Erika Cheney
EmployIndy
Indianapolis, IN USA
"I’ve had wonderful mentors along the way."
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Erika's work combines: Government, Non-Profit Organizations, and Helping People
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Political Science
Ball State University
Bachelor's Degree
Journalism
Ball State University
Certification
Public Management
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
I always thought I wanted to become a teacher until my junior year of high school when I discovered my passions for government and journalism.
2.
I graduated from Ball State University with a double major in political science and journalism.
3.
After college, I got an internship with the Indiana State Senate and then was hired full-time.
4.
I took a break from work to have my first child.
5.
When I rejoined the workforce, I went into workforce development and have been in this field since!
6.
I currently work for EmployIndy as the vice president for K-12, where I help underserved and underemployed youth and young adults find their career path.
