Event Overview
Campus Talk is an initiative that connects university students with experienced industry mentors to help them explore career paths and take ownership of their professional development early on.
This is the 6th event in our Campus Talk series. In this interactive session, we will dive into the fundamentals of wireless communication and 5G technology, followed by an insider's look at technical assessment from an engineering director's perspective, helping students better prepare for their careers in tech. The event concludes with 'Tech Career Stories,' an 'Ask Me Anything' discussion focused on tech careers in Japan, and dedicated time for open networking to connect with peers and mentors.
Exclusive to Temple University Japan Campus students and hosted in collaboration with the Computer Science department, this event is designed to be accessible to all majors curious about the tech industry. No prior coding experience or technical knowledge is required—just come ready to learn and explore!
Who is this for?
Computer Science major/minor students at any level
Students seeking guidance on career design and growth
Students curious about tech and non-tech career paths
Students interested in mentorship opportunities and real-world insights
Students interested in networking with professionals
Guest Introduction
Dr. Prakash Chaki, Senior Researcher, NEC Corporation
Dr. Prakash Chaki (Ph.D., The University of Tokyo) is a Senior Researcher at NEC Corporation specializing in 5G and 6G wireless communications. An award-winning inventor and active IEEE editor, he has contributed to global standardization of 5G, holds multiple patents, serves as an international journal reviewer, and held a Guinness World Record.
Snehal Shinde, Director, Platform Engineering, Mercari Inc.
Snehal is the Engineering Director at Mercari, where she leads cross-functional collaborations and drives a culture of innovation. She guides product engineering teams to develop effective solutions. Snehal enjoys mentoring and promoting growth.
Timetable
15:30
Opening and introduction
15:40
Topic: Wireless Message Transmission: An Overview of how your cellphone works in 5G
Dr. Prakash Chaki, Senior Researcher, NEC Corporation
16:10
Break
16:15
Topic: Technical Assessment from an Engineering Leadership Lens
Snehal Shinde, Director, Platform Engineering, Mercari Inc.
16:45
Open Questions
17:15
Tech Career Stories
17:45
Ask Me Anything: Tech Careers in Japan
18:15
Open Networking
18:45
Event End
Important Information
Registration: This event is exclusive to the Temple University Japan Campus students, and therefore not open to public registration.
Photography: Event photos and videos will be taken and may be used for promotional purposes on alliz’s website, social media, and event announcements, with participants’ permission.
Schedule: Within the event duration, the event schedule may change on the event day.
Contact: For any event-related inquiries, please contact alliz at event@alliz.jp .
Host
Host: alliz
alliz is a member-led career mentorship community dedicated to helping students and early-career professionals with career design and development in Japan. Through events, mentorship, and shared learning, we foster connections that inspire personal growth, skill development, and long-term success in the tech industry.