Welcome to ECCS!

"My favorite thing about the co-op program is that it provides students the chance to experience work before they graduate."

Hello! My name is Josh Lawrence and I am excited to be one of the Lead Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I find value in the services ECCS has to offer and strive to share this information with the broader student body.We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with The Learning Factory - McMaster as Technology Assistant and Project supervisor. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is the importance of self discipline especially during Covid-19. I can’t wait to share my knowledge and experience with my peers and connect them with industry partners this year! If you have any questions about ECCS and what they have to offer don’t hesitate to reach out!

"My favourite thing about our co-op program is the opportunity to apply academic knowledge outside of a classroom setting."

Hello! My name is Julee Minniti and I am thrilled to be one of the Lead Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I wanted the opportunity to share the positive impacts of experiential learning with my peers. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with Venture Academy (McMaster Engineering Youth Outreach Programs) as an Instructor, Assistant Director, and most recently as a Director. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is the importance of building and fostering a positive team dynamic. Teams are the most effective and are able to best collaborate when there is a positive team dynamic so it is important to focus on this in any working environment. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year!

"The reason why I’m so passionate about coop experience is because it allows for students to get a glimpse of what the future holds in their desired field." 

Hello! My name is Charanjit Chaunkaria but feel free to call me CJ, and I am thrilled to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I want to give back to the McMaster Community that has given so much to me in terms of outlets and opportunities. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with ATS Automation as an Automation Developer. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is don’t be scared to try new things and take on new challenges. Getting out of your comfort zone is a major factor of growing as a person and as a professional. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year! 

Hello! My name is Jordan Di Pietro and I am excited to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I want to share the importance and benefits of adding co-op experience to your undergraduate degree. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have co-op experience with Honda of Canada Manufacturing as a Mechanical Equipment Project Engineer. One of the most important lessons I have learned throughout my co-op experience is that no matter how much you think you already know, there is always so much more to learn. Co-op is the best way to learn technical and transferable skills that are vital to being a successful engineer. So far in the 9 months of my total 20 month co-op, I have developed my technical skills and project management immensely. Being surrounded by extremely bright engineers on a daily basis pushes you to improve consistently. I am extremely excited to share my co-op experience and help connect my peers to automotive industry partners this year. Looking forward to a great year!

"My favorite thing about co-op is that it gives you a chance to apply the things you learn in school. When I returned to school I had a new appreciation for the content that is being taught." 

Hello! My name is Harsh Patel and I am excited to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for the Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the Co-op Ambassador team because I really enjoyed my Co-op term and I want to help students seeking co op have a similar experience. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. My last Co-op experience was with Sanofi Pasteur as a Water Systems Co-op Student. One of the most important lessons I learned was that when an opportunity arises you should take advantage of it. I had the opportunity to learn and take on many responsibilities at my co-op term. Looking forward to sharing my co-op experiences and connecting students to industry partners. Can’t wait to meet you all.

"One thing I learned in my co-op experience is to make sure you advocate for yourself. Let your supervisor/manager know what interests you or if you want to try something new. Chances are, they’ll help you find opportunities where you can develop skills that interest you!"

Hello! My name is Gurkeerat  Gill and I am excited to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I want to share everything I learned from the past 4 years with new students. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with the Government of Canada as a Student Program Engineer. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is: everyone you meet is a part of your network so don’t be afraid to build those relationships.I’m always open to answer any questions about co-op so please feel free to reach out!

"My favourite thing about the co-op program is how it allowed me to gain confidence and learn from experts in the field."

Hello! My name is Tracy Huynh and I am thrilled to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I’m passionate about professional development and experiential learning. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with Solvay as a Process Safety Intern. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is to take advantage of the resources you have during this time. There are so many hidden learning opportunities and experts who are willing to share their knowledge. If you are curious about something - ask! I can’t wait to share my co-op experience and help connect my peers to industry partners this year! Looking forward to meeting all of you!

"If I could describe the co-op experience in three words, they would be enriching, intensive and valuable. My co-op experiences not only taught me applicable and technical skills for the workplace, but also the importance of collaboration and effective communication within a team environment."

Hello! My name is Rania Murshed and I am thrilled to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I would like to share my experiences with my fellow peers and hopefully encourage others to consider pursuing a co-op term. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with TELUS and Hady Construction Associates as a cybersecurity solutions intern and a structural design intern, respectively. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is to be willing to ask for help when necessary because your team is there to support your learning. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year! Feel free to reach out to me to chat anytime!

"If I could describe the co-op experience in three words, they would be hard-work, rewarding, and eye-opening."

Hello! My name is Alex Austin and I am excited to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I think sharing my knowledge and helping others succeed is important. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience at a Toronto start up as a Embedded Systems Engineer and AMD as a Hardware Validation Intern. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is the importance of asking why and saying “I don’t know”. Pushing yourself to learn new things and go above and beyond expectations. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year! Wishing everyone a safe and healthy school year.

"My co-op experience in 3 words: Exercise, Listen and Adapt."

