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Mark Vega — Mentor profile, Title: Senior Technical Program Manager | Global Workplace Experiences, Company: Microsoft, Industry: Software Technology | Artificial Intelligence (AI), Mentor Type: Albers

Job Title: Senior Technical Program Manager | Global Workplace Experiences
Company: Microsoft
Industry: Software Technology | Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Mentor Since: Fall 2020
Will Mentor: Undergraduate Students
Mentor Type: Albers

Background

Job Description

Bringing best-in-class workplace employee experiences to thousands of employees at Microsoft! As a Technical Program Manager, I bridge the gap between business and engineering teams to drive business outcomes that deliver exceptional employee experiences while balancing operational efficiencies. The best part of my job is working with smart people who have a passion for AI and quality of life at work!

Company Description

Microsoft is an American multinational technology corporation that develops and sells software, hardware, cloud services, gaming devices and more. Some of its best-known products are Windows, Microsoft Office, Xbox, Azure and Edge

Employment History

Technical Program Manager and Product Manager across multiple companies and disciplines.

Education

B.A Economics from Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­

Mentoring Objectives & Scope

My objective is to help students identify what their passions are and how to find ways to pursue those passions in a professional setting. I like to work 1:1 with students AND also in a group setting to share ideas. I am here to help answer questions, review resumes, conduct mock interviews, and bounce ideas on how to start or grow in your professional career!

As a mentor, I can support students in the following: 

- Resume review, interview prep, LinkedIn branding
- Career exploration, matching interests and talents with professions and industries
- Student transition from college to first professional role
- Building technical or subject matter expertise (hard skills)
- Improved communication and interpersonal skills
- Development of leadership skills, confidence, and executive presence
- Expanding a network, building connection, navigating an organization
- Helping entrepreneurial students define a business or product and business plan
- Career Pivot - transition to new role, career, and industry

When and where do you hold meetings with your students?

Hybrid (mix of in-person and virtual). Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­, NE Seattle area near University Village, or Redmond near Microsoft campus. May be able meet at SU a few times.

Additional Information

I know how difficult it can be to navigate career waters, especially if you are unsure of your path and/or not sure where to seek help. For my own experience, I am jack of all trades and have carved a career out of this "generalist" persona where I'm never bored, and always looking to solve the big problems! I look forward to helping you in your journey to success!