Mikaela Du Pont
About Mikaela Du Pont
Mikaela Du Pont is an Associate Software Engineer at Kohl's with a background in education and a passion for STEM advocacy.
Current Role at Kohl's
Mikaela Du Pont is currently working as an Associate Software Engineer at Kohl's. She started this role in 2023 and works remotely. In this position, she utilizes her Java programming skills to tackle complex software development challenges, drawing on her previous experience as a Software Analyst Apprentice at the same company.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Mikaela worked as a Software Analyst Apprentice at Kohl's from 2022 to 2023. This role was based in Wisconsin, United States. Earlier in her career, she served as an Internship Educator at Teens Grow Greens in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from 2020 to 2022. These roles have helped her transition from a background in education to a career in software engineering.
Education and Technical Training
Mikaela studied Java Web Application Development at Tech Elevator in 2022. This program lasted for three months and equipped her with the programming skills necessary for her role in software development. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education and Broadfield Sciences from St. Norbert College, which she completed between 2015 and 2019.
Career Transition and Problem-Solving Skills
Mikaela Du Pont transitioned from a career in education to software engineering. She leverages her teaching experience to enhance her problem-solving skills in software development. This unique background allows her to approach software challenges with a fresh perspective, making her an asset to her team.
Passion for STEM and Community Impact
With a strong passion for encouraging others to explore STEM fields, Mikaela is inspired by her background as a science educator. She believes in the power of learning and aims to inspire future change-makers in the STEM community through her work in software development. This dedication is reflected in her professional and personal endeavors.