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Jul 26, 2024

Finding the Right Path Through Perseverance and Co-op

Through his drive and self-motivation, David Long, E’78, mechanical engineering technology, made the most out of his co-op experiences, which laid the groundwork for a 40-year career in nuclear power.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

Jul 25, 2024

Exploring New Career Opportunities Through Co-op

Through his co-op journey, Peter Woskov, E’07, mechanical engineering technology, learned to leave the door open for new experiences, allowing him to have a successful career after graduating.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

Jul 24, 2024

Co-ops Set Foundation for Successful Patent Attorney Career

With a desire to work independently and a lasting appreciation for chemical engineering developed through three co-ops, Robert Goldberg, E’59, built a successful career as a patent attorney representing chemical engineering companies.

Chemical Engineering

Jul 19, 2024

Expanding Career Opportunities Through the Galante Engineering Business Program

Through continued interest in the field, Tejas Karwa, E’23, industrial engineering, MS’24, data analytics engineering, joined the Galante Engineering Business Program to expand his knowledge of the engineering industry and broaden his career prospects.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

Jul 19, 2024

How This PlusOne Student Used Opportunities at Northeastern To Fulfill Her Passion for Service

Driven by a passion for giving back to her community, Alex Lewis, E’22, industrial engineering, MS’23, engineering management, engaged with multiple Northeastern organizations to serve and volunteer while completing her degrees, including the Galante Engineering Business Program.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

Jul 19, 2024

Creating a Sustainable Future Through Engineering Management

Paul Van Trotsenburg, E’22, mechanical engineering, MS’23, engineering management, plans to fully utilize his two degrees by working to create sustainable energy solutions and help address the climate crisis.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

Jul 05, 2024

Finding Her Passion in Biomechanics Through Co-ops

Co-ops at Insulet and the U.S. Army DEVCOM Soldier Center helped Elizabeth Klemm, E’23, bioengineering and biomedical engineering, determined her career path. She continued at the Soldier Center after graduating, focusing on helmet mass research and how the distribution of that mass may impact soldier performance.

Bioengineering

Jun 05, 2024

Three Engineering Co-ops and an MBA Lead to Executive Success

Timothy Williams, E’06, mechanical engineering, had success as an engineer in the aerospace industry, which he attributes to a series of three co-ops as a Northeastern undergraduate. He also got an MBA from the D’Amore-McKim School of Business and is now COO at Innofiber.

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering