****.******@*****.*** Andover MN, 55304
Objective
My objective is to obtain an entry level position, working in a research or engineering field that will challenge my knowledge, further my scientific understanding, and allow me to work with industry professionals on cutting-edge technology.
Summary
Recent college graduate of the University of North Dakota, with a bachelors of science in physics and a minor in mathematics
Experience as a research assistant at the University of North Dakota researching Ultra Luminous Infrared Galaxies, as well as experience in the professional world as an intern at Alliant Tech Systems Inc.
Competent in Scientific Procedure and laboratory techniques with attention to detail.
Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills as well as being able to work independently and with a team with the drive to achieve success.
Developed aerodynamic models and conducted trajectory analysis while participating in NASA Student Launch Initiative Competition.
Hands on experience in the building and testing of high powered rockets that include scientific payloads.
Work experience in the industry doing scientific research for General Mills Inc.
Relevant Skills
Experience in computer programming languages of Perl, R, Fortran, C++, Mathmatica, and MatLab/Simulink.
Experience in Umbuntu, Fedora, Linux, Windows XP, and Windows 7 operating systems.
Experience in professional world working with industry leaders on cutting-edge technology.
Leadership experience as team lead for The University of North Dakota’s rocket team (Frozen Fury).
Industry experience designing and executing testing protocols to test and prove theories I developed based on the principles of science.
Relevant Education
High level Undergraduate courses relevant to Engineering and Research and development classes include: Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Theory Electricity and Magnetism, Statics, Dynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Calculus 1-3, Differential Equations, Partial Differential Equations, Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics, Thermal Physics, Computers and Physics, Numerical Analysis and Physics 1-3.
Education
Andover High School
Andover, MN
Graduated June 2009
Team Lead for Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC)
Varsity swimming and soccer team member
The University of North Dakota
Major: Physics
Minor: Mathematics
Dates Attended: August 2009-May2014
Member of UND’s Frozen Fury rocket team for three seasons and team leader for 2013-2014 season.
Member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, held risk manager position.
Member of Society of Physics Students (SPS)
Work Experience
Employer
Dates Employed
Position
Responsibilities
General Mills Inc.
June 2014-present
Researcher
My work for General Mills Inc. consists of the doing background research for new technology, developing a physical/chemical understanding of the processes involved. Developing test protocols to validate hypothesis and conducting those tests. My work also includes defining the mathematical descriptions of systems and developing predictive models based on observed testing.
Alliant Techsystems Inc.
05/2013-08/2013
Engineering Intern
During my time at ATK I assisted in test data analysis, the development, execution, and analysis of system simulations. I also worked on the development and analysis of technology strategies.
Ashley Furniture
2012-2013
Warehouse
Prepared orders for pick up and assisted customers with their purchases
Menards
2011-2012
Sales Associate
Assisted customers in planning projects and choosing the appropriate materials to complete their projects
UND Bookstore
2010-2011
Backroom/Shipping
Prepared orders for shipping and pick up.