights reel of a person's career, and for the majority of people, one yes only comes after a hundred no's, and fortunately, that is the only one that matters. It's how we respond to setbacks in our lives that makes all the difference. Learning to recognize our experiences as learning opportunities about ourselves and the world about us, and to accept them and our emotions as a quintessential part of the human experience, is what truly matters.
I hope that my experience can serve as a reminder to never give up on your dreams and to always keep pushing forward.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post, and I look forward to continuing to share my professional journey with all of you.
#internship #jobsearch #gratitude #growthmindset
I wanted to take a moment to share a recent humbling experience that I went through during my internship search, in the spirit of the "Failure Resumé. I am proud to share that I made it all the way to the final (team-matching) interview for a Ph.D. internship position with Meta London which seemed like...Read More
I wanted to take a moment to share a recent humbling experience that I went through during my internship search, in the spirit of the "Failure Resumé. I am proud to share that I made it all the way to the final (team-matching) interview for a Ph.D. internship position with Meta London which seemed like a perfect match for my thesis, but unfortunately, I did not get the offer. While it was initially disappointing, I've come to realize that there were valuable lessons to be learned from the experience.
First and foremost, I am grateful for the opportunity to have gone through the interview process. Each step of the way, I was able to learn more about Meta and the position, as well as the interviewing process and some of the expectations I should manage, which will undoubtedly help me in future job/internship searches. The feedback that I received from the hiring team was very helpful and encouraging, and I plan to take it to heart and apply it to my future job applications.
Perhaps most importantly, this experience has taught me the importance of resilience and perseverance, as well as accepting experiences and reactions to them for what they are. It can be easy to become discouraged when you don't get the position you were hoping for, but it's important to remember that each rejection brings you one step closer to a future opportunity that is right for you. It's also important to admit and accept the feelings of disappointment when the rejection email comes, yet also to recognize that no time spent honing one's interview skills is wasted, as a lot of them, whether be it basic algorithm optimization or the art of talking about your self and experiences with a correct balance between self-confidence and humility.
I'm sharing this post to remind everyone that it's okay to experience setbacks in your job search, academic career, and so on. Linkedin is the highlights reel of a person's career, and for the majority of people, one yes only comes after a hundred no's, and fortunately, that is the only one that matters. It's how we respond to setbacks in our lives that makes all the difference. Learning to recognize our experiences as learning opportunities about ourselves and the world about us, and to accept them and our emotions as a quintessential part of the human experience, is what truly matters.
I hope that my experience can serve as a reminder to never give up on your dreams and to always keep pushing forward.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post, and I look forward to continuing to share my professional journey with all of you.
#internship #jobsearch #gratitude #growthmindset