Mech or Tech 🤔 Mechanical Engineering to SWE Intern @ Meta
Learn how this week's mentor went from a mechanical engineer to an SWE @ Meta
Manny Duenas
June 18, 2024
Read time: 3 minutes
Welcome back, Mentee 🐼
Today’s mentor is an engineer at heart who made it into Meta as an SWE intern. But, she hasn’t always been a software engineer, in fact, she started as a mechanical engineer.
Let’s hear her story ⬇️
Today’s Menu
The Tech Breakdown: Meta SWE Internship
Meet Your Tech Mentor: Arinola Mordi
Main Quest: Mechanical Engineering to SWE Intern @ Meta
No Tech Gatekeeping: Arinola’s Recommended Resources
Mentor Connect: Sign up for a chance to chat with Arinola
Instagram Reels: Why intern at a non-profit?
LinkedIn: Networking Tips
THE TECH BREAKDOWN
Meta SWE Internship
Applying for a Meta internship offers students a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative projects that shape the future of social media and virtual reality. Interns at Meta gain valuable experience by collaborating with industry experts, participating in meaningful work that impacts millions of users worldwide, and accessing extensive professional development resources.
Meta SWE Internship Compensation Breakdown:
💰️ Pay: $49.76 per hour (Or $8,625 per month)
🤩 Benefits: $3,900 housing
🌆 Where: New York City, NYC
TECH MENTOR
Meet This Week’s Mentor: Arinola Mordi
Name: Arinola Mordi
University: Howard University
Career Level: Student
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Computer Science
Job Title: Meta SWE Intern
Fun Fact: I like roller skating and cycling
Aspiring: Software Engineer
OPTIMIZED MENTORSHIP
💎 Mentor Advice from Arinola 💎
Pursue Diverse Experiences: Engage in programs that blend different fields to discover new passions and expand your skill set. Arinola found her passion in coding after joining a program that mixed mechanical engineering with computer science.
Leverage Networking: Attend career fairs, informational sessions, and join clubs such as the Google Developer Students Club to build valuable connections and gain industry insights.
Keep it cool: Approach interviews like a conversation rather than an interrogation. You have valuable skills and experiences to offer, so present yourself confidently!
LEVEL UP!
📚️ Arinola’s Recommended Resources
LinkedIn – Arinola’s tip: I find it beneficial to follow individuals on LinkedIn who share valuable insights related to interviews and specific focus areas. This helps me stay informed and learn from their expertise
MENTOR CONNECT
🎉 Shout Out to Aimen our Lucky Reader Who Was Selected to Connect With Mentor Ume Habiba 🎉
Want to connect with this week’s mentor Arinola?
IG REELS
Why Intern at a Non-Profit?
LINKEDIN TIPS
Networking Tips (Intern Edition)
You started your internship, now what? Well, one of the best things you can do is to network with people at the company. Here’s how to do it 👇️
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