David Colón-Smith
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EDUCATION
Duke University
Durham, NC
Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Computer
Engineering/Computer Science, Spanish (Minor) Expected May 2014
Relevant Coursework: Software Design and Implementation, Design and Analysis of Algorithms,
Operating Systems, Engineering Software for Maintainability
EXPERIENCE
Generalizable Document Creation – A study in Independent Study Project
August 2013 – December 2013
Software Engineering and HCI
Designed software to facilitate document creation and dissemination using well-known software
paradigms and practices
Performed cognitive walkthrough with client to ascertain level of usability and determine how the
software design will change in future revisions
Durham, NC
Underwriters Laboratories, LLC
June 2013 – August 2013
Laboratory Technician Intern
Assisted in machine fabrication, repair, and wiring for various product safety testing departments
Performed calibration, verification, and validation of equipment according to UL standards
Created and filed verification records for new machines entering service
Decommissioned and disassembled obsolete test equipment
Durham, NC
Medex Laboratories, Inc.
2012 – Present
Assistant
Compiled and processed business receipts into annual financial reports that were used for filing income
tax reports
Performed data management on owner’s computer system and safeguarded system from potential
infection by malware or viruses
Miami, FL
MAST Academy
2009 – 2010
Advanced Principles of Materials and Processing
Technology Intern
Provided support to fellow interns with regards to project completion through metalworking tasks,
including welding and grinding
Enhanced the visual quality of the workspace by reorganizing tools and shop inventory
Inspected and repaired shop machinery and tools
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & LEADERSHIP ROLES
Languages – Intermediate proficiency/fluency in reading, speaking, and writing Spanish
Programming Languages – C++, Java, HTML, MATLAB, VHDL
Software Experience – Microsoft Office, MATLAB, Eclipse Java IDE, AutoCAD (2010, 2013)
Students of the Caribbean Association – Interim Secretary (2012 – Present)