Muhammad Alliyu is a Sophomore Software Engineering major and was hired by Cognex Corporation as a Software Engineering intern for the summer of 2023.
What did you work on this summer?
As a Software Engineering intern at Cognex I collaborated with seasoned engineers to refine and elevate computer vision algorithms, resulting in improved accuracy and performance. I also supported software development, including testing, and debugging for diverse computer vision applications. I also got to actively participate in pioneering research initiatives and delved into state-of-the-art methodologies and technologies within the realm of computer vision.
What was the best thing about your job?
Every task that I did was unique and challenging in its own way. I loved that I was always working outside my comfort zone and thereby learned a lot while providing value to the company.
What’s great about your company?
The people. I was privileged to work alongside amazing people who trusted my skills and weren’t afraid to let me take on challenging tasks and were always ready to help with any problems I encounter. The company’s motto of ‘Work Hard, Play Hard’ sums it all up. This helped create a really great experience for me.
How did you find your internship opportunity?
I found this internship at the Career Fair.
How did the Career Connections Center help you with your internship search?
The Career Connections Center helped me with my resume, my LinkedIn profile and helped me to prepare for interviews with the company.
