Amanda Lozoya
College Station,TX
Summary
Dedicated Materials Science and Engineering student with strong leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Experienced in hands-on STEM projects, CAD design, and mentoring. Committed to developing innovative solutions that benefit society.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate
Sam's Club
06.2025 - Current
- Delivered excellent customer service by assisting members with purchases, inquiries, and product recommendations, creating a positive shopping experience.
- Consistently met and exceeded sales goals by actively promoting Sam's Club Plus memberships and store credit card programs.
- Collaborated with team members to meet department and store-wide performance targets.
Executive
FLiNT
08.2024 - Current
- Mentor students in engineering design, CAD modeling, and project development, fostering technical and problem-solving skills.
- Lead and support project management activities, coordinating timelines and deliverables across student teams.
- Assist new students in adapting to university-level engineering coursework and expectations.
- Prepare and deliver presentations on final project outcomes, strengthening technical communication and leadership skills.
Member
Materials Advantage
08.2024 - Current
- Engaged in professional development opportunities through technical talks, company tours, and career workshops tailored to materials science and engineering.
- Developed presentation and communication skills by attending and contributing to technical seminars, outreach events, and student-led meetings.
Staff Member
Development in Renewable Technologies
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design and build a system that allowed portable chargers to be powered by energy generated while riding a bicycle.
- Contributed to prototype development by assisting with mechanical design, assembly, and testing of the charging system.
- Supported research on energy conversion methods (mechanical to electrical) to optimize power generation efficiency.
- Assisted with hands-on experience with engineering tools such as soldering, wiring, and component integration.
Mounting Team
Alpha Build Team
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with teammates to design and assemble an electric bike attachment kit aimed at sustainable transportation.
- Mounted and integrated mechanical/electrical components with precision to ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability.
- Contributed to the development of a potential market-ready product designed to reduce air pollution and improve commuting efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Materials Science and Engineering, Business
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX12.2027
Skills
- CAD proficiency
- Python
- MATLAB
- Advanced Excel
- Microsoft Office
- GSAS-II
- Project management
- Prototype development
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Associate
Sam's Club
06.2025 - Current
Executive
FLiNT
08.2024 - Current
Member
Materials Advantage
08.2024 - Current
Staff Member
Development in Renewable Technologies
08.2024 - 05.2025
Mounting Team
Alpha Build Team
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Materials Science and Engineering, Business
Texas A&M University