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.
Richard has been an ENG camera operator, learning how to produce stories on location!
This experience has provided me insight into being a professional marketer for an organization.
