Spotlight Stories
Aug 21, 2025
The Intersection of Business and Technology
Sourabh Kumar, MS’25, decided to complete his master’s degree in information systems to advance his career and get a better grasp of the business side of the technology industry. Now close to graduating from the program, Kumar has improved upon his understanding of business and the economic value of his engineering work.
Aug 20, 2025
Working With AI in an Ever-Evolving World
Ashutosh Iwale, MS’24, robotics, was inspired to study robotics after learning about the robotic systems NASA sends to Mars. During his master’s program, he has expanded his knowledge in the field and discovered his interest in working with AI in a world where technology is constantly evolving.
Aug 18, 2025
Discovering a Passion for Research
Rania Alshawabkeh, E’25, MS’26, electrical and computer engineering, had the opportunity to be a part of four different research labs during her academic career. With each experience, she was able to expand her research skills and abilities and discover her passion for research.
Aug 18, 2025
Building Leadership Skills in Engineering Management
Yash Shashikant Nikam, MS’25, engineering management, started his career journey in the automotive manufacturing industry. Looking to progress his career in the engineering field, the engineering management program was the perfect opportunity to blend his industry experience with his enthusiasm for leadership and collaboration.
Aug 11, 2025
Developing Projects That Create a Significant Impact
Ujjawal Shrivastava, MS’25, software engineering systems, had multiple years of industry experience before pursuing a master’s degree. His passion for creating projects that make a significant impact, mixed with his ambition for taking on leadership roles, led him to the software engineering systems program.
Aug 01, 2025
Changing Careers via the Information Systems-Bridge Program
Rupesh Rokade, MS’25, information systems-bridge, changed his master’s degree program to open a new world of possibilities in the technology and software industries. Now Rupesh is completing a co-op at Amazon Robotics and continuing to achieve his career ambitions.
Aug 01, 2025
Career Transformation Through Co-op and Classroom Experiences
Rakesh Soni, MS’25, software engineering systems, was able to transform his career through innovative classroom projects and exceptional co-op opportunities.
Aug 01, 2025
Making Meaningful Contributions to the Technology Industry
ManiBharath Bhadragiri, MS’25, cyber-physical systems, has excelled in various, diverse industry roles before coming to Northeastern University. Through these jobs, he realized his passion and enthusiasm for working in programming and control systems and pursued a master’s degree in a program that blended his interests into one.