Mechanical Engineering Intern

RAHEL BEKELE

Austin, Texas ***** 512-***-**** ******@******.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahel-bekele8/ EDUCATION

University of Texas at Austin – Austin, Texas

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Expected May 2026

GPA: 3.51/4.00

Texas Global University of Texas at Austin – Austin, Texas May 2024 – June 2024

Study Abroad program in Barcelona, Spain hosted by Cockrell School of Engineering WORK EXPERIENCE

Facilities Services Engineering and Technical Support – Austin, Texas June 2023 – Present Engineering Intern

Proficiently handled extensive data sets, which consisted of over 88,000+ equipment pieces, with the utilization of Excel and various data software’s. Effectively organized and documented on-campus equipment for preventative maintenance.

Led the design and development of a critical reheat coil replacement system, overseeing a high-impact project valued at

$500k+

Collaborated with a team of engineers to design an efficient system for reheat coil replacement in a critical campus building.

Functioned as a point of contact between the internship team and management, effectively managing project progress challenges. Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) – Austin, Texas January 2023 – January 2024 Research Intern

Conducted research in the field of human-computer interaction, contributing to software development and visualization consulting while working with supercomputers.

Developed 3D visualization tools to help scientists analyze data, expanding my professional network in the tech field. Cockrell School of Engineering – Austin, Texas May 2023 – Present Engineering Ambassador

Representative of Cockrell School of Engineering at UT-Austin at high-profile school-wide events and serve as peer facilitators or moderators for student leadership.

Volunteered for community events such as the Austin Energy Regional Science Festival, school visits, and Thinkery STEM events. Mechanical Engineering Department – Austin, Texas Fall 2024 – Present Undergraduate Advisory Board

Collaborated with faculty and administration to enhance the Mechanical Engineering undergraduate experience by presenting data driven reports based on student’s feedback

Promoted a cohesive academic environment by leading initiatives to gather and analyze student input, aligning departmental goals with undergraduate needs.

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Engineering Design – Austin, Texas August 2022 – Present CAD Software student

Proficient in utilizing CAD to design and model mechanical components and assemblies for both projects and research

Completed multiple engineering projects using CAD software, including designing and implementing VR experiences using VR headsets as well as working with HoloLens.

Students of East Africa – Austin, Texas October 2024 – Present SEA Ambassador

Represented the Students of East Africa at UT-Austin by organizing events and fostering collaboration among East African students on campus and standing as a representative of the organization Aerospace NASA Scholar program – Houston, Texas Fall 2021 – Spring 2021 Nasa Scholar: Aerospace Program

Authentic STEM learning experience which helped me engage with NASA’s mission to become the next generation of explorers

Worked in teams to plan an Artemis-themed mission to the Moon and Mars, collaborating with NASA’s top engineers and scientists

ADDITIONAL

Honors and Awards: Dell Scholarships, Impact Scholarship, Wilburn H. Bohne Engineering Scholarship. Texas Exes Scholarship, Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship, Erika and Michael Linford Scholarship, Jacolyn Alexander Engineering Scholarship, Samsung Scholarship

Active Member: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Women in Engineering Program (WEP), Students of East African (SEA), Society of Women Engineers (SWE),

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