Meet Alex, a determined third-year Computer Science student at the University of Waterloo. After successfully landing a couple of co-op positions in previous cycles, Alex is eager to find a Software Engineering role for Cycle 3 that offers not just decent pay but also valuable experience. Juggling a busy schedule filled with coding projects and volunteer work, Alex often seeks advice from peers to navigate the co-op application maze and remains optimistic about landing the perfect opportunity despite some recent setbacks.