Allie Hawkes

Bachelor of Business Administration, Double Major in Management and Marketing, 2025

Talent Link Internship: Digital Service Representative, Consumers Credit Union, 2024-2025

Current Position: Member Service Representative in Grand Rapids Market

Being part of Talent Link gave me invaluable opportunities to grow professionally and gain real-world experience, all while continuing my education. It allowed me to deepen my understanding of the business world, build meaningful connections, and develop skills that will benefit me throughout my career.  

Aliesje Knight

Bachelor of Science, Psychology. Minor in General Business

Talent Link Internship: Project Management, Enterprise Portfolio Management Office, Digital Services at Corewell Health, 2024 – 2025. 

Talent Link gave me a sense of community and support during a transformative time in my career journey. As a transfer student trying to find my path, the program offered the hands-on experience and professional exposure I needed. Once I was connected through CLAS advising center and with all their support, I knew it was the right fit. Through this experience, I learned how to navigate uncertainty with curiosity and resilience. Most importantly, I discovered the value I bring in professional spaces where my voice, perspective, and potential can make a real impact.

Robert Wright

Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, 2025

Talent Link Internship:  Data Analytics, Urban League of West Michigan 2025

The Talent Link played a pivotal role in helping me discover my sense of identity and clarify the direction I want to take in my career. Through engaging with mentors, peers, and real-world experiences, I began understanding my strengths, passions, and the impact I want to make professionally. The program also introduced me to a completely new set of skills. The Talent Link gave me an unforgettable experience that shaped who I am today and who I aim to become in the future.

Nicole DeVries

Bachelor of Science, Statistics, 2024

Talent Link Internship: Human Resources, Acrisure, 2023 - 2024

Current Position: Pursuing Master of Applied Statistics at GVSU

Talent Link taught me to work hard and seek out what I want from a situation.

Shane Kenney

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics, 2024

Talent Link Internship: Data Analytics, Amway, 2023 - 2024

Current Position: Senior Demand Planner, Chobani

Talent Link got the ball rolling on my career. The experience and domain-specific knowledge I built during the program helped me write a great resume and gave me interesting things to talk about when interviewing.

Laighla Dorma

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Talent Link Internship: Project Management Technology, & Human Resources DE&I Amway, 2023 - 2024

Talent Link Internship: Project Management Manufacturing, Cascade Engineering, 2024 - 2025

Talent Link helped me to have community help from peers on the job and on campus. I learned career developmental skills that I did not know I had available to me. I had mock interview training, resume, cover letter, and onboarding exposure. It changed me as a young professional.

Jenna Galasso

Bachelor of Arts, Advertising and PR, 2024

Talent Link Internship: Information Technology, Amway, 2023 - 2024

Current Position: Amway Global XS Brand Manager

All of the guest speakers talking about career advice that was relevant to starting out was very useful. So happy LATL connected me with Amway! Great way to get my foot in the door! 

Collin Mendels

Bachelor of Arts, History, 2025

Talent Link Internship: Intellectual Automation, Acrisure, 2023 - 2024

Current Position: Associate Intelligent Automation Developer, Acrisure

I developed strong networking skills and gained valuable preparation for the corporate work environment even before starting my internship. Everyone I've spoken to at Acrisure has great things to say about the students who joined through GVSU's Talent Link program!

Mary Jo Buechler

Bachelor of Business Administration, 2024

Talent Link Internship: Associate Delivery Lead, Michigan Software Labs, 2024

Current Position: Project Manager at Custer, Inc.

Talent Link prepared me for my position through various networking events, exposure to project management in the classroom and professional setting, and taught me soft skills to succeed in the workforce.