Meet Tiffany Chan
Tiffany hosting a workshop at her Alma Mater (Queen’s University) in partnership with Queen’s Women in Computing!
Tiffany Chan graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Computing degree from Queen’s University in 2019. She currently works as a Transformation Initiative Specialist at Scotiabank. In her spare time, Tiffany enjoys DIYs and macrame, cooking, baking, and travelling.
When did your love of STEM begin?
Growing up, I was always fascinated and surrounded by Technology as my father was a Computer Engineer. I remember he would help build my computer or bring home the newest technologies to explore. Unfortunately, he passed away when I was 13 and I never got the chance to fully understand what he did within the STEM field. As I got older, I explored this curiosity by taking my first Computer Science course in High School where my love for STEM blossomed and connection to my father strengthened. I also had a strong female CS Teacher who had a successful career in the industry and she was the first woman I met who demonstrated to me I too could succeed in a male dominated field.
What is the best part about working in the field of STEM?
It's a very multifaceted field with a diverse range of opportunities and roles to explore. When I started my career, I had the privilege to complete a technology rotational program with experiences ranging from being a Data Engineer to a Technical Delivery Lead - two very different roles. It's a field for curious minds who are not afraid to create disruption and innovation in which the contributions you make can directly impact the world for the better.
What advice would you give young women interested in a career in STEM?
My advice is that YOU DO BELONG and can provide impactful contributions - no matter your experience or background, so never stop seeking opportunities for yourself. Through my STEM career journey, I've always doubted my abilities and felt like an imposter. It wasn't until meeting and having other women in STEM support me to show me that I'm not alone in this.