Advising Team

Advising Majors

• Computer Science
• Computer Science & Society

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling. Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Advising Majors

• Construction Management

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling. Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Biography

Amelia joined the Co-ops & Careers team in 2023. She has worked in higher education for over a decade in the field of career development. She received a B.A. in Communication Studies from the University of Rhode Island (URI). Amelia then went on to earn a M.S. in Human Development & Family Studies: College Student Personnel from URI. Amelia is passionate about helping students get access to experiential learning through co-ops and internships.

Unique fact: Amelia loves the ocean and grew up in the Rhode Island- the ocean state. Amelia currently lives in Bristol, RI which is known for having the oldest Independence Day celebrations in the United States of America earning Bristol the nickname of “America’s most patriotic town.”

Advising Majors

• Interior Design
• Industrial Design
• Architecture & Masters of Architecture (Summer Coverage: June – August)

Caitlin is available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. 

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling. Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Biography

Caitlin Brison joined Wentworth’s Co-ops & Careers in 2015.  Originally from southern California, she made the move to Boston in 2005.  She attended Boston College for both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in education and has worked at several colleges in Boston.  Caitlin loves coaching and supporting students during their career development.  She hopes to impart to students the skills necessary to identify and create rich experiential learning opportunities for themselves.

Unique fact:
One of her favorite things to do is hike the California coast. She has climbed Half-Dome in Yosemite and logged many miles through the Santa Monica Mountains.

Advising Majors

• Applied Sciences
• Biological Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Civil Engineering

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling. Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Biography

With expertise in bass guitar and over 15 years of professional experience as an internationally touring artist, Paz Docmanov is both an accomplished musician and an experienced music entrepreneur. Paz, who originates from Arad, Romania, has traveled the globe, developing his abilities and imparting his musical passion to a wide range of listeners. Paz was previously the Director of Music at the School of Rock Watertown, overseeing strategic leadership and curriculum development. The Best of Boston award from Boston Magazine was given to School of Rock in recognition of his commitment to excellence.

Paz received a Bachelor of Music in Composition from Berklee College of Music before he decided to pursue a Master of Education in Higher Education from Merrimack College, where he most recently served in an Academic Advisor role. Paz provides insightful advising to serve a wide range of specialties and diverse experiences.

Outside of work, Paz finds relaxation and inspiration in hobbies like gaming, automotive mechanics and spending time with his family.

Advising Majors

• Cybersecurity
• Mechanical Engineering

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling. Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Advising Majors

• Architecture
• Masters in Architecture

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling. Use your Wentworth email & password to login. All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Biography

Jer Jurma joined the staff with 20 years of experience working in various types of Architecture and Design firms.  He studied at Boston University, Peabody Conservatory (Johns Hopkins University), the Boston Architectural College, and holds a Bachelor in Architecture degree from California College of the Arts in San Francisco. He currently serves on design boards and commissions in his local municipality while maintaining his private practice. He comes to advising from the perspective of an Architecture professional with a strong interest in education and the graphic representation of Academic work in relation to career development and advancement.

Unique fact:
Jer came to the profession of architecture after studying to become a classical musician.

Advising Majors

• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electromechanical Engineering
• Engineering

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling.  Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Biography

Ria Kalinowski joined the Co-ops & Careers staff in 2016 with 4 years of experience in Higher Education. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Skidmore College and her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Framingham State University. Ria grew up in Northampton, MA but moved to Boston in 2006. She discovered her love for career development through informational interviews and volunteering at career centers in the area. She enjoys providing students with the tools they need to conduct successful job searches, using technology to help them build connections and increase their marketability, and guiding students on their career journey.

Unique fact:

Every Sunday evening, you can find Ria playing pick up soccer in her town women’s soccer league.

Advising Majors

• Applied Math
• Business Management
• Computer Information Systems
• Computer Networking
• Data Science
• Information Technology

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling.  Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

If you are actively seeking a co-op for the upcoming semester connect with your Co-op & Career Advisor directly about drop-in hours.

Biography

Biography

Jaime McAllister-Grande comes to the Co-op & Careers team having advised students from middle school through graduate school in a variety of career fields.  Jaime holds an Bachelor of Arts degree from Holy Cross College in Music and Spanish, and a Master of Education degree from Harvard Graduate School of Education, and has completed graduate coursework in Organizational Development, Academic Leadership and court-based mediation.  She has experience working in theatres, schools, libraries, higher ed institutions, and non-profit organizations, and is passionate about supporting students as they explore the world of career possibilities.

Unique fact:
Jaime has three daughters who keep her busy and laughing — one in elementary school, one in middle school, and one in high school.

Advising For:

• Graduate Students
• Project Management (Bachelors)

To make an appointment:

• Schedule on WITworks under Counseling. Use your Wentworth email & password to login.  All Wentworth students and alumni have an account.  If you are an alumna/us and are having trouble accessing WITworks, contact us at coopsandcareers@wit.edu or 617-989-4101. 
• OR Call our main line at 617-989-4101, stop by the front desk.

Appointments can be scheduled in-person or virtually. Check WITworks for your advisor’s daily availability.

Biography

Narali (Pronounced like Natalie) Taglialavore joined Co-ops & Careers in September 2023. Originally from Long Island, New York, Narali attended Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Education in Educational Leadership: College Student Affairs. Prior to joining Wentworth, Narali spent time impacting change in career services at schools such as Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ, Suffolk University, and Boston University.

As an advocate for professional development, Narali is involved in various professional associations such as EACE, NACE, CCC Northeast, and the Career Leadership Collective. Narali is a frequent presenter at EACE on topics such as social media, marketing, and increasing engagement using LinkedIn groups for career communities. Narali has been recognized as the “2022 EACE Rising Star” and received numerous Presidential Citations by the Eastern Association of Colleges and Employers for her contributions to the field. Narali serves on the Board of Directors for EACE as the Director of Public Relations & Communications. In addition, Narali has completed the National Association of Colleges and Employers week-long Management Leadership Institute.

As a first-generation daughter of Argentine parents, Narali speaks fluent Spanish and is an avid Messi fan. In her free time, Narali enjoys traveling, the beach, catching up with friends and loved ones, dog walking, and hiking.

Unique Fact:  Narali enjoys thrill-seeking adventures. She has been skydiving and shark diving!