CDCR Staff

Hillary Allen

Corporate Relations Coordinator

Career Development and Corporate Relations
1133R Brown-Kopel Center
norreha@auburn.edu
334.844.2264

Hillary joined the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering in Spring 2019. She serves as the Corporate Relations Coordinator for the Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations where she works with companies to arrange all on-campus recruiting activities.

After completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, Hillary started her career in banking. She later assumed the role of an Accountant Executive of Merchant Services where she set up card processing for corporate customers. After transitioning to higher education, Hillary is excited to use her strong customer service skills to cultivate long-lasting relationships with employers and impact meaningful opportunities for students.

Education:

Auburn University, B.S. in Finance

Jessica Bowers

Manager, Career Development & Coaching

Career Development and Corporate Relations
1333Q Brown-Kopel Center
jgb0036@auburn.edu
334.844.7599

In August 2018, Jessica moved to Alabama and joined the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering in its endeavor to launch an Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations (CDCR). She leads the CDCR's efforts to provide career development and coaching for Auburn Engineering students.

Jessica is passionate about supporting college students in the discovery, realization, and achievement of their personal, academic, and career goals. She also relishes in the use of design and technology solutions to convey career stories and make career development practices accessible to all students.

After completion of her undergraduate degree, Jessica worked for a civil engineering consultant firm in Charlotte, North Carolina before entering graduate school. Since then, she served in a variety of roles in academic and career advising at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville and University of Virginia.

Education:

University of Tennessee - Knoxville, M.S. in College Student Personnel
University of North Carolina at Charlotte, B.A. in Organizational Communications and Psychology

Marissa Miller

Career Counselor

Career Development and Corporate Relations
1133P Brown-Kopel Center
mas0075@auburn.edu
334.844.2272

Marissa joined the Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations in December 2019. She is excited to continue serving as a career counselor for undergraduate and graduate engineering students and looks forward to working within the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.

Previously, Marissa served as a career counselor within the University Career Center, as well as the Exploratory Advising Center here on Auburn’s campus. She most enjoys working individually with students and supporting them in their career exploration journey, along with ensuring she can assist in finding resources and opportunities as students seek rewarding ways to pursue their interests.

Education:

Auburn University, M.Ed. in Administration of Higher Education
University of Florida, B.S. in Sport Management

Apryl Mullins

Assistant Director, Corporate Relations

Career Development and Corporate Relations
1133S Brown-Kopel Center
apryl.mullins@auburn.edu
334.844.2578

In July 2018, Apryl joined the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering in its endeavor to create an Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations (CDCR) to serve Auburn engineering students. Apryl leads the CDCR's efforts to establish and deepen relationships with employers. Her goal is educate students about the world of work and connect them with a broad range of industry opportunities.

While Apryl joined the CDCR in 2018, this is not her first introduction to the College of Engineering. She has more than 20 years of experience at Auburn University where she has served in a variety of roles within the Office of Development and Office of Alumni Affairs. She spent the majority of that time in the College of Engineering and refers to it as her second home!

Education:

Auburn University, B.A. in Corporate Journalism

Jerry Van Tuyl

Administrative Assistant

Career Development and Corporate Relations
1133A Brown-Kopel Center
jrv0015@auburn.edu
334.844.2250

Jerry joined the Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations in Fall 2019 upon the opening of the CDCR space in the Brown-Kopel Student Center. Jerry is often the first face students and employers see at the CDCR. He always greets visitors with a smile and a warm welcome. Jerry also supports the operations of the office by assisting employers upon check-in for their on-campus interviews and directing visitors to resources.

Prior to his role in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, Jerry served for 38 years in training and management roles in the quick service industry including his role as Director of Training and Recruitment for Chick-Fil-A on Magnolia Avenue. He was most drawn to the CDCR based on his past experience training and developing college-aged employees in the service industry.

Education:

Iowa Wesleyan University, B.A. in History and Political Science