Annika Marthaler, C’21

COMPUTER SCIENCE
Associate Product Manager, iFixit

Annika wanted to work for iFixit since high school. Although she’d found large tech companies like Google appealing, a summer stint at a startup made her realize she could make a greater impact in a smaller company. It was her close relationship with her computer science professor that helped Annika secure project work with iFixit while still attending classes. This led to a winter internship that turned into a job offer prior to graduating.

Annika attributes her ability to land a product manager position right out of college to her well-rounded experience at Principia. She now works closely with the CEO and her manager, determining the direction of the company and executing software development projects.
  
“Principia attracts a high caliber of thought. It's unique to be around so many genuine people all in one place,” says Annika.

Annika appreciated her professors and fellow students, and says that Principia was “a really good atmosphere in which to grow and push myself.” She was active in the Public Affairs Conference, along with her roles as a resident counselor and admissions ambassador. 

Must-Take Courses: Life with Mary Baker Eddy; Introduction to Programming; Communications; Management

Favorite Principia Moment: Being a resident counselor and my time in the Public Affairs Conference.

Advice for Incoming Students: Pursue all of your interests and take classes outside of your major.