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Employers SAY...
The diversity our deaf employee has brought to our team has made us so much better because he thinks in a different way than we do. His different perspective has definitely made a contribution to what we do.
Disney ESPN Media Networks - Bristol, Conn.
The student display listings are grouped alphabetical within graduation year.
3D Digital Design
Motion Capture Team 2020
Andrew's advice is not to be afraid to try new things; supervisors will appreciate students taking initiatives and being open to trying new things.
Engineering Studies - MECE
Turbine Design and Services Engineer
Bradley's advice is to do very well in school, read as much as you can, work on communication and technical writing skills, and stay on top of your assignments.
Business Administration - Finance
Financial Intelligence Intern at Quicken Loans
Anthony's advice to students is to start networking as soon as you feel ready to take a leap into your career path.
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Project Engineer
Explore more during your internships. Get as many different experiences as you can and you’ll be able to decide which type of work you like best.
Design and Imaging Technology
Creative Designer
Malia's advice is to believe in yourself as others will see your hard work and education come through, and people will see what you have learned along the way.
Engineering Studies - EEEE
Controls Application Engineer
Vincent's advice is to maintain a good work life balance throughout school, time flies when you're in school, so be sure to enjoy it.
Biomedical Science - BS
Research and Development Intern
Feeza Jafar explores the field of research and development as a co-op intern at Dow Chemical Company
Computer Aided Drafting Technology
CAD Intern at US Bureau of Reclamation
Ryan's advice to students is to understand that you may need more time to figure out and understand what you truly want to do for yourself, your career and the future.
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Visiting Researcher
RIT/NTID alumnus Samuel Lum explores stem cell research at John Hopkins University.
Applied Computer Technology
Information Technology Intern
Arturo's advice is to study hard and take the classes seriously because everything you learn in class does help you to be successful working in those fields.
Design and Imaging Technology - AAS
Multimedia Designer, Photographer, Videographer
Miko Arayata enjoys using his design skills to create materials that tell a story for his clients.
Communications and Psychology
Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist
RIT/NTID alumna Cecilia Grugan works as an equal opportunity employment specialist at the U.S. EEOC and loves the ability to help create opportunities for others.
Administrative Support Technology - AAS
Administrative Assistant
On co-op, Hussein Chahine gained experience in versatility and a good base of knowledge for a future career.
New Media Design - BFA
Digital Media Coordinator
RIT/NTID alumnus Keith Delk works as a creative professional in a fast moving digital world.
Accounting - BS
Accounting Specialist
Knowledge of Excel and general ledger skills allow Natalya Dmitriyeva to accomplish the monthly goal of balancing the books.
Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management - BS/M.Eng.
Supply Chain Intern
Christopher Fenn took advantage of his co-op experience at General Electric to leave his comfort zone and try new things.
Computer Integrated Machining Technology - AOS
Machine Operator
On co-op as a machinist at Gleason Works, Connor Fitzgerald used what he learned in his NTID courses to get up and running quickly and was offered and accepted a full-time job.
Laboratory Science Technology, AAS
Lab Technician
On co-op at Merck, Michelle Mailhot used her lab science skill set to learn even more about her chosen field.
Business Administration Accounting - BS
Corporate accounting intern
Marlet Mancera credits her co-op with providing her with business knowledge and skills in business communication.
Biomedical Science
Analytical Scientist Intern
The NTID Job Fair helped Vanessa Bacellar parlay her Chemistry skills into an interesting co-op for a major corporation.