I am an older student who prior to obtaining my degree, has spent several years in a management role with Starbucks Coffee Company. This experience has given me the opportunity to work as a member of a team towards a common goal, sharpening many skills and making me a more effective leader. More recently, I have gained industry skills as a Hardware Engineering Co-op at Mercury Computer Systems. Over the last 18 months, I have been able to apply my education, team and interpersonal skills, and my passion for learning to a position in a fast pace environment with cutting edge technologies.