Coastal/Transportation Civil Engineer - Internship Applicant

Khalyl Carson

601-***-**** • ************@*****.*** • Vicksburg, MS • linkedin.com/in/khalyl-carson-117a861bb Education

Jackson State University Aug. 2022 – May 2026

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering Jackson, MS

● Honors: National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) Inducted Member Hinds Community College Aug. 2020 – July 2022

Associate of Arts, Civil Engineering Raymond, MS

Vicksburg High School Aug. 2016 – May 2020

High School Diploma

Relevant Coursework

● Strength of Materials

● Engineering Surveying

● Intro to Environmental Engineering

● Intro to Transportation Engineering

● Design of Concrete Structure

● Computer Methods

● Advanced Water Resources

● Water & Wastewater Treatment

Experience

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers May 2025 – July 2025

Coastal Engineering Intern Vicksburg, MS

• Tested and refined coastal models using SMS and ADCIRC; developed and optimized meshes for improved simulation performance.

• Applied WWOD tools to model Miami Beach's coastal terrain and wave activity.

• Handled elevation data and resolved modeling errors using CHS datasets.

• Gained Python skills for data processing and coastal model automation.

• Presented findings on coastal modeling and mesh enhancement to team stakeholders. Whataburger Restaurant 2020 – 2022

Experienced Team Member Vicksburg, MS

• Acquired and mastered required tasks swiftly to optimize performance and productivity.

• Trained new team members on company procedures and safety protocols, ensuring smooth onboarding and compliance.

• Named Employee of the Month twice for demonstrated commitment to excellence and team service. Projects

Miami Beach Coastal Mesh Optimization SMS, ADCIRC, Python, CHS Datasets Summer 2025

• Developed and optimized a high-resolution coastal mesh for Miami Beach to improve simulation accuracy of wave activity and storm surge behavior.

• Applied WWOD tools to model terrain and wave dynamics, resolving elevation data errors using CHS datasets.

• Refined mesh structure iteratively to enhance ADCIRC simulation performance and reduce computational errors.

• Documented and presented findings to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers team, highlighting mesh improvements and modeling outcomes.

Leadership/Activities

Upward Bound Program

• Explored various colleges and their offerings to expand knowledge of educational opportunities and inform future academic decisions.

Key Club

• Engaged in and facilitated school activities to participate in the community and foster meaningful connections. Thurgood Marshall STEM Organization 2016 – 2019

Distinguished Inductee Vicksburg, MS

• Constructed robots by acquiring foundational knowledge in robotics and engineering principles.

• Participated in regional competitions, showcasing robots built by the team and demonstrating technical expertise.

• Collaborated with team members to deepen understanding of the history and evolution of robotics. National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) Member

● Completed Foundations of Leadership and Advanced Leadership Certification.

● Participated in SNT meetings, fostering accountability and goal setting initiatives.

● Collaborated with peers to exchange feedback, strengthen problem solving abilities, and improve team dynamics. Technical Skills

Software & Tools: SMS, ADCIRC, WWOD, CHS Datasets, Python. Engineering Skills: Coastal Modeling, Wave Modeling, Water Analysis, Engineering Surveying, Mesh Development. Core Competencies: Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Data Analysis, Team Collaboration. References

Dr. Terrance Burks

Pharmacist *****.********@*****.*** 646-***-**** Nicholas Bailey

Investigative Specialist, Department of Justice 769-***-**** Britney Carter

Sr. Accountant, Chick-fil-A, Inc. *******.******@*******.*** 601-***-****

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