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How to Launch your SWE Career: Tips and Tricks for Landing Internships and Entry-Level Jobs
Breaking into software engineering can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re competing for internships and entry-level roles at top tech companies. In this session, Leland coach Abhi V.—a software engineer at Amazon with experience mentoring aspiring developers—will share practical strategies to help you stand out in the recruiting process. You’ll learn how to strengthen your resume, build projects that showcase your skills, and prepare for technical interviews with confidence. Abhi will also cover tips for networking effectively, leveraging career fairs, and avoiding common mistakes that hold candidates back. Whether you’re a student applying to your first internships or a new grad targeting full-time SWE roles, this session will give you the insights and tools to kickstart your career in tech.
Becoming an AI Product Manager without a technical AI background
Building a career as an AI Product Manager doesn’t require a formal background in AI—you just need the right mindset, strategic tools, and storytelling prowess. In this session, you’ll learn how product leaders transition into AI-focused roles by understanding what separates successful AI PMs from generalists: how to build cross-functional credibility, spot high-impact AI use cases, and weave strategy into technical conversations—even without a machine learning degree. Leading the session is Jiahong X., a Wharton MBA and current Meta product leader steering generative AI in advertising, with prior product roles at Google. Drawing from experience interviewing over 300 candidates and helping 50+ land roles at FAANG and beyond, Jiahong brings real-world frameworks, clarity on how to shift into AI PM roles, and actionable next steps—so you can strategically plan your path and begin making an impact in the AI space.
Landing FAANG PM Roles in 2025: Lessons from My Own Journey
Breaking into product management at FAANG companies is one of the most competitive career moves out there—and the path isn’t always straightforward. In this session, you’ll hear directly from expert coach Jay L., who will share candid lessons from their own journey—what worked, what didn’t, and how they positioned themselves to stand out in a crowded applicant pool. Whether you’re just starting to explore product management or actively preparing for FAANG interviews, this session will give you a realistic look at the process and concrete steps to set yourself up for success in 2025 and beyond.
Military to MBA Panel Oct 2025
In this panel, Alex S., Alec E., and Zack D., veterans who have successfully transitioned from military service to top MBA programs will share their experiences and advice on making the leap. You’ll hear how they translated their leadership and operational skills into compelling applications, built strong narratives, and navigated the unique challenges of the transition. Whether you’re just starting to explore an MBA or actively preparing your applications, this session will give you practical insights, strategies, and inspiration to help you take the next step in your career with confidence.
MBA Interview Series: HBS
The HBS interview is one of the most challenging—and distinctive—parts of the MBA admissions process. In this workshop, Leland coach Geri T., a former HBS Admissions Board member with years of experience evaluating candidates, will break down what makes the HBS interview unique and how you can prepare with confidence. Drawing on her time at HBS and her track record coaching applicants into top MBA programs, Geri will share what the admissions team is really looking for, the kinds of questions you should expect, and strategies to present your experiences authentically while staying structured under pressure. With Round 1 interviews approaching, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to stand out when it matters most.
Breaking into Investment Banking Panel
In this panel, industry experts Jonathan H, Ryan T, and Derek O. will share firsthand insights on what it really takes to land an investment banking role. From networking effectively and building a competitive profile to preparing for technical and behavioral interviews, you’ll hear practical advice to help you navigate one of the most competitive recruiting processes. Whether you’re just starting to explore IB or are deep in the recruiting cycle, this session will give you clear strategies, actionable tips, and answers to your most pressing questions about breaking into Wall Street and beyond.
Building AI Products by Bridging Product and Tech Gaps
Building AI products isn’t just about clever models. It’s about running smarter experiments. In this lightning talk, coach Avinash M. (Ex-Amazon PM leader , Ex-RBC AI PM Leader) shares hard-earned lessons from the product experimentation lifecycle. From structuring experiments to choosing the right metrics, they’ll show how cross-functional teams can avoid common traps and drive real outcomes. Apply proven frameworks to design experiments that produce measurable results Spot and fix experimentation pitfalls using proven frameworks while leveraging prototypes of dashboards to effectively communicate metrics for visualization Balance deep analysis with bias for action, knowing when to dig in or move fast Whether you’re working on AI products or not, mastering experimentation is the path to building market-leading products. This session gives you the playbook to align product and engineering and deliver outcomes that matter.
