Open Doors ASSIST Leads the Way for Tomorrow's Tech Visionaries
While academic knowledge is a powerful foundation, the Open Doors ASSIST event, held on November 6, 2024, took a transformative step beyond traditional learning. It invited students from the University of Suceava into an immersive experience designed to prepare them for careers in the fast-evolving AI and software industry.
Now a tradition at USV, Open Doors ASSIST is far from a typical career event. Each year, the theme is carefully crafted to address pressing industry shifts that will shape students’ futures. This year’s focus? Empowering students with a deeper understanding of AI’s role in reshaping their career paths.
How AI Is Redefining Careers in Software Development?
One of the highlights was the lineup of talks from ASSIST’s industry experts, which gave students a clear picture of the innovation happening right now in the field. Kicking off the talks was Gabriel Tironeac, VP of Innovation, who explored how creativity and critical thinking are essential in an AI-driven world. Alexandru Strujac, Deputy of Product Design, and Andrei Hilote, Python Technologies Specialist, led an engaging session on maximizing AI through prompt engineering, opening students' minds to the power of precision in AI interactions. Lucian Cucos, a Microsoft Technologies Specialist, shared his perspective on integrating data with AI in modern system design - a future-focused approach essential for software professionals.
Students were introduced to bigger-picture concepts like AI’s potential to drive predictive decision-making, streamline processes, and build systems that anticipate user needs. As the software industry increasingly relies on AI-powered solutions, these insights equip students with an edge in understanding and leading transformative change.
Addressing The Most Critical AI Career Questions?
The panel discussion, “Building an IT Career in the AI Age,” offered a rare opportunity for students to engage in an open Q&A with ASSIST’s industry leaders and USV faculty. Moderated by Victor Jeman, Head of Frontend Development, the panel featured Andrei Viziteu, Head of AI; Andronic Tudor, Python Developer; Ionela Lungu, HR Manager; and Ovidiu Schipor, Associate Professor at USV. Each panelist brought a unique, unfiltered perspective on the skills and challenges awaiting tomorrow’s tech professionals.
With Andrei Viziteu addressing the technical trends reshaping AI careers and Tudor Andronic highlighting the importance of practical, hands-on experience, students received advice on bridging their learning with real-world demands. From the HR side, Ionela Lungu shared insights into the skills that matter most to employers—like adaptability, collaboration, and resilience—qualities that are essential for a thriving career in any fast-paced tech environment. Ovidiu Schipor urged students to combine theoretical knowledge with applied practice, stressing that the ability to embrace complexity and ambiguity is crucial for success in tech. The panel’s collective guidance offered students a balanced perspective on navigating their careers with confidence and agility.
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Mentorship as a Pathway to Career Success
Career success is often built on strong mentorship, and at Open Doors ASSIST, students had the chance to receive one-on-one career guidance from experienced professionals. These sessions, held in the Book Café, connected students with specialists eager to share insights on emerging trends, skill development, and the realities of the tech industry. What would you have asked specialists like Irina Petrariu, VP of Research and ML Specialist, or Diana Barculescu, Head of QA?
Mentorship is central to the ASSIST Academy approach, providing students with guidance that bridges academic learning with real-world applications. It’s this commitment to nurturing adaptable, skilled professionals that makes Suceava a “hidden gem” destination for businesses seeking reliable, forward-thinking tech partners in Romania.
The Future of Innovation Begins Here - Over 400 Internship Applications
ASSIST Academy’s internship program and events are tailored to prepare students for the realities of a global tech landscape. By immersing students in projects that demand hands-on problem-solving, teamwork, and technical depth, these internships are designed to fast-track their growth and readiness for industry demands. At Open Doors, all tech stands students could visit spoke volumes about the variety of projects a top custom software development company needs to tackle.
The Academy’s commitment to shaping well-rounded, future-ready engineers is part of ASSIST’s larger vision of contributing to the international tech community. With continuous learning as a core principle, ASSIST ensures that graduates enter the workforce equipped to drive tech innovation at every level.
ASSIST Software’s Open Doors event once again underscored its commitment to nurturing a new generation of tech innovators. The insights, mentorship, and practical experiences made over 400 students register for an ASSIST Software internship! We wish them good luck!
