Patrick J. Zuza

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Education

The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA

Major: Bachelors of Architectural Engineering: Structural Option

ABET Accredited

Minor: Architectural Studies, College of Architecture

Cumulative G.P.A. 3.5/4.00

Anticipated Graduation: May 2013

Experience

Bike & Build- NC2SD (Outer Banks, North Carolina to San Diego, California) Summer 2011

Rider & Builder

Bike & Build is a non-profit organization with the goal to activate youth to a life of service through cross -country bike trips

Pedaled 3600 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean on a bicycle to raise awareness about affordable housing concerns

Helped construct homes at 8 locations across the country with non -profit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity

Performed various types of work such as wood framing, roofing, laying foundations, installing siding, landscaping, and more

Conversed and interacted with community leaders all across the country

Student Society of Architectural Engineers (SSAE) University Park, PA Fall 2010 - Present

House Head & Student Mentor

SSAE provides guidance and connects students to alumni and professionals in the field of Architectural Engineering.

Formed and maintained mentoring relationships for alumni and students

Lead one of four mentoring houses of over 40 participants

Coordinated with SSAE Mentoring Executives to structure social events for over 150 SSAE members

Networked with numerous engineering professionals and AE alumni to promote SSAE

Penn State Lion Line University Park, PA Spring 2009- Summer 2010

Telefundraiser for Pennsylvania State University

Lion Line is a division of Penn State that raises money for student scholarships, academics, and other various philanthropic efforts

Personally raised over $12,000 for Penn State academics and student scholarships

Built rapport with thousands of strangers over the phone to encourage them to give back to their alma mater

Conversed and built brief relationships with alumni and discussed topics unfamiliar to myself

Wrote, filmed, and edited a recruiting video to attract new callers

B & R Pools Pittsburgh, PA Summer 2009

Pool Maintainer and Repair Man

B & R Pools is the leading pool maintenance company for both commercial and residential pools in Pittsburgh, PA

Repaired and maintained various types of pool related mechanical and electrical equipment

Developed professional relationships with customers and ensured their satisfaction

Study Abroad - Rome, Italy Summer 2010

Architectural Engineering related education abroad provided by The Pantheon Institute

Lived for 7 weeks in the center of one of the most historically significant cities in the world

Submerged myself in the Italian culture, by learning Italian and practicing local customs

Designed a museum in a team of 4 using techniques that combine architecture with engineering

Skills

Adept in the use of computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Adobe Photoshop, Autodesk

Applications (AutoCAD, Revit Architecture, Revit Structure), Structural Design Applications (STAAD, SAP), Lighting Analysis

Applications (AGI)

Knowledge of residential housing design and construction

Ability to perform many activities involved in residential construction

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