Meet Alex Chen, a pragmatic and resourceful second-year engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Raised in a family of educators, Alex has always been taught the importance of self-reliance and hard work. While they appreciate the co-op program at Waterloo, Alex believes in taking a proactive approach to career development. Their experience in securing summer internships has made them a vocal advocate for students to explore all opportunities, reminding peers that success in the job market often requires resilience and initiative.