Ryan Yuen
About Ryan Yuen
Ryan Yuen is a Diversity & Inclusion Co-op Student at the Government of Canada, where he has worked since 2021 in Calgary, Alberta. He holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Law & Society from the University of Calgary and aspires to pursue a graduate degree in International Relations.
Work at Government of Canada
Ryan Yuen has been employed at the Government of Canada as a Diversity & Inclusion Co-op Student since 2021. This role is based in Calgary, Alberta, and is part of a three-year commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the organization. Prior to this position, he worked as a Corporate Finance Co-op Student at the Government of Canada for four months in Edmonton, Alberta, in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Yuen holds a Bachelor's degree in Arts from the University of Calgary, where he studied International Relations and Law & Society from 2017 to 2021. His academic focus included international organizations, Canadian law, and international law. He also studied General Social Science at the University of Ottawa for one year in 2016-2017. Ryan aspires to pursue a graduate degree in International Relations.
Background
Ryan Yuen has a multicultural background, having lived abroad, which provides him with unique cultural perspectives. He is fluent in four languages: English, French, Mandarin, and Cantonese. His experience includes working with youth, particularly in volunteerism and sports, which he engaged in as a Youth Volunteer Corps Team Leader at Youth Central from 2018 to 2020.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Ryan Yuen gained experience as an International Programs Assistant Co-op Student at the University of Calgary for four months in 2019. Additionally, he worked as a Corporate Performance Co-op Student at the Canada Energy Regulator for four months in 2020. These positions contributed to his understanding of organizational dynamics and international programs.