ISE Ambassadors

"I’ve wanted to be an ISE engineer since before I even entered high school. My experience with my professors and classmates in the ISE department has been amazing, and I hope to help the people in my community as much as they’ve helped me. I have no hesitation in saying the most interesting field to learn about is Human Factors, and I hope to learn more about it at graduate school."

"Being an ISE is something I’ve always wanted and have always had a passion for, because it allows me to use my skills as an engineer and as a leader to better the systems around me. I love getting to improve my community and the lives of others through innovation and can’t wait to use my time at Virginia Tech as the backbone of my bright future."

"What I love about ISE is the great group of people it has introduced me to, as well as the many different opportunities it has to offer! I am especially interested in Systems Engineering and have done internships in that field with NAVSEA for the past two summers. I am also involved with the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) and the International Council of Systems Engineering (INCOSE) here at VT!"

"ISE interests me because it gives me the tools, skills, and knowledge to innovate, advance, and provide solutions to my community and the world around me! ISE teaches me how to be a strategic, collaborative, and an efficient problem solver that can excel in any field. I have met the best people and have learned the most valuable lessons in ISE that will allow me to leave an impact on and thrive in any work that I do. Other than ISE Ambassadors, I am also in the VT Consulting Group, The Women’s Network, The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers, The Society of Women Engineers, Alpha Omega Epsilon, and Alpha Pi Mu."

“I chose ISE because I love how it incorporates so many disciplines from human factors to operations research while also allowing me to work with people! Outside of ISE ambassadors, you’ll find me involved in Hillel and my sorority."

“I love ISE because it is so broad and has endless possibilities. I interned at Eastman in the summer of 2022 and I'm excited to see what else ISE has to offer!"

“I chose ISE because it enables you to have limitless career options within different industries. I love how it combines engineering and business to see the bigger picture!"

“I love ISE because it teaches how to approach a problem holistically making it incredibly broad and diverse yet still giving the ability to specialize wherever you want! Plus, the ISE community is like no other engineering discipline!"

"My favorite thing about being in ISE is how it's taught me to have a greater appreciation for intersectional concepts and dialogues! I specifically love studying human technological interaction and working with mixed realities involving VR and AI. I really look forward to using my knowledge of the field in order to be a leader and asset within the professional workforce!"

“My love for ISE stems from its unique blend of technical, interpersonal, and leadership skills as well as its systems-based approach. The sense of community in this major is unlike anything I have experienced and I am very excited to help grow that community. I am the current President of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineering (IISE) and the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA)."

“I absolutely love the major especially because parts of psychology and engineering are combined (human factors is amazing!). I am also looking at a career in manufacturing and ISE prepares you for this role. ISE has opened many doors for me such as research opportunities and an internship at GE. Outside of school, I love painting, watching the sunset, watching TV shows, playing volleyball, and volunteering at the animal shelter."

“I love ISE because the possibilities are endless. I continue to apply human factors industrial engineering skills to my undergraduate research at VTTI researching the future implementation of autonomous vehicles. I have applied the communication and organization skills I have learned to by being a TA for Engineering Economy, a CEED mentor, and Vice President of Operations of my sorority Pi Beta Phi. I have also had many professional opportunities including participating in the Disney College Program, interning for UPS as an industrial engineer, interning for Walmart as a product manager, and assisting in running the Margaritaville University ambassador program."

“ISE is cool because it can be integrated in almost any field, which is awesome because I'm very indecisive. I love that ISE can be hands on, full of collaboration, and on the cusp of innovation. I hope to get involved in consulting post college and travel internationally. I work at the Moss Arts Center and I'm in the fraternity Sig Ep."

"I chose ISE because of its wide applicability to different industries I have an interest in, like consulting, engineering management, and systems improvement."

“I enjoy ISE because I like to see the big picture of an entire process. ISE is unique in the way of using a broad perspective approach to solve various problems within a system, and is the perfect crossover of various types of engineering. I love being able to collaborate with others to improve and optimize processes, and hope to follow my interests into an aerospace manufacturing career.”

"Switching to ISE my Sophomore year of college was one of the best decisions I have ever made! ISE gives me the flexibility to pursue a myriad of opportunities while partaking in top-notch curriculum and interacting with supportive faculty. Every single semester, my overall affinity towards ISE grows and I can't wait to see what ISE will allow me to do once graduated. Other activities that I participate in at Virginia Tech are the Consulting Group at Virginia Tech, Student Budget Board, and the Class Systems."

“I chose ISE because it teaches students a framework for solving technical problems, while also considering the impact those solutions have on people, businesses, and the environment. I always look for ways to improve the efficiency and sustainability of decisions, which is why I am interested in Operations Research."

“I chose to go into ISE because of how flexible and broad of a major it is. I chose to study ISE because of its diverse curriculum and many career opportunities. I am also in the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets and Air Force ROTC. My goal is to one day become a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force."

"As soon as I discovered ISE, I found it to be the perfect fit for my vast interests in math, science, and management. I have interned at the Exelaration Center as a software development consultant and Altria as a manufacturing systems engineer. As the current President of Alpha Pi Mu, the ISE honors society, the Webmaster of IISE, and a Dean’s Team Member, I would highly encourage you all to embrace the kind and inspiring group of students and staff that ISE houses."

"I really gravitated to ISE due to it's focus on the logisitics of an engineering process. However, once I joined, I also found that the people in the major were all very welcoming and supportive of one another. I have had opportunities to work in Systems Engineering, recently as an intern at Northrop Grumman, and it's made me appreciate my major even more! Outside of ISE Ambassadors, I am a member of Relay For Life, the College of Engineering Dean's Team, Phi Sigma Kappa, and as a bowling ambassador for Area 9 Special Olympics."

"I chose ISE because it embodies the true meaning of being an engineer, being a problem solver. I wanted a major where I could obtain a variety of skills that would be make me the consummate professional in STEM."

"Senior in ISE where I also serve as an At-Large Senator for the Undergraduate Student Body and my last two internship experiences were at General Motors and L’Oréal!"

"What captivates me in ISE is the ability to intertwine technical skills with skills in leadership in management. Outside of ISE Ambassadors, I am involved in the Student Engineers' Council, the Dean's Team, and the Filipino-American Student Association. This summer, I worked for DocuSign as a Solution Engineering Intern, and I'm hoping to work in the management systems and consulting areas of ISE post-graduation. In my free time I enjoy working out, eating sushi, and learning Tagalog!"