Student Turns Love of Computers into Full-time Job
When it came to choosing a college, Azzam Aziz knew exactly where he was going. Making a career choice, however, was a bit more challenging.
“I chose WCC because my family went there,” said Aziz. “The teachers there help on a personal level and offer hands-on learning experiences. When I got there I knew I wanted to do something related to computers. I just didn’t know what exactly.”
That’s where WCC’s extensive IT offerings and experienced professors came to the rescue. Students at WCC learn current technologies from instructors who work in the field.
Exploring an Interest
“I started by taking a C++ class and I just fell in love with programming. It challenges me; it requires a lot of logical thinking and problem solving,” said Aziz.
It was through WCC and his new found love for programming that Aziz was able to catapult his skills into an externship with IT in the D, a non-profit organization designed to give students short practical experiences in the IT field. From there, a job with Title Source, a sister company of Quicken Loans, quickly followed.
Wanting to continue his education, Aziz plans on transferring to Eastern Michigan University to finish his bachelor’s degree.
Doing What You Love
Finding programming has helped Aziz turn a passion for computers into a profession that he loves. Finding your passion is something, he feels, everyone is capable of.
“Spend time finding out what excites you, what profession might you be into,” he offers. “To succeed you need to have goals to achieve, work hard and work smart. And be sure to try WCC, you will not be disappointed. You will get the advantage of having teachers spending more time with you.”