GRADUATE WORK-READY
Connect with industry on campus , undertake an internship or enhance your professional skills in the way that works best for you . Whether you want to unlock your leadership potential or start thinking like an entrepreneur , you ’ ll have access to programs that leave you prepared for leadership , success and – most importantly – life .
Student Leaders Network ( SLN )
SLN is a one-year program that prepares you to be an engineering leader . You ’ ll meet industry professionals through workshops , industry site visits , networking evenings , and a student-organised leadership summit . This experience will help you to develop critical employability skills , such as leadership , teamwork and communication , that are highly regarded by employers .
Design competitions
Engineering competitions are great opportunities to hone your skills , gain real-world exposure , and may well be a stepping stone to greater things . Our students have participated in numerous design competitions , most notably Shell Eco-marathon Asia , Thailand SAE Auto Challenge-Student Formula , National Chem-E-Car Malaysia , GreenTech Youth Innovation Challenge , and Monash University Australia ’ s Warman Student Design and Build competitions .
Industry engagement
Our engineering disciplines are supported by dedicated industry advisory panels , which provide high-level input on engineering education in Malaysia and on emerging and anticipated industry needs . Many of our students ’ final-year and research projects are conducted in collaboration with industry partners , as well as internships and work placements . Industry leaders also contribute through career talks , guest lectures and seminars .
Research opportunities
Experience a genuine research environment through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program . You ’ ll learn from lecturers who are leading researchers in their field , and acquire knowledge and skills that ’ ll prepare you for your final year project and higher degree studies .
Work experience
Classrooms provide the foundation for your engineering journey . Work experience amplifies your learning and hones your hands-on skills . As an Engineering student , you ’ ll go on a 12-week internship after your third year . You ’ ll enhance your technical and professional skills , build industry connections and acquire skills that will give you an edge in the competitive employment market .
Volunteering
Engineers Without Borders is an international volunteer organisation that works with developing communities to achieve sustainable , responsible and economical engineering solutions . Our student chapter is involved in a wide range of projects that you can be a part of . It ’ s a unique opportunity for you to make a positive impact on your local community and to develop important skills such as leadership , teamwork , time management and project management .
Our students have previously participated in :
• hosting a life skills workshop for refugee students from the Fugee School
• fundraising and installing a micro hydro generator for a school in Budok Aru , Sarawak , in collaboration with Lightup Borneo
• organising a bridge-building competition for refugee students from IDEAS Academy
• constructing a workshop for a shelter home , and a storage room and multi-purpose hall for Positive Living Community
• renovating the Chin Student Organisation Refugee School and Zomi School in collaboration with Voice of Refugee
• organising an instrument-making workshop for youth with GoodKids Malaysia .
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