Adapt, Pivot, & Persist

Have you recently experienced a layoff, particularly in the government or technology sectors? You’re not alone—and your next opportunity is closer than you think. Adapt, Pivot, & Persist is designed specifically for professionals like you who are navigating career transitions.

By Hanju Lee
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Building Confidence for the Medical School Journey: Inside the 2026 MMI Mock Interview Program

Preparing for medical school requires more than strong academics—it demands the ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and navigate complex, real-time scenarios. That’s exactly what students had the opportunity to practice at this year’s Multi-Mini Interview (MMI) Mock Interview event, …

By Kayla Michael
Kayla Michael
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Celebrating a Year of Growth: Internship Academy End-of-Year Celebration

On Wednesday, April 29, the Life Design Lab community came together to celebrate a year of hard work, connection, and momentum at the Internship Academy End-of-Year Celebration. With food and a strong sense of community, the event marked an important …

By Kayla Michael
Kayla Michael
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Unlocking Opportunity Through Exploration: The Future Fest Research Taste Testing

Written by: Kara Hunter and Rickie Eatherly

At Johns Hopkins University, curiosity isn’t confined to the classroom—it’s a driving force that powers discovery, innovation, and growth. During this year’s Future Fest, we brought that spirit to life with our Research …

By Kara Hunter
Kara Hunter Associate Director of Employer Engagement
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Hopkins Students Take on Global Stage at Oxford’s Map the System Final

This July, The Johns Hopkins University joined educators and innovators from around the globe at the Map the System Global Final 2025, hosted by the University of Oxford. Representing Hopkins were first-year students Akhila Rao and Aditi Singasani, whose project …

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Future Fest, Your Way  

Remember that old Burger King slogan, “Have it your way”? It was all about letting customers customize their meal and feel like they were in charge — no settling, no compromises. At the Life Design Lab, we’re taking a similar approach …

By Ashley A. Culbreath Ph.D
Ashley A. Culbreath Ph.D Sr. Director, Life Design
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How Hopkins’ Employer Partnerships Are Shaping Future Consultants

 At Johns Hopkins University, our students aren’t just preparing for their futures—they’re experiencing them in real time. Through dynamic partnerships with leading consulting firms like Deloitte GPS, Accenture Federal Services, KCIC, diiVe, and Bain, Hopkins students have been able to …

By Jess Harlee
Jess Harlee Director of Employer Relations
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From Benchwork to Belonging: My Summer at Mass General Brigham

By: Mejia Yahaira

This summer, I had the privilege of being mentored by Bryan Kaplan, a Johns Hopkins University alumnus and the lab program manager at a Harvard-affiliated lab within Mass General Brigham. Our primary focus was on conducting histopathological …

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My Summer with the Social Computing Group in Switzerland

By: Jerome Shangold

Introduction

I was incredibly fortunate last summer to have the opportunity to work at Idiap in Martigny, Switzerland. My role consisted in being an intern working as a Junior Fellow in the AI4Media project. Not only did …

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Reflecting on My Internship Practicum: A Journey of Growth and Learning 

Written by: Angela Sadlowski

Introduction 

During Summer 2024, and for 18 months prior, I have had the incredible opportunity to volunteer at the Esperanza Clinic, a free clinic for undocumented immigrants who are a particularly medically vulnerable population in …

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From Shoreline to Soul: Rediscovering Passion Through Marine Conservation in Hawaii

by Kayla Rabey

Introduction 

This summer I had the amazing opportunity to intern with Hawaii Marine Animal Response on the island of Oahu, Hawaii! Working with the organization’s Operations Support Program (OSP) and Field Support & Rescue Program (FSRP), …

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