Nguyen Joins APAM as New Career Placement Officer

Meet Kim Nguyen, the new Career Placement Officer for the APAM Department. In addition to this role, Kim serves as a Career Placement Advisor with Columbia Engineering’s Graduate Career Placement Team. Her primary focus is on supporting students in creating clear career paths and successfully transitioning from the classroom to industry, research, and entrepreneurship. She offers personalized one-on-one advising, fosters employer and alumni partnerships, and guides students through every stage of their career journey.

Kim is deeply passionate about helping others and thrives in environments where she can make a meaningful impact. She draws on her 30 years of experience as an executive recruiter and an executive in the Financial Services industry. Whether she is collaborating with cross-functional teams or offering direct guidance to students, Kim believes that understanding and compassion are at the heart of leadership and effective problem-solving. By leading with empathy, Kim aims to empower each student to confidently navigate their career path.