Student & Alumni Stories
Shirshak Nepal
Master of Engineering (Telecommunications)
Studying at MIT has been invaluable in kick-starting my career in the Telecommunication industry. Through the compulsory internship program, I landed a part-time job in the networking field even though I was still halfway through my degree. After graduating, I was employed with a company named XLATE for three years followed by my recent move to Telstra where I look after Managed Services and Projects for our CISCO clients. What stands out for me is that most of the subjects I studied in my postgrad degree has been essential in all the three roles I’ve undertaken. It’s fair to say the degree has provided me with the practical knowledge and vital skills I’ve needed on the job. As a student at MIT, I also learnt to cultivate a positive can-do attitude and got to study with like-minded peers who motivated me to push my limits. That has certainly paid off for me as I continue to test my limits in my new role – juggling different projects, learning new technologies and enhancing my knowledge for bigger and better things.
Shamika Wijesinghalage
Master of Engineering (Telecommunications)
Choosing MIT has been the best decision I’ve made for my further studies in the telecommunication field. I originally chose MIT because the engineering degree is accredited by Engineers Australia and because of MIT’s great location in the heart of the city. After studying here, I’ve found that MIT also takes a holistic approach to education and provides the utmost care and assistance to students. I’ve received one-on-one help when I’ve struggled with assignments and lab work, and lecturers have also stayed back after class to help me figure out any concepts I had trouble with. The degree is very practical - I’ve been involved in project work that requires us to find engineering solutions in existing systems, and solve real-time problems – all skills that will be useful on the job. Studying this course at MIT has definitely increased my confidence to pursue my passion in the telecommunication industry.
Neeharika Gupta
Master of Engineering (Telecommunications)
The internship I’m undertaking as part of my degree has taken my learning to a whole new level. My role as Project Coordinator takes me on fieldwork projects for Telstra where I get hands-on with diagnosing and fixing faults to power panels – something that is directly related to my studies! Having the chance to work on the equipment and technologies in real-time is just incredible and gives a lucidity that I would not have received just from textbooks alone. I’ve also learnt skills that I feel gives me an advantage in the workforce – time management, safety skills, good work ethic and knowledge of work responsibilities on the job. MIT has been integral in helping me gain this amazing internship and I’m really grateful to my Professor who believed in me, and Jared (Careers Advisor) who coached me. It’s clear that MIT not only wants to see its students succeed, but they’re also willing to put in the effort to do so.
