Stephen McCausland
Through his work terms at the Vancouver International Airport and the City of Abbotsford, co-op helped Stephen McCausland identify and explore the professional applications of his degree in Human Geography.
Following his co-op term at YVR, Stephen stepped into a new experience as a Community Planning Student for the City of Abbotsford, his hometown. Stephen feels his past experience with Geographic Information Systems at YVR prepared him exceptionally well for the position, and he is thrilled to be putting his urban planning aspirations into practice. Stephen has been involved in a number of projects at the City, but a special highlight has been contributing to the community plan for McKee Peak, the Abbotsford neighbourhood where his parents live! In addition to building his experience in urban planning, Stephen has focused on developing his professional network and reputation in the planning field. Reflecting on his experience in networking, Stephen says he has found remarkable success by completing his work diligently while cultivating deep relationships with his colleagues and supervisors. Stephen believes this approach will allow him to achieve his goals in urban planning, especially since his supervisors have recruited him as a part-time staff member in the department. Through co-op, Stephen has developed skills, experiences, and relationships that are allowing him to realize his professional dreams.
Stephen McCausland
Through his work terms at the Vancouver International Airport and the City of Abbotsford, co-op helped Stephen McCausland identify and explore the professional applications of his degree in Human Geography.
Following his co-op term at YVR, Stephen stepped into a new experience as a Community Planning Student for the City of Abbotsford, his hometown. Stephen feels his past experience with Geographic Information Systems at YVR prepared him exceptionally well for the position, and he is thrilled to be putting his urban planning aspirations into practice. Stephen has been involved in a number of projects at the City, but a special highlight has been contributing to the community plan for McKee Peak, the Abbotsford neighbourhood where his parents live! In addition to building his experience in urban planning, Stephen has focused on developing his professional network and reputation in the planning field. Reflecting on his experience in networking, Stephen says he has found remarkable success by completing his work diligently while cultivating deep relationships with his colleagues and supervisors. Stephen believes this approach will allow him to achieve his goals in urban planning, especially since his supervisors have recruited him as a part-time staff member in the department. Through co-op, Stephen has developed skills, experiences, and relationships that are allowing him to realize his professional dreams.