MSU CRA

Meet , a former external VP of and our latest feature for ! ✨💡📸

Q: When did you graduate and do you have a job currently? If so, what is your title/role?
A: I graduated the spring of 2019. I am currently an Allocation Analyst for Marshalls at The TJX Companies in Boston, MA! In this role I am responsible for making sure the right product is sent to the right stores at the right time.

Q: How did being apart of CRA influence the direction of your career path? Do you believe your experience (in CRA) gave you an edge in the retail industry?
A: CRA heavily helped me land my role and gave me the exposure to be successful in the retail industry. The connections I made during my time in CRA are still beneficial today. I landed my job at TJX through on campus recruiting and partnership with CRA.

Q: What do you believe was the number one benefit of being apart of a student organization at MSU?
A: I believe the number one benefit of being apart of a student organization at MSU was the relationship I built through attending meetings as well as company trips. I still talk to my friends made through CRA daily as we grow throughout our careers.

Meet @caitlindubay_ , a former external VP of @msucra and our latest feature for #SundaySpotlight! ✨💡📸 Q: When did you graduate and do you have a job currently? If so, what is your title/role? A: I graduated the spring of 2019. I am currently an Allocation Analyst for Marshalls at The TJX Companies in Boston, MA! In this role I am responsible for making sure the right product is sent to the right stores at the right time. Q: How did being apart of CRA influence the direction of your career path? Do you believe your experience (in CRA) gave you an edge in the retail industry? A: CRA heavily helped me land my role and gave me the exposure to be successful in the retail industry. The connections I made during my time in CRA are still beneficial today. I landed my job at TJX through on campus recruiting and partnership with CRA. Q: What do you believe was the number one benefit of being apart of a student organization at MSU? A: I believe the number one benefit of being apart of a student organization at MSU was the relationship I built through attending meetings as well as company trips. I still talk to my friends made through CRA daily as we grow throughout our careers. #msucra #msualum #michiganstate #retail #retailindustry

There’s still time to make sure your voice will be heard this coming election! See the upcoming deadlines below, and !
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MI Voter Registration Deadlines:
Online: Oct. 19
By mail: Postmarked by Oct. 19
In person: Nov. 3

There’s still time to make sure your voice will be heard this coming election! See the upcoming deadlines below, and #govote! 🇺🇸 MI Voter Registration Deadlines: Online: Oct. 19 By mail: Postmarked by Oct. 19 In person: Nov. 3 #msucra #itsyourvoiceitsyourvote #election2020

Meet one of ‘s Co-founder’s, for this week’s ! Colleena Peng, co-founded in 2016, to create Michigan State’s only student retail organization! ✨

Q: How did you come up with the idea to create CRA?
A: Maddy and I have always loved the retail industry. We noticed a gap in retail presence at MSU so we started a organization to help connect students and top retailers around the country.

Q: How did CRA help you in preparing for a career, and do you think it gave you an edge in helping you stand out in the application process?
A: Absolutely! CRA’s resume reviews and mock interview opportunities gave me ample leverage during the application process. Being involved in CRA’s executive board helped me stand out with recruiters and offered first-hand exposure to leading retail companies.

Q: What is your current position today, and is there one lesson from CRA that you still use today?
A: I’m currently a Buyer/Planner at SpaceX. CRA helped me understand the importance of building/maintaining relationships and leveraging your network!

Meet one of @msucra ‘s Co-founder’s, for this week’s #SundaySpotlight! @ColleenaPeng, co-founded @msucra in 2016, to create Michigan State’s only student retail organization! ✨ Q: How did you come up with the idea to create CRA? A: Maddy and I have always loved the retail industry. We noticed a gap in retail presence at MSU so we started a organization to help connect students and top retailers around the country. Q: How did CRA help you in preparing for a career, and do you think it gave you an edge in helping you stand out in the application process? A: Absolutely! CRA’s resume reviews and mock interview opportunities gave me ample leverage during the application process. Being involved in CRA’s executive board helped me stand out with recruiters and offered first-hand exposure to leading retail companies. Q: What is your current position today, and is there one lesson from CRA that you still use today? A: I’m currently a Buyer/Planner at SpaceX. CRA helped me understand the importance of building/maintaining relationships and leveraging your network! #msucra #msualum #retailindustry #thisisretail