Back on Campus! Recent Grad Camille Neumann (SSE ’25) Is on the Other Side of the Recruitment Table

Walking into a career fair can be a whirlwind of nerves and resumes, but for Camille Neumann, a Tulane University alumna, the experience has come full circle. After graduating with her bachelor’s degree in 2025, majoring in Engineering Physics, Neumann returned to the Uptown campus this year in a new role: a recruiter for MSB Consulting.

"It was definitely a bit of a surreal experience," Neumann says of her return. "It felt like just yesterday I was on the other side of the table, but it was really rewarding to be back and helping students navigate that same path".

As a New Orleans native, Neumann’s journey with MSB Consulting began long before she graduated. Her relationship with the firm started with a long-term internship that she maintained throughout her time as a student- even dating back to high school. This local connection allowed her to balance her studies at Tulane with professional development just a short commute away to Metairie.

Now a full-time professional, Neumann enjoyed the opportunity to reconnect with former professors and classmates while representing a company rooted in local community outreach and volunteerism.

When speaking with students at the fair, Neumann highlighted the unique "learning culture" that defines MSB including early professional integration as seen with Neumann’s own path, starting with clerical tasks during high school and progressing to a full internship and a job offer by her senior year, which serves as a model for how MSB invests in student growth. She also discusses MSB’s community-first approach and emphasizes that MSB is deeply involved in the local New Orleans community, making it an ideal fit for students who want to make a local impact. Neumann also discusses the first engineering-specific fair- having advocated for a dedicated engineering career fair while she was a student, Neumann was especially proud to return for the inaugural event.

"I love being able to tell students about the work we do," Neumann explains. "It’s about finding a place where you can grow from a student into a professional within a supportive environment."

Neumann believes that Tulane SSE graduates possess a distinct edge in the professional world, particularly due to the school's focus on well-rounded development. She cites strong communication as a major factor noting that the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly is a hallmark of a Tulane engineer. She also talks about problem-solving versatility and how the curriculum prepares students to handle the "real-world" transition where projects require both technical skill and professional adaptability. Finally, she mentions the enduring community and the strength of the Tulane alumni network is a recurring theme in her experience, providing a built-in support system as students enter the workforce.

For students looking to make a lasting impression, Neumann offers practical advice based on her own experience on both sides of the recruiting table, "Be yourself and be prepared. Research the companies beforehand, but don't be afraid to let your personality shine through during the conversation." She also stresses the importance of the follow-up. Whether it is a personalized LinkedIn message or a quick thank-you email, those small gestures can help a candidate stay top-of-mind for recruiters.

Neumann’s return to campus is a testament to the enduring value of the Tulane community. By serving as a bridge between the university and MSB Consulting, she is helping to ensure that the next generation of engineers has a clear path to professional success in New Orleans.

"The Tulane community is so strong," she says. "It’s an honor to be part of that cycle of giving back."