Benjamin Joyce Chosen for Unique Torero Trek Program

2018 Mar 15

Benjamin Joyce, of Hampshire, IL (60140), who is majoring in Biochemistry at the University of San Diego, recently participated in the USD Career Development Center's signature Torero Trek program. Torero Treks are opportunities for USD undergraduate students to engage in career exploration by visiting leading companies across the nation.

The Biotech Torero Trek program on March 9, gave Benjamin and other students the opportunity to network with employers and a few Torero alumni at Tandem Diabetes Care, Sanford Burnham Prebys, and the Salk Institute.

"Our Torero Trek program provides current undergraduate students with exceptional opportunities to connect with industry professionals," said Robin Darmon, director of USD's Career Development Center. "We also ensure participants meet Torero alumni within the organization who are able to share their experiences with the students. Our alumni serve as invaluable resources for current students looking to start their careers," added Darmon.

According to Benjamin, the "Torero Trek gave me the opportunity to meet with employers, explore organizations 'behind-the-scenes', and ask questions about possible career options."

Darmon added, "Through the Torero Trek program, students like First Name are able to visit excellent companies, both near and far, and meet with alumni to expand their vision of what careers can look like post-USD. Torero Treks are one of the best ways to experience potential career paths and create new in-roads into a wonderful array of companies."