Student Staff

Hi! I am Jakia, a sophomore at Amherst College studying Physics, Astronomy and Computer Science. I am an international student – born and raised in Bangladesh. I am passionate about research in Physics and Astronomy. I am excited to share my experience, resources and challenges of navigating a research career in these fields from the perspective of an international student.

In summer 2024, I worked at Fermilab as a research assistant, where I performed computational analysis to optimize the parameters of a theoretical model of dark matter particles and its detection techniques at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC). I also worked in the Ion trap lab with professor Hanneke, where I designed a fine-voltage regulator device for precise laser control, enhancing the sensitivity of the experiment. Additionally, I served as a TA, peer tutor and grader for PHYS-125 (Oscillations and Waves), PHYS-117 (Electromagnetism) and MATH-271 (Linear Algebra) at Amherst College. Outside the classroom, I love playing badminton. I am the communication chair of the South Asian Student Association. I am also an active member of the Quant club.

As a Peer Career Advisor at Loeb Career Center, I’m eager to share my insights, resources, and help my peers in their career and academic journeys. Whether you’re seeking advice on your resume, finding internships or just navigating college life, I’m here to assist! Don’t hesitate to reach out to me via email or connect with me on LinkedIn.

Hi Everyone! My name is Brianne LaBare, and I am a senior originally from Orlando, Florida majoring in LJST and English.

During my time at Amherst, I’ve undertaken a variety of roles on campus. I have worked with the former Student Activities Department as a Project Manager and have since transitioned into my current position as a Peer Career Advisor. Additionally, I’ve been actively involved in campus publications since my first semester at Amherst, contributing to The Amherst Student as a Managing Design Editor and previously was the editor-in-chief of the Olio for the past two years.

Being a first-generation, low-income student has made me keenly aware of the challenges and disadvantages that many students like myself encounter when seeking essential career resources. Nevertheless, I view this unique perspective as an opportunity to serve as a guiding beacon for those navigating the complexities of forging their own career paths.

With this in mind, I eagerly anticipate assisting students from all corners of the campus on their career journeys. Whether you’re starting your resume from scratch or need to incorporate your most recent internship or job experience, I’m here to lend a helping hand!

Hello! I’m Dhyey Mavani, a Computer Science, Math (Honors), and Statistics (Honors) triple-major at Amherst College. I’m passionate about quantitative research, and software engineering. My academic journey has led me to take a diverse set of challenging graduate & applied courses at Columbia University & AIT Budapest during my study abroad experiences in spring 2023 & 2024 respectively.

In summer 2024, I interned at LinkedIn, where I engineered AI/ML models & low-latency inference engine, saving ~ $ 1M in hardware costs. On the other hand, in summer 2023, I interned with Amazon Web Services as one of the only few sophomores. Additionally, I’ve served as a Lead TA & Grader for Amherst College’s CS, Economics, and Math Departments and conducted research with the Amherst Data* Mammoths, ACNLP, and Statistics IDEAS lab. I was actively involved in quantitative research industry programs at leading firms such as Jane Street, Citadel Securities, and Google Research.

Outside the classroom and workspace, I’m an avid badminton player, and I also have a passion for archery, having earned multiple badges in USA Archery. Moreover, as a math-lete, I enjoy competitive mathematics and problem solving!

As a Peer Career Advisor at Loeb center, I’m excited to share my experiences, insights, and help guide fellow students in their career, academic & personal journeys. Whether you’re seeking advice on quantitative finance, software engineering, or just navigating college life, I’m here to help! Don’t hesitate to reach out to me via email or connect with me on LinkedIn!

Hello! My name is Ethan Neuschwander, and I’m a senior from Goshen, Indiana, majoring in Spanish on a pre-law track. 

Aside from my work as a PCA, which I began last spring, here on campus, I’m currently a research assistant for the Spanish department, a Managing News Editor for The Student, and the co-president of the a cappella group TI. Over the broader course of my time at Amherst, among other things, I’ve also worked on campus as a Schupf Fellow and DEI fellow, and, off campus, as an intern for the Chilean Center for Conflict Studies and Social Cohesion in Santiago, Chile, and for the American Bar Association’s Immigration Justice Project in San Diego, California. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, reading detective novels, and making music with my friends.

