Memorandum – Formal Report Proposal

MEMORANDUM

To: Dr. Erika Paterson

From: Yifan Wang, ENGL 301

Date: Oct 14, 2021

Subject: Overview of Proposal for Better Preparing UBC CS Students for Job Markets by Extending Functionalities of CSSS

Please find the full text of proposal in the attachment. Below is a summary of the key points.

Introduction – The CS (Computer Science, referred as CS hereafter) department of the University of British Columbia has a high world ranking, and provides solid education in CS fundamentals.
Statement of Problem – Lack of career preparation makes it hard for CS students to find Co-op and full-time jobs. CSSS (Computer Science Student Society, referred as CSSS hereafter) does not provide adequate services to address this problem.
Proposed Solution – Extend current functionalities of CSSS to provide online resource compilation, in-person workshops, and networking opportunities with alumni in tech industry.
Scope – Interview current CS students and gauge people’s interests and ideas through survey.
Qualifications – My study as a CS student, and job-seeking experience for both Co-op and full-time jobs.
Conclusion – Wrap up.

The research will begin once this proposal is approved. Please feel free to ask any question.