Computer Science Co-opSpring Info Session 2017

Computer Science Co-op ProgramProgram Staff:

John Braico, Director

Lisa Wise, Co-op Coordinator

Ela Barros, Program Assistant

Co-op Information

http://coop.cs.umanitoba.ca

The Co-op Option

In third and fourth 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 OptionComputer Science Major & Honours

FALL WINTER SUMMER

Year 3 Study 3A Work Term 1 Study 3B

Year 4 Work Term 2 Study 4A Work Term 3

Year 5 Study 4B

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 2A Study 2B Work Term 1

Year 3 Study 3A Study 3B Work Term 2

Year 4 Study 4A Study 4B Work Term 3

See the Co-op Office in December of 2nd year

Registration for upcoming year• Make it a priority to register in July, otherwise you might be

disappointed

• You are required to be a full time student, registered in a minimum of 3 courses

• Important courses: 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?

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 - $19.00Highest - $26.00Lowest - $17.00

• 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-townBold Commerce ShopifyRichardson International TRIUMFiQmetrix AmazonProvincial and Federal Government

CSEC - Communications Security Establishment Canada

Norima Innovations Electronic Arts (EA)Payworks Desire2Learn

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

As a Co-op Software Developer at Versatile, you will help to build the control systems that operate their tractors. Including: engine, brakes, lights, steering, and hydraulics.

You will actually drive the tractors to test your work!

Joel made it possible to use an iPad to control a $100k 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, 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:

“Jobseekingyouth…withworkexperiencegainedthroughco-oporinternshipprogramswillobtainemploymentthatiscommensuratewiththeirskillsandqualifications.Youthlackingindustryexperience,however,willfinditdifficulttosecuregainfulemployment.”

Eligibility • Be a student in the Computer Science Major or Honours

Degree Program

• Have completed the majority of 2nd 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*

• Come to the Co-op Office no later than Wednesday, May 10th to see Lisa or Ela with a print out of your Aurora transcript (unofficial) and your current resume

How you apply: • Allow for a 30 minute meeting which will include a short

interview

• If you appear to meet all eligibility requirements, following this meeting you will receive access to an online application in careerCONNECT 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 (and ignored) application

For an appointment...please contact Lisa at:

lwise@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 and professional 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 cloud-based 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 JavaScript, 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 (SaaS)• Knowledge of Angular.js, Pyramid, Backbone.js • Understanding of C#, C++, Java

Inuktun Services Ltd.Inuktun Services Ltd. and the Human-Computer Interaction Lab here at the UofM 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 UofM 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,

iPhone, 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?

Additional Questions?

Deadline to submit youronline application

Friday, May 12thCo-op Office is located at E2 499, EITC

Office Hours are typically 9:00am – 4:00pm