Meet Alex, a 22-year-old mechatronics engineering student at the University of Waterloo. With a passion for robotics and autonomous systems, Alex has been eagerly applying for co-op positions to gain hands-on experience in the field. Working on a project that involves programming an autonomous vehicle, Alex is particularly excited about opportunities with companies like Kodiak Robotics, hoping to secure a spot that will let them contribute to the future of transportation. They often engage with fellow students on Reddit to share experiences and seek advice about job offers and the industry.