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I can’t say enough about my co-op experiences, if it were up to me I would make co-op a mandatory part of almost every program in university - that’s how instrumental it has been in developing me into the person I am today.
I can’t say enough about my co-op experiences, if it were up to me I would make co-op a mandatory part of almost every program in university - that’s how instrumental it has been in developing me into the person I am today.
Opportunities are there at all organizations if you are willing to work hard your efforts will be recognized.
My co-op experience has helped me improve my communication, contractual, presentation, managerial and technical skills in civil engineering. It has been an amazing experience working with personnel at all levels.
I am learning transferable skills that can be applied in any future endeavors. For example, I have gotten a chance to build and enhance my Microsoft Office skills, something that is valuable in any industry and any role. I have also gained knowledge of Human Resources as a whole and how it plays an important role in a company or workplace.
As an engineering leader with a strong foundation in research and development, Gates is committed to advancing the science of motion performance by developing safe, forward-thinking products, services, systems, and solutions, as well as fostering long-term customer and employee relationships.
By taking part in this job I am building a portfolio of work that will help me when applying to post-graduate studies. I am also learning how to function in an office environment, and take the lead role on group projects under tight deadlines.
The experience that I am gaining from this co-op work term has helped me in ways that I couldn’t even begin to imagine. The greatest point that I can state from this experience is that I believe I have finally found an area in computer science that I can say I truly enjoy.
This experience has helped me be prepared to meet all types of people and personalities.
I think the hardest part about getting a job at a tech company like BlackBerry is getting the interview; over 10,000 students from around the world apply each term for the available 200 co-op positions.
When asked what tips Prasad would share with other co-op students seeking a similar work experience, he urged students to look beyond the City or the Province and be open to a variety of possibilities that co-op can offer.