Computer Science Coop Spring Info Session 2018 Computer

Computer Science Co-op Spring Info Session 2018

Computer Science Co-op Program Staff: Lisa Wise, Co-op Coordinator Ela Barros and Sara Scott, Program Assistants John Braico, Director

The Co-op Option In 3 rd and 4 th year, students alternate between academic terms and work terms. By graduation, students have 12 months of work experience with as many as three different employers.

The Co-op Option Computer Science Major & Honours FALL WINTER SUMMER Year 3 Study 3 A Work Term 1 (and Co-op prep!) Study 3 B Year 4 Work Term 2 Work Term 3 Year 5 Study 4 B Study 4 A You graduate later (by eight months), however…. .

Other Undergraduate Programs • Comp Sci / Mathematics Joint Honours • Comp Sci / Physics and Astronomy Joint Honours • Comp Sci / Statistics Joint Honours

Typical Schedule FALL WINTER SUMMER Year 2 Study 2 A Study 2 B Work Term 1 Year 3 Study 3 A Study 3 B Work Term 2 Year 4 Study 4 A Study 4 B Work Term 3 See the Co-op Office in December of 2 nd year

Registration for upcoming year • Make it a priority to register for courses in July, otherwise you might be disappointed • You are required to be a full time student, minimum of 3 courses every term while in the Co-op program • Important courses for Fall: COMP 3380 and 3370 • Register for winter term as well, if you are accepted in to Co-op and secure a position, we will have you removed from courses and registered in the work term

Other Situations • Second degree? • Transfer from another program or faculty? Don’t make any assumptions, come and talk to the Co-op Coordinator

Benefits of Co-op • Financing your University Education by working in a position that is relevant to your field of study • Hourly Co-op Work Term Wages (In-town jobs): Average - $20. 00 Highest - $26. 00 Lowest - $17. 50 • Applying what you have learned “on the job” to future courses and vice versa

Benefits of Co-op • Gaining exposure with up to three different employers In-town Out-of-town Bold Commerce Electronic Arts (EA) Norima Innovations TRIUMF i. Qmetrix Amazon Provincial and Federal Government CSEC - Communications Security Establishment Canada Payworks IBM Priceline Yext

James worked on a virtual reality welding simulator for the government, learning how to integrate the Oculus Rift and Razer Hydra into the Unity 3 D environment the artists had created

Co-op Software Developers at Versatile helped to build the control systems that operate their tractors. Including: engine, brakes, lights, steering, and hydraulics. The students drove tractors to test their work!

Joel made it possible to use an i. Pad to control a $100 k robot!

Benefits of Co-op • Increases your chances of securing the type of job you want when you graduate • Gain valuable employability skills: - Resume and cover letter preparation - Interview skills (including plenty of practice!) - Professional communication skills and conduct

Benefits of Co-op • Establish an extensive list of industry contacts: NETWORKING, NETWORKING! • Peer support, support from the Co-op Office and belonging to the Co-op “community”

Benefits of Co-op The Information and Communications Technology Council’s recent Labour Market Outlook reported: “Job seeking youth…with work experience gained through coop or internship programs will obtain employment that is commensurate with their skills and qualifications. Youth lacking industry experience, however, will find it difficult to secure gainful employment. ”

Eligibility • Be a student in the Computer Science Major or Honours Degree Program • Have completed the majority of 2 nd year required CS courses, with not less than 54 credit hours passed • Your GPA is important, but it’s not everything. Our minimum requirement is a 2. 5 cumulative GPA • Some work, project, or volunteer experience will improve your application package

How you apply: • Create a Career Connect account by going to: www. uofmcareerservices. ca *You must use your “@myumanitoba. ca” email address to create this account* • Sign up for an application interview in the Co-op Resource Room, which is available now. Last available interview date is May 31 st.

How you apply: • Bring a copy of your resume and transcript (unofficial web transcript is fine) to your application interview, a 30 minute meeting • If you appear to meet all eligibility requirements, following this meeting you will receive access to an online application in career. CONNECT to complete the rest of the process • NOTE - This is a 2 step process. An in-person meeting AND an online application. Completing just one or the other will amount to an incomplete/ignored application

For an appointment. . . please contact Ela at: elizabeth. barros@cs. umanitoba. ca

Co-op Student Responsibilities: • Attendance at Co-op meetings and interviews • Adherence to Co-op guidelines and deadlines • Applying for Work Permit (International Students) • Be proactive, professional and respectful in conduct and communication • Once in Co-op, you must maintain full time student status, year round

Manitoba Hydro International Ltd. (MHI Ltd. ) MHI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Manitoba Hydro, one of the largest and longest-standing electric power and gas utilities in Canada. MHI is composed of several divisions, including Manitoba Hydro International Utility Services, the Manitoba HVDC Research Centre, WIRE Services, Manitoba Hydro Telecom, and Manitoba Hydro International Maintenance Services. Each division delivers innovative, world-class products and services in their area of expertise.

Sample Job Description Manitoba Hydro International (MHI) is looking for a hardworking, highly motivated, and passionate Software Developer to join its Software Development Group. This software developer will collaborate with other members of a specialized team developing innovative and engaging solutions for the company’s cloudbased energy management business.

Qualifications • Strong work ethic, ability to work in a team, willingness to learn new skills • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) • Experience with scripting languages and web development • Familiar with Agile principles • Knowledge of relational databases systems • Solid understanding and experience developing Object Oriented solutions • Excellent time management skills with emphasis on attention to detail

Assets • Experience with Java. Script, Python, SQL • Practical experience with Agile methodologies • Understanding of User Experience (UX) or Customer Experience Management (CXM) • Has a firm understanding of the software development lifecycle • Experience developing for Software as a Service (Saa. S) • Knowledge of Angular. js, Pyramid, Backbone. js • Understanding of C#, C++, Java

Inuktun Services Ltd. and the Human-Computer Interaction Lab here at the Uof. M have partnered on a cutting-edge research project: building touch screen interfaces for robots. On this work term you will make a multi-touch interface on a Microsoft Surface to remote control a robotic camera as shown on the right. You will be located in beautiful Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, where Inuktun designs and builds their custom robots, and will work closely but remotely with a Uof. M research team.

Required Skills • Strong programming skills and the ability to learn and adapt to new languages and frameworks • Strong GPA in core CS courses such as HCI, networking and operating systems • Experience with mobile programming, such as android, i. Phone, or windows mobile development would be an asset • High enthusiasm for making cool technology!

FAQ’s • How do I get a Co-op job? • Who pays my wages? • Is there a fee to get in to Co-op? • What if I haven’t completed all of the required second year courses? • When will I find out if I’ve been accepted?

Co-op Information http: //coop. cs. umanitoba. ca

Additional Questions?

Deadline to submit your online application Friday, June 8 th Co-op Office is located at E 2 499, EITC Office Hours are typically 9: 00 am – 4: 00 pm