Learn about America's largest particle accelerator facility and what it takes to keep it running! This session will cover daily operations, troubleshooting challenges, and the teamwork required to fulfill the role of Accelerator Operator. Erin Cook, B.S. Physics, is an Accelerator Operator II at Fermilab, where she supports every area of the lab's mission: to solve the mysteries of matter, energy, space and time for the benefit of all.

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This session is an interactive introduction into wet lab research. You will learn about basic techniques through a short powerpoint presentation and then proceed to conduct a group activity in stations where we work together using science techniques to solve your own puzzles. It is led by Hiba Siddiqui: a cancer researcher, health equity advocate, and founder of the South Asian Heart Health Initiative (SAHHI). As a research technician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School and a passionate STEM mentor and public speaker, Hiba has led national workshops on research, identity, and professional development. She graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in Health Science and minor in Medical Spanish Interpretation.

With more than 20 years of data expertise, Sangeetha Parsan is an expert in designing and implementing data and technology solutions, as well as data integration solutions for B2B organizations. She currently heads a vibrant team of data experts focused on seamlessly integrating businesses onto data platforms, particularly in complex corporate mergers and acquisitions. Sangeetha is driven by a passion for connecting data with business requirements, ensuring that solutions are not only inventive but also practical and user-focused. She has an in-depth comprehension of data's role including harnessing of data for predictive and prescriptive applications that drive informed decisions.
The future of business is data-driven, and success depends on our ability to turn information into meaningful, personalized interactions that resonate with customers. Data professionals are strategic value creators who transform raw information into actionable intelligence. By leveraging advanced technologies, processes, and analytical skills, they help organizations make impactful and profitable decisions. This session covers the three pillars supporting data and the professionals across these pillars.

This session is geared towards understanding the differences between CVs and Resumes, as well as crafting both with three real scenarios. We will discuss structure, formatting, and purpose of each. Answer keys and handout will be provided. It is led by Hiba Siddiqui: a cancer researcher, health equity advocate, and founder of the South Asian Heart Health Initiative (SAHHI). As a research technician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School and a passionate STEM mentor and public speaker, Hiba has led national workshops on research, identity, and professional development. She graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in Health Science and minor in Medical Spanish Interpretation.

This session is about how you can build a powerful career in cybersecurity, from your first steps in high school to becoming a leader in the field. We’ll explore different roles, the skills that matter (spoiler: it’s not just coding), and how to turn your curiosity and passion into a career that protects people and shapes the future.

Reema Ghosh will be facilitating mock interviews for GirlCon 2025. With over 10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Reema brings a wealth of experience in interview skills and resume building. Reema is currently working in the Food and Beverage industry with a degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. In her free time, Reema enjoys trying new restaurants in Chicago and beach days in the summertime.

Hop on board as we turn your resume into a real ticket to your next opportunity. We will walk you through why it’s important to keep it updated, how to start building a network, and we’ll do activities to help you feel more confident putting yourself out there!