Your Advisors: Engineering

Jamie Grant (C’98, GEd’99) is the Senior Associate Director at Career Services supporting undergraduates, Master’s candidates and alumni in the School of Engineering and Applied Science.  Jamie has been a career advisor for more than 20 years, and joined Penn Career Services in 2009.  She has worked with students from just about every academic path, and has provided special programming for students around technical and engineering careers, connecting with alumni, and addressing international student and first-gen/low income student concerns.   Jamie is a native of the greater Philadelphia area and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Education in Psychological Services, both from the University of Pennsylvania (Go Quakers!).  Outside of the office, Jamie spends a great deal of time with her two young sons exploring the world and enjoys sports, baking, reading fiction and trivia of all kinds.

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Dustin Miller, M.Ed. is the Associate Director at Career Services supporting undergraduates, master’s candidates and alumni in the School of Engineering and Applied Science.  Dustin has been in and around Higher Education for the better part of 8 years as an undergraduate student, graduate student, and professional, and joined Penn Career Services in 2023. Prior to Penn, he worked at Immaculata University as the Assistant Director of Career Counseling before transitioning into the Director of Student Life role, as well as teaching a First Year Seminar course, Your Habits and You. He has a passion for empowering students to navigate the interview process in full along with helping to build up personal confidence! He also has a special interest of working with athletes and assisting in the identity shift that often occurs after the playing days are over. Dustin resides in the Greater Philadelphia Area with his wife, Patricia, and their cat, Benny. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from McDaniel College as well as a Master of Education in Student Affairs in Higher Education Administration from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.  Outside of the office, Dustin is a big Philly sports fan and an avid cheesesteak lover!

Jon Niles serves as the Associate Director at Career Services, providing comprehensive support to undergraduates, Master’s candidates, and alumni within the School of Engineering and Applied Science. Prior to this role, he held positions as a Career Counselor and Coordinator of Employment Outreach at the University of the District of Columbia. Jon holds a M.Ed. in Counselor Education with a specialization in Career Counseling from the Pennsylvania State University. He is deeply committed to assisting Penn students and alumni in their pursuit of meaningful and purposeful careers. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jon enjoys exploring the greater Philadelphia area by bicycle and enthusiastically cheering on the city’s sports teams.

Emma Gleysteen is the Graduate Assistant at Career Services supporting the School of Engineering and Applied Science. Prior to Penn, Emma received her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (concentrating in Aerospace) from George Washington University alongside a minor in business. She went on to participate in Pratt & Whitney’s engineering development program helping to develop both commercial and military jet engines and eventually became a product owner for a component group in the F35’s engine. Emma is currently receiving her MBA from Wharton as part of class of 2025 and just finished her summer internship with McKinsey where she will be returning full time post-MBA. She currently serves as an Admissions Fellow for the Wharton MBA program as well as President of the Aerospace & Defense club, President of the Equestrian Club, and board member of the Sustainable Business Club. In her free time she loves to go for runs on the Schuylkill, explore the hidden gem restaurant scene of Philly, and hang out with fellow grad students in Rittenhouse Square.

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Ella is a graduate of Lehigh University, where she played lacrosse and majored in Journalism. After graduation, Ella began her career in education living abroad in London and working as a PE instructor for an independent all-girls school. Most recently she worked for the Council on International Educational Exchange as a project manager contributing to recruitment, communication, operations, events, and alumni engagement. Ella currently lives in the Philly suburbs with her husband and two energetic boys. In her free time, she enjoys summer days at the beach, live music, and spending time with her family!

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Sydney grew up in Cherry Hill, NJ and attended Rowan University. There, she received a bachelor’s degree in Communications and graduated May of 2022. In her free time she enjoys binging the latest tv shows, spending time with family and friends, and hanging out with her 3 dogs.  She has been working for Penn since my Junior year of college, previously working in the Human Resources department of Provost Administrative Affairs doing many tasks.  She truly enjoys the work, the people, and the culture of Penn, and is so excited to take on a new role in Career Services!