From a student tackling two engineering majors to a graduate with a job in STEM, Molouk has not only worked towards achieving her own career goals but has been an advocate for change for women in STEM.

Changing the perception of what an engineer should look like

“As a part of the Society of Women Engineers, I had the opportunity of presenting to two local middle schools about engineering. These opportunities have enabled me to inspire and encourage the participants to take mathematics and science-related subjects seriously while at school. I realized when asking middle schoolers what they had thought engineers looked like, many of them described men in their households who worked in construction or on cars. I took pride in letting them understand that it is possible for anyone to achieve their dreams of being engineers even when the field is male-dominated.”

Reflecting on her undergraduate career

“I graduated from university with high distinction in four years with two degrees in engineering fields–computer and electrical–and a minor in applied arts despite being a first-generation minority student. 

“I overcame the challenges of holding two senior positions in the student organization bodies, working three jobs on campus, and still delivering school work and community. Most importantly, having had the opportunity to motivate young women in the community about engineering is what I am most proud of.”

On to the next journey

“I have accepted a 3 ½  year post-graduate job with Ford Motor Company that I am excited to begin soon. This will enable me to continue pursuing my passions in engineering by gaining experience and hands-on skills in a variety of subspecialties. I am hoping that on this journey, I can utilize my minor in applied arts to learn skills in marketing, UX, and digital design. I am very excited for the chance to put into practice the skills I developed through university laboratory sessions and I am also currently thinking about going back for my master's when the opportunity arises.”