Experiential learning provides students with hands-on opportunities beyond the traditional lecture-style format to gain valuable experience.

Engineering Co-op Program

The Engineering Co-op Program is an optional program which provides you with the opportunity to work in real engineering positions before you graduate. The Undergraduate Co-op Program is administered by the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Department (ECCS).

Example Employers:

• Advanced MicroDevices (AMD)
• Microsoft
• Bell Canada
• Evertz Microsystems
• IBM Canada
• Ford Motor Company of Canada
• Toronto Hydro Corporation
• ArcelorMittal
• CIBC Canadian Imperial Bank of Canada

Extracurricular Activities

McMaster Engineering has many engineering clubs, teams and societies you can join to enhance your practical knowledge and soft skills, provide support, or give you the chance to explore new activities. Clubs are an enjoyable way to enrich your student life and contribute to your social development and academic success.

• PhaseOne (formerly HackItMAC)
• McMaster SumoBot Club
• MacACM
• McMaster Solar Car Project
• Arduino Club

Career Paths

Computer Science graduates find employment in a wide variety of industries, from large companies in banking, insurance, retail, and software, through to medium sized-firms, but also start-ups. Graduate school is also an option for those who want to further deepen their understanding of computing.

Initial positions for computer science graduates often have titles such as programmer, programmer/analyst, analyst, or web developer. Entrepreneurial students can get help with their start-ups through some courses and The Forge, affiliated with McMaster. IP generated by students is owned by the students at McMaster.

Example Career Paths:

• App development
• Software analysis
• Computer system development