Hi, my name is Shervin and I’m looking forward to being one of the ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and career services this year.

I decided to join this initiative as I felt graduate students, especially in computer science, are typically here for a short time, while their skills are in high demand. This makes finding one to ask your questions from really hard! ECCS helped me a lot during my journey in securing a Co-op and I’m very thankful for their tremendous help. As such, I’d like to transfer my knowledge to you, which is the meaning of life. I’ve had previous Co-op and research experiences with a nice blend of industry and academia. I did my Co-op at Ensho health, a Toronto startup specializing in healthcare data analytics and information technology, where I was a Data Scientist. An important lesson I learned is the value of feedback: feedback can be extremely helpful in iterating faster to develop the business requirement. I can’t wait to talk to you about my knowledge of how Artificial Intelligence is utilized in the industry, especially in cases where a high risk is involved. I’m super excited to help students in their co-op journey!

"My co-op experience in 3 words; exciting, fast-paced, and sunny." 

Hello! My name is Fuad and I am super excited to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I wanted to be there for the “me” of four years ago; someone who was intimidated by the job market, upper year students, and all the big names, and wanted some guidance. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I’ve worked at Tesla, Twitter, Wealthsimple, and Publicis Sapient as a Software Engineer, and the US Government as a Data Scientist. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences self reliance and the importance of a network. Super excited to meet some students and help support them on their co-op journeys!

"One lesson I learned from my co-op experience is that, even outside the classroom, there are always opportunities to learn something new."

Hello! My name is Desmond Kennedy and I am proud to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I want to help my peers to be successful in their search for co-op opportunities and I want to make sure everyone is aware of all the useful ECCS services. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with Ontario Power Generation as an Asset Management & Planning Intern. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is that you should take every opportunity you can to learn something new, and there will always be more learning opportunities than expected. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year. I am always happy to help other students and answer questions, so feel free to reach out any time!

"I am passionate about co-op because it provides students with an opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group and make connections as they discover who they are outside the classroom."

Hello! My name is Maddison Konway and I am delighted to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I want to give back to the Engineering Community and show students that research can be a valuable co-op that provides unique opportunities for professional development. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. Both my co-op experiences have actually been at McMaster as a Research Assistant with Dr. de Lannoy (Chemical Engineering, 2019) and Dr. Zurob (Materials Engineering, 2020). One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is the importance of taking initiative and finding work I am passionate about. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year! Here’s to an amazing year full of learning, new experiences, and growth!

"One lesson I learned from my co-ops is how important those connections you make during that time can be. Those people will help you develop a network and can make job searching much easier and successful."

Hello! My name is Leisha and I am thrilled to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I wanted to share all the valuable advice and lessons I wish I had known before starting my co-op. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with WSP as a Building Science consultant. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is never be afraid to ask for help if you are unsure. You would much rather be safe than sorry. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year! Looking forward to connecting with you all this year.

"One lesson I learned from my co-ops is how important it is to take initiative in your own career. There will always be people willing to help you but in the end, you have to take charge as an individual." 

Hello! My name is Colleen and I am excited to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I’m eager to share my experience with others. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experiences with BMO, Fiix Software, Coursera, and Twitter as a Software Engineering Intern. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is to not be afraid to advocate for yourself. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year!

"Every mountain you climb is another mountain of experience; find some friends and start climbing."

Hello! My name is Jason and I am excited to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I love interacting with new people and teaching opportunities. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with BMO, QBuild, and Global Bridge Capital as a Technology Analyst, Project Manager and Venture Capitalist Intern. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is that no matter the industry people are the key. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year!

"I am very passionate about our co-op program as it allows students to develop skills not taught in a classroom, most especially confidence as a professional that only comes from stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new."

Hello! My name is Ariana and I am thrilled to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I am passionate about learning outside the classroom, especially developing as a professional within a co-op position.  We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with Grandfield Research Group at McMaster as an Undergraduate Researcher. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is you aren’t supposed to know everything on the first day! If you feel you don’t fully understand something, don’t be afraid to ask a coworker for help. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and aid in connecting my peers to industry partners this year! Looking forward to connecting with you this year!

"Ask lots of questions, try every job, all experience is useful and eventually pays off."

Hello! My name is Prakhar and I am delighted to be one of the Co-op Ambassadors for Engineering Co-op and Career Services this year!

I decided to join the co-op ambassador team because I got to learn a lot through my COOP experiences and would like to help others do the same. We are very fortunate to have access to the many different services provided by ECCS and I am excited to be a part of a team that ensures that our peers are accessing all of the possible resources to help them achieve their career goals. I have had previous co-op experience with General Dynamics as a software developer. One of the most important lessons I have learned through my co-op experiences is that it is important to ask a lot of questions and try as many new things as possible. This really gave me a sense of what I enjoyed working on. I can’t wait to share my co-op experiences and help connect my peers to industry partners this year! I hope sharing my experiences help make the job search process less daunting for everyone.