Chemical Engineer
Resume:
Joseph B. Kalina
Current Address: *** ***** ****, *****, ** 12023
Campus Address: 369 Congress Street, Troy, NY 12180
Phone: 518-***-**** E-mail: ******@***.***
EDUCATION
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering Expected May 2015
WORK EXPERIENCE
Ames Goldsmith Corporation, Glens Falls, NY
June 2014 – August 2014
Summer Internship
Fine particle synthesis of spherical silver powders for use in photovoltaic applications
Characterization of silver powders and flakes used in electronic applications
Manufacturing processes of silver powders and flakes, silver nitrate, silver oxide
Refining of silver bearing materials and promoters used in Ethylene Oxide catalyst
RPI Admissions, Troy, NY
August 2014 – Present
Ambassador
Conduct tours of the Rensselaer campus and provide information for prospective students
Learned effective communication skills for large groups
Radioshack Corporation, Troy, NY
September 2012 – June 2014
Sales Associate
Consistently achieved store sales goals in a team-selling environment
Helped organize timesheets and monthly meetings
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Bioengineering Research, RPI, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
August 2014 – Present
Research Assistant
Bioengineering using immobilized enzymes with product inhibition removal system
Bioreactor design of enzymatic processes to produce bioengineered heparin
Learning real-world biochemical processes and applications
Electrochemistry Research, RPI, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
September 2013 – May 2014
Research Assistant
Research involving electrochemistry and solar technology
Conducted Hot Wire Chemical Vapor Deposition reactions for smart windows
Conducted Hydrothermal Synthesis reactions producing titanium dioxide nanoparticles/tubes
Learned efficient research methodology, data analysis and entry
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Sigma Chi International Fraternity Delta Psi Chapter
April 2012 – Present
Energy Conservation Chair, Former Assistant Pledge Educator, Judicial Board Member
Weekly energy analyses on the house and enacting plans to reduce energy consumption
Orchestrated the education of new members involving running weekly meetings, grading material, and
teaching ideals and values of the Fraternity
Attend weekly meetings to discuss and ensure the accountability of members
AWARDS AND HONORS
Rensselaer Leadership Award
Rensselaer Recognition Award
Dean’s List, Spring 2012
SKILLS
Laboratory Skills: Proficient in SEM, UV – Vis, Microtrac and Sedigraph particle size analysis
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MATLAB, and CAD
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