Ansys University Relations newsletter January 2021

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/ What our 2020 interns & co-ops have to say:

this issue Ansys Internship Program P.1

“Working to develop the best simulation software in the world has been an amazing learning experience. When you finally have the opportunity to apply what you have learned in school to real-world applications, you start to see what potential you have for the future… Although I have not physically met my Ansys team, I feel I am just as much a part of the team working halfway across the country.” — Derek, Computer Science, University of Texas at Dallas “The Ansys Internship Program has given me a glimpse into multiple sides of the product development process — management, programming, marketing, etc. I have learned the importance of communication and learning from those around you. My engineering knowledge has been pushed in creative ways while exploring the new software.”

— Daphnie, Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics, University of Pennsylvania “From working with Ansys products at school to working for Ansys to develop new products, interning at Ansys is an irreplaceable, enriching learning experience. It was a dream come true for me.”

—Hardik, Mechanical Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Employee Spotlight: Al Hancq P.2

The Ansys Internship Program We are actively recruiting our summer 2021 interns & co-ops!

The best future engineers and computer scientists are currently studying hard to learn all they can to graduate from college in the next few years. We want to identify and work with these students while they are still in school to add professional experience to their portfolios. Each semester, we offer some of the best students the opportunity to feel the thrill of bringing innovation to life through simulation technology. While Ansys hosts interns around the world, we have specifically included more detail on our U.S.-based programs in this issue.

Our U.S. Internship Program We make sure our interns receive challenging assignments related to their field of study by connecting them with the Ansys business unit that matches their interests. They take on entry-level roles in software development, software testing or software R&D, depending on their preferences and our needs.

Each intern works 40 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks. Interning for multiple semesters is a possibility for high-performing students who want to enhance their work experience and who fill a need at Ansys.

If returning for multiple rotations, each rotation provides new, challenging assignments to progressively develop each student’s unique technical competencies.

Our U.S. Co-op Program While interns spend a summer with Ansys, co-op students alternate between school and full-time work assignments each semester for an extended real-world work experience. Beginning sophomore year and in partnership with the student’s university co-op department, students participate in up to three (3) semester rotations for engineers and two (2) semesters for computer science majors, working 40 hours per week.

Internship & Co-op Program Benefits • Paid compensation • Innovative, real-world work experience • Instruction by industry experts • Team building and collaboration • Training and development • Full-time hiring consideration upon completion of internship or co-op programs Interested in interning at Ansys?

Each year, we select a group of interns to join Ansys industry experts in working with our software solutions and services. The 2021 Internship recruitment program is in progress, so apply now via our careers page!

Can’t find the opportunity you’re looking for?

Be the first to know about opportunities that may interest you by joining Ansys’ Talent Community!

Creating a profile allows you to sign up for job alerts so that you receive notifications as soon as available positions are posted.

Our Mission Empower our customers to design and deliver transformational products through pervasive simulation.

Our Ansys Values •

Customer Focus

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Results and accountability

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Innovation

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Transparency and Integrity

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Mastery

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Inclusiveness

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Sense of urgency

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Collaboration and teamwork

Employee Spotlight: Al Hancq An internship is more than an opportunity to gain working experience — it can be the first step in a long and exciting career. But don’t take our word for it: Read what Al Hancq, Vice President, Product, at Ansys has to say about his 1994 intern experience with the company, which led to a full-time position.

Hi, I’m Al. My Title Vice President, Product What I Really Do It’s important to know if the products we use every day will break … get too hot … be too noisy … At Ansys, we get to build products before they’re built — to make sure they work better and safer. I feel proud to be part of that.

Why I Choose Ansys Ansys was and continues to be a leading technology company, but with a grassroots feel that breaks down barriers and encourages learning, asking questions, and solving bold technical challenges. We have a sense of community I feel privileged to be a part of. I grew up right down the street from our headquarters and had no idea of the impact Ansys has on the world we live in. We have a global gem in our Western Pennsylvania backyard.

At Ansys, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where people from distinct backgrounds can come together

Our Commitment to Education I’m a major advocate for our internship program. I started as an intern myself in 1994, so I know firsthand the value of the experience.

You are learning in school, then coming to work at Ansys and applying that theory to solve reallife problems. Our interns provide incredibly meaningful contributions to our teams. They are so smart and impressive — I don’t think I’d get the job if I had to go up against them today!

My Best Advice Don’t be afraid to fail. At Ansys, we don’t have a culture where there are repercussions if you fail.

In fact, we encourage failure because that means our people are trying new things.

Ask questions. Get to know people. Don’t be afraid of feeling overwhelmed. Learn. Volunteer for work. There are plenty of opportunities to move around — up, down, diagonal, into sales, into development — don’t limit your possibilities.

Leaders: Your first priority is always your people.

Be a good shepherd for your team.

to support each other and solve our customers’ problems. We respect, value, embrace and are strengthened by the unique perspectives that our employees bring to work each day to make us ONE Ansys.

To follow Al and other Ansys employee stories in the coming months and to get a first hand view of what our authentic, engaging, and diverse culture is all about be sure to follow our hashtag #LifeAtAnsys on social.