Giordana Sardelli, Project Specialist – Engineering, NGDP Cohort 2022-2024

Q – Tell us about the impact the program had on your career.

The New Graduate Development Program allowed me to expand my network and meet a lot of people along the way. Through the different rotations and roles that I was able to take on, I made a lot of connections with people at the different plants and the office. I was also able to work with people across different departments, which has helped me a lot in my current role.

Q – What did you appreciate the most in the program?

This program allowed me to discover new interests and new career opportunities. With a background in chemical engineering, I thought I had to follow a certain path. This program allowed me to get out of my comfort zone and try something new. That is how I found an interest in automation engineering, which is now my current role at IPEX.

Q – How has the program helped you to achieve your goals?

This program allowed me to experience different environments and departments, both in a manufacturing plant and at the corporate level in the office. It gave me the opportunity to work with different teams and under different managers, where I was able to develop my skillset and learn from others. This program allowed me to work on a diverse range of projects and finally led me to my current position in Automation Engineering, which I couldn’t be more excited about.

Q – Why would you recommend new graduates to apply?

I would highly recommend this rotational program to new graduates because it helps you get a feel for different departments and career opportunities. It may also allow you to get out of your comfort zone and try something new. Once the program is over, you will have made a lot of connections and worked with many departments. You will also be more confident in yourself and your career.

Q – If you were to summarize the program in one sentence, what would it be?

This program led me to a career path that I never thought I would be on and where I met new people, and it has been incredibly rewarding.