As a FLI student who has experienced first-hand the difficulties of managing career exploration and development while juggling academics, work, and extracurriculars, I’m excited to help students from all backgrounds navigate their career search process. Whether you’re a freshman thinking about crafting your first resume, or an upperclassman looking to polish a cover letter for a job application, I’m here to help!

Hello everybody! My name is Lu Quinones, and I am originally from Glenwood Springs, Colorado. I am double majoring in history and political science and completing the international relations certificate. 

I am involved in The Women’s Network as vice president here on campus. We have been working to reopen the chapter. I am also a leader in ACF and help run different events throughout the year. I love music, so I enjoy playing the guitar, playing the piano, and singing opera in my free time. 

I have grown to love my Amherst College community throughout my years as a student. I have had the opportunity to explore different interests in these past few years. I was able to attend the Washington D.C. Government And Nonprofits Trek as a sophomore, which allowed me to seek many different career paths and expand my horizons. I also completed a one-year internship with the Colorado Hispanic Bar Association, where I was able to learn more about the legal arena in the state of Colorado. During the summer of 2024, I decided to become trilingual, attending an immersive program at Middlebury Portuguese School. Therefore, my experiences at Amherst College have led me to find my different interests and given me the tools to pursue them.

As a PCA, I want to give back to this welcoming community that has given me so much for the past few years. As a student, I didn’t always know what I wanted to do, but with the help of my peers and advisors, I have been able to find my interests. I hope that with this position, I can help other students with the knowledge I have gained throughout my time here. It doesn’t matter how far along you are in the process of creating your resume, because I will always be open to help!

Hi! I’m Anna Koh, a senior majoring in mathematics and French. At Amherst, I am a founding member of i2i (ideas to innovation), Founder of Koh-Ed, member of the women’s club crew team and on the club volleyball team.

I am passionate about entrepreneurship and aspire to work in a start-up or VC environment.  My interests in various industries have led me to intern for an astrobiology lab, a medical research foundation, a fine wine importing company, and a family-owned VC firm.

As the Consulting Intern, I am a resource for students at any stage in their consulting journey including learning more about the industry, networking and building resumes, and preparing for both behavioral and case interviews. While recruiting can seem intimidating at first, I (and the rest of the Loeb Center!) am here to support you! Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Hi! I’m Matt Toporowski, a senior majoring in Economics and Psychology. I’m excited to join the Traub Careers in Business & Finance team as the finance intern for the 2024-2025 academic year. At Amherst, I’m part of the Investment Club and Men’s Ice Hockey team.

After high school, I was an amateur athlete playing ice hockey for two years in Ontario, Canada while taking courses part-time online at Concordia University.  My freshman summer, I was a bus boy for a Burger Bar in Canada.  Pivoting towards finance in my sophomore year, the Careers in Business & Finance program helped me explore and prepare for a summer internship at the Amherst College Investment Office.  The programs were instrumental for the early recruiting and applying for junior summer internship opportunities. This summer, I interned at Evercore as an investment banking summer analyst where I will be returning as an Analyst upon graduation.

As the finance intern, I am excited to be a resource for students looking to explore the opportunities in the finance industry regardless of experience or familiarity. Whether you’re just curious about the industry or actively preparing for interviews, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Hi! My name is Luana Espinoza, and I’m a junior from Newton, MA, majoring in Chemistry and Mathematics.

At Amherst, I’m involved in research with the Chemistry department on energy transfer using quantum dots for different applications. Since freshman year, I’ve been involved in research with the Spanish/LLAS department on community filmmaking in Latin America. On campus I’m a member of La Causa, La Fe, and Questbridge. Last semester, I attended the American Educational Research Association’s international conference in Philadelphia. This summer I had the pleasure of doing a research internship at UPenn in the Mechanical/Chemical Engineering department.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time in nature, baking, watching Netflix, and getting boba with friends.

As a first-gen student, the Loeb Center has been an essential guide in my college journey. As an Education Professions Intern for the 2024-25 academic year, I’m excited to help you explore various education-related resources the Loeb Center has to offer! Whether you’re looking for internships, post-grad opportunities, upcoming events or resources related to your interests in teaching, school leadership, education research, STEM/STEAM enrichment programs, curriculum design, etc., feel free to reach out!

