Electronics Graduate Testimonials

I have a B.S. in chemical engineering from Drexel University, and I completed a Ph.D. specializing in computational chemistry at Stanford University. I was interested in pursuing a research career in industry upon completing my studies, so I was looking for opportunities to apply my specialized skillset to industrially relevant research questions. The GOglobal Program was especially appealing by offering the chance to do just that and providing broad exposure to research topics in the semiconductor field through rotational assignments.

My rotational assignments during GOglobal Program allowed me to work on vastly different research topics in diverse groups. This was extremely valuable for me to develop skills like agility to quickly get up to speed and start contributing to new projects. The program also provided unique opportunities to network through mentorship and gain visibility within the company, which will continue to reap benefits throughout my career.

I hold both a bachelor's and master's degree in chemical engineering and joined the company just two weeks after graduation. What attracted me to this program is its focus on commercial training for recent graduates with an engineering background. As an engineering student, I had a rebellious desire to forge my own path rather than follow the conventional routes taken by many of my classmates and seniors. Besides, the chance to participate in three rotational assignments offers me valuable exposure to the electronics industry right at the start of my career, providing insights into various potential career paths. Additionally, one of the rotations includes an international assignment, which has been a long-standing dream of mine. I was eager to experience life in another country and engage with diverse colleagues.

The assignments offer both hard and soft skills training. I have participated in technical knowledge sessions, including internal courses, colleague presentations, and external conferences or exhibitions, which have deepened my understanding of our technologies and industry trends, complementing our daily commercial training. For soft skills, I was encouraged to attend various training sessions such as the ones in Taiwan led by external experts, covering topics from negotiation skills, finance for non-finance professionals, to strategic thinking development. These sessions equipped me with essential skills for a commercial role and provided concepts that have enhanced my project management capabilities. Most importantly, during my time as a trainee, I was honored to have numerous opportunities to interact with the senior leadership team. This exposure allowed me to engage directly with leaders, seek their guidance, and receive valuable career development advice, as they were all willing to share their experiences with me.

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