Student Career Success Stories

The Heebner Career Development Center at WPI is dedicated to helping students turn their academic experiences into meaningful career opportunities. Every year, WPI students secure internships, co-ops, and full-time positions across a wide range of industries—with support from our advisors, resources, and programs.

This space highlights their journeys. Explore real stories from students who have navigated the career development process, built confidence, and achieved their goals. We invite you to read, learn, and share your own experience to inspire others in the WPI community.

If you are interested in submitting your “Success Story”, click the link below.

From Caracas to Boston: Costanza Di Fino’s Journey to the Energy Industry

For WPI student Costanza Di Fino ’26, moving from Caracas to the United States to study electrical and computer engineering was both an exciting and demanding transition. As she prepares to graduate with a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering …

By Brandon Frencic

From Hands-On Foundations to High-Impact Engineering: Chaz Aguiar ’27

When Chaz Aguiar arrived at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, he already had something many students are still building: real-world technical experience. As a graduate of a vocational-technical high school focused on electronics engineering technology, Chaz developed a strong hands-on foundation early. …

By Brandon Frencic

Victoria Escuer ’26: From WPI Student to Accenture Consultant

When Victoria Escuer arrived at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in August 2022, she had a clear goal: build a strong foundation for her future career. Over the next four years, while pursuing a BS in Industrial Engineering and an MS in …

By Brandon Frencic

Phone: 508-831-5260
Email: cdc@wpi.edu
Website: http://cdc.wpi.edu
Address: Unity Hall - 5th Floor
(27 Boynton Street, Worcester, MA)
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA 01609-2280

Day of the week	Heebner CDC Hours	Drop-in hours (Academic Year Only)
Monday	8:00 am- 4:30 pm	12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Tuesday	8:00 am- 4:30 pm	12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Wednesday	8:00 am- 4:30 pm	12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Thursday	8:00 am- 4:30 pm	12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Friday	8:00 am- 4:30 pm	12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Saturday	Closed	Closed
Sunday	Closed	Closed

Notes:

You may schedule an appointment through your Handshake account (virtual or in person)
During the Summer (day after D term ends - day before A term starts) there will be no drop-ins. Application material review will take place during appointments only