Welcome to the Student & Emerging Professionals Track
As you take your first steps into the world of ergonomics, navigating the transition from student to professional can feel both exciting and overwhelming. That’s why the Student & Emerging Professionals Track at the Applied Ergonomics Conference is designed specifically for those who are preparing to launch their careers or are new to the field. These sessions offer invaluable insights from experienced professionals who have walked this path before—sharing their lessons, challenges, and advice to help you succeed.
For the first time ever, we’re livestreaming the Students/Emerging Professionals track on Tuesday, March 18th! If you’re looking to launch or transition into an ergonomics career, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals in the field. Join us in person or virtually to gain insights, strategies, and career advice to start strong in ergonomics!
Tuesday March 18, 2025 Sessions – Student & Emerging Professionals Track
8:00 – 9:30 AM (Salon 4)
- “Entering the Field: Advice for Soon-to-Be Grads, Post Grads, and New Hires” – Sydney Kelley, Cintas Corporation
- “Making the Shift into Ergonomics – Now What?” – Lauren Krywy, Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics
- “What I’ve Learned During The Last Thirty Years” – Jose Banaag, Retired
3:00 – 4:30 PM (Salon 4)
- “Transitioning into Ergonomics: Leveraging Your Skills and Experience” Round Table – Kaysey Aguilar
Check out the IISE website if you haven’t already registered!
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Why Sandalwood?
We are a one-stop-shop for launching job rotation for any employer from conception to implementation. Our experts tailor our services to meet the needs of our customers by collaborating with them throughout the entire process. We do not offer cookie cutter solutions for job rotation because the needs of employers vary significantly.
Why Sandalwood?
Sandalwood is pleased to offer solutions above and beyond the traditional ergonomic assessments. With an in-depth knowledge of various digital human modelling software suites, integration and adoption to your health and safety programs has never been easier. Sandalwood is experienced in ergonomic program design as well as industry leaders in digital human modelling services. We have a diverse team that is able the leverage the results from the digital human model to provide in depth risk assessments of future designs and current state. Sandalwood is also able to pair these assessments with expertise and provide guidance on the best solution for you. Sandalwood is also on the forefront of emerging technologies and able to integrate Motion capture, Wearables, and extended or virtual reality into your ergonomic program.
