BA Geography, University of Manchester
Consultant at CapGemini
I’m originally from Tottenham in London and of Nigerian and Jamaican heritage. I graduated from the University of Manchester in 2018, after studying for a BA (Hons) in Geography. I was nominated to feature in the official video for Geography @ Manchester promotional video, which was such a lovely way to end my 3 years at The University of Manchester!
During my time at university, I completed a number of internships within the local government, a social mobility charity called upReach and at The New York Times. I was also the President of one of the biggest cultural societies at the University of Manchester and also fundraised over £3,000 to complete a voluntary placement in Jamaica.
After graduating, I joined the Business and Technology Graduate scheme at Capgemini. My main interests within technology include understanding the customer journey through user research and digital adoption. I always get asked about how I transitioned into technology with a background in human geography. I often speak to undergraduate Geography students about how I used my knowledge of research methods and the transferable skills I learnt from my Geography degree in UX (User Experience) Research.
I’m passionate about advocating for equipping people with information on the transition as a non-STEM student into tech. I am also a big advocate for bringing your most authentic self into the workplace. Alongside my current role, I am co-leading a mentoring initiative which matches junior talent from diverse backgrounds with senior leaders and participating in a company-led inclusion forum. I am passionate about sharing my journey, in the hope of encouraging young people from non-STEM backgrounds to consider a career in technology. I’ve shared my journey on platforms such as Coding Black Females, a non-profit organisation.
I have so much to share about my experience of finding meaningful employment. I’m passionate about advocating for equipping people with information on the transition as a non-STEM student into tech. I am also a big advocate for bringing your most authentic self into the workplace. One thing that is most important to me in my life right now is being focused on being intentional with everything that I am committing to, as well as ensuring that I am bringing value to everything that I am doing and continually learning.
I was able to step outside of my comfort zone by going on a ‘unconventional’ journey as a Geography graduate working in Tech. I encourage young people to be fearless in considering a career in Tech from a Non-STEM background. I also encourage embracing your difference and always seek intentional learning.