Launching your career: A guide to success after graduation

About David Huynh

David earned an Honours Bachelor of Environmental Studies degree from the School of Planning at the University of Waterloo in 2002 and has since been a dedicated alumnus, giving his time to mentor and support young planning professionals. Joining Bousfields Inc. in 2004 and becoming a partner in 2015, David specializes in land use planning, contributing to numerous intensification, infill, and greenfield projects across Toronto and the GTA, encompassing residential, commercial, office, institutional, and mixed-use developments. As a full member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and a Registered Professional Planner in Ontario, David is committed to Bousfields Inc.'s collaborative approach, fostering strong relationships with clients, consultants, community members, and municipal staff to achieve positive outcomes.

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Key takeaways

  • Get exposed to jobs in your field.
  • There are many ways to get involved such as working in consulting firms or planning departments in corporations.
  • Be adaptable
  • Be open to new opportunities
  • Be open to change

Job search tips

  • Make your resume standout.
  • Create a network.
  • Establish connections with the people in your field.
  • Connect with UWaterloo alumni and professors.
  • Reach out to other students
  • Join organizations (such as Urban Land Institute)

Contact information

Want to connect with David? Send a message on LinkedIn or send David an email at dhuynh@bousfeilds.ca