Examining Life beyond Princeton: A Discussion with Nicholas Wu, Class of 2018
In the latest addition to our blog News, we feature an inspiring story about Nick Wu '18, a Princeton alumnus who has recently secured a job as a politics reporter for USA Today. The article is part of the "Plans After Graduation" section and was conducted as part of the Spring Seasonal Series.
Nick's early career experience includes working in media and policy-related fields. He first met Shanon FitzGerald, Social Sciences Correspondent, in a class called American Politics. During his senior year, Nick applied to various fellowships and jobs, eventually deciding to leave his fellowship program early to take the opportunity at USA Today.
Prior to his current role, Nick worked at National Journal, where he was placed through the Atlantic Media Fellowship. His first job after graduation was a significant stepping stone in his career.
In the interview, Nick offers advice to current students, encouraging them to utilise their remaining time at Princeton. He suggests attending free lectures, watching friends' shows, and showing up to movie screenings during their final days at the university. Nick's core message is to not stress too much about jobs and to enjoy their time at Princeton.
The article also mentions an interview with Emma Kaeser '18 and another article about Chris Lu '88's undergraduate research and public service. It concludes by suggesting readers to check out other post-Princeton pathways in the Spring 2019 Seasonal Series.
We hope Nick's story serves as an inspiration for current students, showcasing the diverse opportunities available post-graduation. Congratulations, Nick, on your new role at USA Today!
Nick's advice to current Princeton students includes participating in undergraduate research, as demonstrated by Chris Lu '88's experiences, for education-and-self-development and career-development. His job-search process, which led to him leaving his fellowship early for the opportunity at USA Today, underscores the importance of considering skills-training and networking opportunities, such as the Atlantic Media Fellowship, during the job-search phase.
