Enrique Rodriguez is a senior computer science major currently working as an IT Support Intern at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers®. He works with a small team to code custom websites for the corporate office. Rodriguez’s time at Freddy’s has helped him grow as a developer and student.
“My skills in web and database development have increased immensely thanks to this position. It has also helped me improve my planning and organizational skills.”
While interning along with finishing his degree, Rodriguez has experienced first-hand the modern workplace, sometimes working from home or at the university between classes.
“In this position, especially as a student finishing my degree, I have had to adapt to changing schedules and shifting deadlines. I believe that being mobile and adaptable is the future of the workplace,” he said.
Getting hands-on experience at Freddy’s has helped Rodriguez gain confidence in his abilities that he will take with him once he graduates.
“This experience has taught me how to approach a real-world problem and design and develop a comprehensive solution. When users interact with my programs, I receive great feedback which helps build my confidence in my skill. This confidence is invaluable when seeking out new opportunities in my software development career,” he stated.
While he is interested in working for a video game publisher after completing his degree, Rodriguez has learned the importance of getting experience in his field of study.
“Working for Freddy’s has shown me that there is opportunity in every industry to improve with technology, especially software development, which is the heart of that technology.”
Wichita State's applied learning program gives students hands-on, paid experience
with industry partners, helping them build careers before graduation.
For more information, contact theShocker Career Acceleratorat (316) 978-3688, SCA@wichita.edu, or visitwichita.edu/Career. You can also stop by in person at the Marcus Welcome Center, Suite 139, on the Wichita
State campus.
