Meet Alex, a 20-year-old Engineering student at the University of Waterloo who is currently in their second co-op term. Growing up in a small town, Alex always dreamed of building cutting-edge technology that could change the world. Passionate about hands-on learning, they thrive in the dynamic co-op environment, where they work part-time at a startup focused on renewable energy solutions. When not hitting the books or coding, Alex enjoys hiking and being outdoors, believing nature is the best source of inspiration.