Hi everyone! My name is Daphne Theiler. I am a junior from Sharon, Massachusetts, double majoring in Music and Education Studies.

I am a member of the Amherst Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field team. When I am not running, you can often find me in the music building or the science center, as I am a member of the Glee Club and Concert Choir while co-leading the Mammoth MakerLab Club. For the past two years, I have been a member of the Education Professions group and enjoy having meaningful discussions and workshops with my peers. In my free time, I also love hiking, biking, reading, and spending time with my family and friends.

I am excited to begin my work as the Education Professions Programming Intern. Working with others who hold different perspectives and experiences from our own is so powerful for learning and can shape how we view our own experiences. I want to be a part of creating programs that give those interested in education that opportunity.

Hi everyone!

My name is Ella Simons, and I’m a junior English and Anthropology double major from Montclair, New Jersey.

I’m thrilled to be joining the Loeb Center staff as the Social Impact Intern! In this role, I hope to connect students with meaningful career opportunities that align with their values and contribute to positive social change. Whether you’re interested in nonprofit work, education, policy, or another field that makes a difference, the Loeb Center can help you navigate your journey.

At Amherst, I’ve been involved in the arts as a member of Intersections Dance Company and Glee Club, where I’ve had the opportunity to meet creative and inspiring peers.

Beyond academics and extracurriculars, I love spending time outdoors, whether it’s taking long walks, exploring new places, and enjoying nature.

I’m excited to be part of the Loeb Center team and look forward to meeting and working with you all!

Hello! My name is Jaclyn Kim, class of 2025, majoring in Economics and Music. I grew up in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and would love to recommend the delicious apple cider donuts in the area. I am super excited to work as an Employer Engagement intern at the Loeb Center where I can meet a variety of students and employers who join together to explore their passions and careers!

On campus, you can find me in any of the practice rooms playing the piano at Arms Music Center or out exploring town at the Farmers Markets on the weekends. I am part of the Amherst Equestrian Club, Investment Club, and Women in Finance. The Loeb Center has been a place of such great support and advice throughout my years at Amherst, and I would love to help and speak with anyone who may have questions about what the Loeb Center can provide for Amherst students. I look forward to meeting everyone at employer events and anyone who visits the Loeb Center!

Hi guys! My name is Reine Kim, class of 2027, and I’m currently Undecided but considering Psychology and Political Science for my major(s).  I grew up in New Rochelle, New York, and this is my first year working at the Loeb Center as an Employee Engagement Intern.

I’m also a member of the Executive Board for the Amherst Symphony Orchestra as a cellist. Please make sure to come to our concerts! You can also find me playing music for WAHM 98.3, the college radio show. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, playing video games, writing, and playing the cello.

I’m so excited to meet all of the different students and faculty to explore different interests and careers! If you see me covering the front desk, feel free to strike up a conversation and ask me any questions.

In my free time, I enjoy catching up with friends, watching TV, and diving into video games. I’m also actively involved with the Asian Student Association and the Chinese Student Association, where I connect with others to explore and celebrate my heritage.

Having been with the Loeb Center for a year, I’ve seen firsthand how it can enhance resumes, aid in finding summer opportunities, and more. I’m thrilled to use my own experiences to help increase student awareness and ensure they take full advantage of all the opportunities the center offers.

Hey! My name is Dian Kun Yin, and I’m a freshman from Auckland, New Zealand. I’m currently undecided, but am considering a mathematics, history, or economics major(s). Aside from working at the Loeb Center, I love singing with the DQ acapella, taking campus tours, and exploring Amherst’s nature!

I am incredibly excited to meet everyone and support students with accessing resources and opportunities at the Loeb Center. I am always keen for a chat, so please feel free to reach out at any time!

Hi there! My name is Ava Zielinski, and I am a senior from Weston, Connecticut. I am an Economics & Spanish major, and this is my third year working with the Loeb Center within the Marketing & Communications Department.

I am a member of the Amherst Women’s Track & Field team, and you can find me at Newman Club and The Women’s Network meetings as well. I am also a peer tutor for the Economics, Math, and Spanish departments. In my free time, I enjoy exploring my Spotify daylist, reading, trying new coffee shops, and weekly brunch with my friends. I am incredibly excited to be continuing my work with the Loeb Center to increase student awareness and utilization of all the wonderful support and resources that are offered.