Your Med School Application Game Plan
Applying to medical school isn’t just about filling out forms—it’s a process that requires months, and often years, of preparation. In this 45-minute workshop, coach Avery W. breaks down exactly when to start and how to stay on track so you’re ready to hit submit with confidence. You’ll learn how to: Plan your MCAT prep timeline to align with your application goals Start and refine your personal statement without rushing at the last minute Strategically ask for recommendation letters and give your writers enough time Craft strong activities descriptions that highlight impact and growth Whether you’re one, two, or even three cycles away from applying, this session will give you a clear roadmap for managing the moving pieces of the primary application and avoiding the common pitfalls of poor planning.
Trends in VC Hiring: What Firms are Looking For
Breaking into venture capital is notoriously challenging—often less about chasing the biggest brand names and more about finding the right fit. In this session, expert coach Natalie L. unpack the latest trends in VC recruiting and share what firms actually value when evaluating candidates. You’ll learn how the hiring landscape is evolving, what skills and experiences stand out today, and how candidates from non-traditional backgrounds can successfully position themselves for roles in venture. We’ll also discuss practical strategies for networking, building credibility, and navigating a process that’s often informal and relationship-driven. Whether you’re actively recruiting or just exploring a career in VC, this session will give you insider insights and actionable advice to sharpen your approach and increase your chances of breaking in.
Master's Application Timeline & Checklist
Never miss a deadline again. Download the essential timeline and checklist used by successful applicants to manage all phases of their graduate school applications.
AMA with Former AI Product at Amazon and RBC
Curious about what it takes to break into AI product management—or how to grow your career in the rapidly evolving world of AI? In this AMA session, you’ll have the chance to hear directly from Avinash M., a Leland coach and former AI Product Lead at the Royal Bank of Canada. Avinash will share his journey leading AI initiatives at scale, what companies are really looking for in AI PMs, and how you can build the skills and experiences that set you apart. He’ll also take your questions on everything from landing interviews to navigating technical conversations as a PM. Whether you’re early in your career or looking to pivot into AI, this is your chance to learn from someone who’s been at the forefront of the field.
Intro to MBA Essay Writing
Translate your narrative into compelling MBA essays that demonstrate clarity of purpose, authenticity, and school fit.
Markers of Great Brands
Discover the core qualities that distinguish great brands and learn how to apply them to your own career brand.
Creating an Elevator Pitch
Develop a clear and engaging elevator pitch that highlights your strengths and captures the interest of potential employers.
Interview Prep Workbook
Use this workbook to organize your interview preparation, practice responses, and build confidence for any interview scenario.
Salary Research Tools
Discover tools and strategies to research salaries, ensuring you enter negotiations informed and confident.
Negotiation Prep Template
Use this template to organize your key talking points, goals, and strategies for a successful negotiation.
Managing MBA Application Stress (Deck)
Learn from the slides of a past event designed to help you think through the honest realities of the process and buckling down of it all, how to keep your health and life in the foreground even with a lot going on, and how to not think of your health like firewood in service of a work product.
Writing a Holistic Set of Booth Essays
Many applicants find a way to write at least one strong essay. But those that really maximize the essay-writing process find a way to make clear how their experiences inform their goals, and develop clear narrative through-lines that make their contributions to the school and program tangible. They have a “brand”. You know what they’re all about. Reference the slides from a past event that draws from example essays written by successful U Chicago Booth admits. These essays were particularly strong in how they spoke to one another—how they created a three-dimensional applicant who top Booth AdComs could envision contributing to their community. Their professional and judiciously placed personal experience offer evidence for why they’re the kind of person who will make their specific kind of difference in the world.
Early Career General Resume Template
This blank Word resume template makes it simple to draft an ATS-friendly resume quickly and cleanly for early career professionals.
