Three years ago, Rukyah Hennessey made the decision to transfer to Stevens. Now, she is poised to graduate with a BE in Chemical Engineering and a ME in Environmental Engineering, and to begin her career as an associate scientist with Schering-Plough.
“I’m really happy I came here,” Rukyah says. “One of the key reasons I transferred was because of Stevens reputation for exceptional placement, and it really paid off.” Rukyah worked with the Office of Career Development and began the interview process at the end of the fall semester. She received her offer early in the spring semester, and will start at Schering-Plough in July, where she will also work towards her Professional Engineering license.
During her time at Stevens, Rukyah was a member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineering (AICE). She also held two internships, the first in environmental consulting and the second in the food industry, which is when she discovered her interest in working in the pharmaceutical industry.
Rukyah says: “Stevens students are still getting interviews – and jobs – despite the current economy. Because I am graduating from Stevens, I was able to secure a great job early in my last semester. I don’t think that would have been achievable elsewhere.”
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