Objective
To obtain full-time employment in maritime operations where I can utilize my engineering education, decision-making and problem-solving skills, and strong interest in the maritime industry
Experience
Intern, May 2009 – August 2009 and May 2010 – August 2010
American Bureau of Shipping (Houston, TX)
-Worked with members in my department to ensure classification regulations were being enforced consistently in all ABS offices around the world
-Analyzed reported employee hours and made suggestions on reorganizational structuring
-Created a New Engineer Orientation Program that all future engineers globally will complete as an introduction to company policies and procedures
Research Assistant, March 2009 – May 2010
Bowen Laboratory at Purdue University (West Lafayette, IN)
-Openly discussed with professors and graduate students about experimental hypotheses, system designs, and test results
-Responsible for extensive preparation of large scale civil engineering experiments at an elite U.S. research facility
Intern, May 2008 – August 2008
C.A. Litzler Co, Inc. (Cleveland, OH)
-Assisted with purchasing. Contacted vendors and suppliers and requested quotes for a wide variety of materials including fabrications, electronics, motors, and sub-contracting.
-Created an inventory system using Excel for over 1000 stocked items. Researched product information and pricing for these items.
Education
Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Expected Graduation: December 2011
Purdue University (West Lafayette, IN)
-Specializations: Transportation and Construction
-Minor: Economics
Certification
Skils
-Beginner level French and Portuguese
-Microsoft Office
-Familiar with AutoCAD and Catia
Phi Delta Theta Fraternity, September 2007 - Present
Indiana Theta Chapter (West Lafayette, IN)
Chapter President, October 2009 – December 2010
-Redirected an ailing chapter and led the recruitment of the largest new member class since 2007
-Implemented various programs to increase member motivation and integrity
-Created a Chapter Advisory Board of alumni to mentor chapter officers and increase consistency between semesters
-Provide oversight for all philanthropic, social, risk management, scholastic, fundraising, and member events
-Prior to Presidency, actively held numerous positions including Alumni Relations, Recruitment, Secretary, Scholarship, and Awards
-Chosen as the only member to represent Purdue’s chapter at Bi-Annual General Convention in June 2008
American Society of Civil Engineers, October 2009 – Present
Purdue University Student Chapter (West Lafayette, IN)
-Increased practical knowledge of the field by attending presentations and discussions with professionals