Welcome to ECCS!

Milic’s experience in the Co-op Education Office began in 2009 when he joined McMaster University as an Employer Development Officer. Since 2009, he has worked in Engineering Co-op & Career Services where his position has transitioned into a Career Development & Relationship Manager role. Milic spends his time helping students find meaningful co-op opportunities while working to develop new relationships and maintain current ones with employers all over Canada. Before joining McMaster University, Milic spent 3 years as a Staffing Specialist on a Human Resources team working within the aerospace industry. After leaving Human Resources, Milic then spent a brief time working for a non-profit organization helping internationally trained Engineers integrate into the Canadian workforce so that they could become Professional Engineers (P.Eng). Before graduating from a Human Resources Management Program, Milic received a Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma where, as part of his education, he completed 3 separate co-ops working for Phoenix Contact Ltd, Atomic Energy of Canada, and Selkirk Canada Co. where he respectively worked in Technical Support, Quality Assurance, and Design and Mechanical Systems Testing. Milic supports students in: Mechanical Engineering

Adam is a Career Development and Relationship Manager with 5+ years of experience working in a post-secondary institution and 8 years of experience working as an engineering recruiter. Prior to joining McMaster, Adam recruited for a variety of employers across the engineering sector. He established a strong track record of success building relationships with hiring managers, HR groups, and job seekers. Adam has experience recruiting for positions in the tech and start-up community, power generation, infrastructure, oil & gas, and environmental sectors. Adam draws from his experience in the recruitment industry to leverage opportunities for co-op students at all levels and provide them with accurate career advice so they achieve their professional and personal goals. Adam supports students in: Computer Science and Software Engineering.

Valerie is both a McMaster University (Honours B.A.) and Brock University (B.Ed.) alumna. She has past experience working in education as both a secondary school teacher and a leadership developer. Previously working with the Faculty of Engineering’s Recruitment Office (2015-2017), she now works in ECCS where she has been primarily working on the redevelopment of ENGINEER 1EE0 in addition to assisting students with their job search and application documents, and conducting employer outreach via digital and in-person communication. Valerie supports students in Automotive & Vehicle Engineering Technology and Automation Engineering Technology.

Christine has been a McMaster employee since 2011. Her career began in the Faculty of Health Sciences where she was an HR Associate for 5 years and then transitioned to the School of Engineering Practice and Technology working as the Graduate Assistant with a focus on admissions. Prior to joining the University, she worked as a Recruitment and Placement Strategist for a private sector staffing firm both in Ottawa and the GTA for 8 years. Her focus was on business development and employer relations and serviced clients in the Federal and Provincial governments as well as many high-tech, crown corporations and medium sized businesses. Christine studied Social Sciences (BA) at the University of Ottawa, followed by a post-graduate diploma from McMaster University in Human Resource Management and is currently pursuing the Certified Resume Strategist certification through the Career Professionals of Canada.

As a seasoned Career Development & Relationship Manager, Jesse has over 15 years’ experience cultivating and generating new business development, and coaching and mentoring students. Jesse genuinely lights up when he hears that a student has: secured a co-op job; landed their first interview; received multiple job offers, and; performed above and beyond their employer's expectations. When students come in to see Jesse, he takes the time to really hear what they are aspiring to become, which translates to authentic, positive support and relentless enthusiasm.

Sam joined ECCS in March 2019 after moving here from England and spending his first year in Canada working as a Career Advisor at the University of Waterloo. Sam has a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry which he earned while working at GlaxoSmithKline (pharmaceuticals) over a 5 year period. Prior to joining higher education, Sam recruited technical personnel for life science organizations across Europe. He is passionate about not only supporting student’s career development, but educating them to be self-sufficient in their future career search. Programs supported: Chemical Engineering, BTech Biotechnology, iBioMed/HESE.

Amanda is a proud McMaster alumna (Honours BA) and recent graduate of the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation. Amanda joined Engineering Co-op and Career Services in 2010 where she began as a Recruitment Assistant before transitioning to the role of Career Development and Relationship Manager. Amanda is passionate about helping students find meaningful work experience and guiding them toward success during their time at McMaster and beyond. Amanda considers her time as an undergraduate student at McMaster to be one her most rewarding experiences and wants all McMaster Engineering students to have a similar experience. Amanda supports Engineering Physics, Materials Engineering, and Mechatronics.

Rachelle joined ECCS in 2016, after working in research at McMaster University for a few years. In addition to workplace policy development, Rachelle's previous role focused on building strategic stakeholder relationships between industry, government and research. Rachelle studied Anthropology (BA Hons.) at McMaster University, followed by a post-graduate diploma in Human Resources Management. Rachelle is passionate about assisting both large organizations and SMEs brand themselves to attract quality engineering & technology talent.

With a background in teaching, I am passionate about helping all engineering students reach their full potential. Supporting leadership development and their ability to navigate diverse relationships within the wider community are top priorities. This is achieved by collaborating with industry partners, facilitating community/civic engagement, and supporting the many student-led events and team activities.