Over the past 14 years, I’ve had the privilege of working with many Southeastern CMPS students between Envoc’s CMPS 383 class as well as students who have worked part-time with Envoc while they are still in school. I’ve been thoroughly impressed with their dedication, professionalism, and eagerness to learn. The Students have consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and a genuine enthusiasm for their roles. These young professionals have not only met but often exceeded my expectations. Their contributions have made a positive impact on our projects, and they have seamlessly integrated into our team, quickly becoming valuable assets. In fact, the overwhelming majority of students who work with us part-time transition into full-time employees post graduation which has been a tremendous success in our recruiting efforts. I appreciate the effort Southeastern has put into nurturing such promising talent and look forward to continuing our partnership for many years to come! — Robert Schroeder
Envoc is a software development firm that writes software you can’t buy “off the shelf.” Envoc uses SOLID design principles in a Test-Driven Development (TDD) environment to create Mobile Apps, Portals, Integrations, Dashboards, and Software for Businesses that create a “Better Reality” for their clients. Envoc is adept at helping companies identify and pay down “Technical Debt” associated with legacy systems, quick-and-dirty design decisions of the past, and aging software systems. Envoc does not outsource or utilize overseas labor and is very active in Louisiana Universities and the technical community through numerous speaking engagements.
Envoc also has a products division which has innovated some exciting products in the mobile space. AppMelt is a platform for creating iOS and Android mobile apps without the need for a programmer (www.appmelt.com). FlipFire is a two-way broadcast and subscription-based text-messaging platform (www.flipfiresms.com). BubbleVision is a cloud-based bubble-sheet grading package available for educational institutions.
Envoc would like to thank the Southeastern Louisiana University Computer Science department and faculty for allowing Envoc to occasionally invade their classrooms, influence the curriculum, and challenge the students with real-world project assignments. Envoc has had the pleasure of interning and hiring almost a dozen Computer Science students and alumni. Constant learning is a requirement in our field and the Southeastern Graduates understand that, just like a doctor or lawyer, they are entering into a “practice” that requires continual training, refinement and innovation. Envoc is so impressed with the Southeastern Computer Science Department that it believes that many of the graduates will know more about Software Development when they graduate, than the people that will be interviewing them — the curriculum is THAT good.
I have been recruiting IT interns/full-time staff from Southeastern for over 10 years. The students have always showcased impressive technical skills and a strong work ethic. Both the Office of Career Services and the IT professors at Southeastern facilitated a smooth on-campus recruiting process. The interns and full-time staff we’ve hired from Southeastern have added tremendous value in a variety of areas across our business.
—Missy Judice, Manager, Talent Sourcing and Programs, Talent Acquisition
As the COO of Elevator3, a leading technology consulting firm based in Baton Rouge, I’m delighted to share our experience working with interns from Southeastern Louisiana University’s Computer Science program.
The talent we’ve encountered from Southeastern’s Computer Science students has been nothing short of exceptional. These individuals come to us with a solid foundation of technical knowledge and a strong ability to adapt to real-world projects. It’s been impressive to see how quickly they can integrate into our teams and start making meaningful contributions.
What sets Southeastern’s interns apart is not just their technical skills, but also their alignment with our company culture. They bring a sense of enthusiasm and dedication that fits seamlessly with our team dynamics, making collaboration smooth and effective.
Furthermore, the retention rate of Southeastern’s interns at Elevator3 has been notably high. Many of them have transitioned into full-time roles within our company, demonstrating their value and commitment to our organization.
We commend Southeastern Louisiana University for fostering such a talented pool of Computer Science students. The quality of education and preparation they receive is evident in their ability to hit the ground running and excel in a professional setting.
Thank you, Southeastern, for consistently delivering top-notch interns who contribute to the success of Elevator3 and beyond. — Nathan Arant, COO, Elevator3
A Deloitte Software Development and Hiring Manager speaking about Computer Science student presentations: “I was impressed by the effort the students went through to deliver projects and the amount of work I know went into it. I was much more impressed by the soft skills I observed. I have observed over time that, in general, computer science students do not communicate very well but most of the [Southeastern] students were so comfortable speaking in front of the audience. I do expect to see the growth in the students from the time they take the CMPS 285 class to the time they take CMPS 411 but even the 285 students presented really well. The effort that the faculty give toward development of the students is really showing. Keep up the good/hard work and it will continue to pay benefits for all those that receive.”
In the United States, Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries have 57,000 professionals with a single focus: serving our clients and helping them solve their toughest problems. We work in four key business areas – audit, financial advisory, tax and consulting – but our real strength comes from combining the talents of those groups to address clients’ needs. Fortune and BusinessWeek consistently rank our organization among the best places to work, which is good news for our talent and our clients alike. When the best people tackle the most compelling challenges, everyone wins.
