Angela Flores

Motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Engineering graduate holding a Bachelor of Engineering with a focus in Sustainable Energy and Air Pollution. Proven ability to manage and support environmental projects, collaborate effectively across teams, and communicate technical information clearly. Organized, proactive, and a strong team player. Passionate about tackling today’s most urgent environmental challenges and driving meaningful, sustainable change through innovative engineering solutions. Through diverse academic and professional experiences, I’ve developed a versatile skill set in research, data analysis, applying and recognizing environmental regulations, environmental monitoring, and environmental advocacy. Eager to contribute my knowledge and passion to a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainability and environmental progress.

Developed technical expertise in fast-paced, hands-on environment, focusing on diagnostics and maintenance of complex systems. Adept at identifying and resolving issues efficiently, leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Seeking to transition into new field, bringing valuable technical experience and commitment to continuous improvement.

Awarded first place in the Environmental Engineering track for Best Design and Presentation for developing a local Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) system to support the UC Merced Experimental Smart Farm. A 40-acre research facility dedicated to advancing agricultural innovation, sustainability, and education.

• Climate Ambassador / Alianza MX Aug 2022 - Oct 2023 Remote internship based in Mexico City Participated in an initiative to create a network of students and mentors from Mexico and UC system to address challenges pertaining to climate change and climate justice on a transnational scale. I was paired with a climate advocacy group based in Mexico City where I assisted in research and development with the start up app WIDU, which promotes a sustainable lifestyle in a game-like approach.
• Sustainability Intern / Office of Sustainability, UC Merced Aug 2022 - Aug 2023 UC Merced Collaborated with a supervisor to plan and coordinate campus events addressing a range of sustainability topics at UC Merced. Analyzed and organized historical campus emissions data to support sustainability planning and fulfill state carbon emissions reporting requirements. Led a team of interns in organizing tabling events to raise awareness and engage the campus community in environmental initiatives.
• Clean Energy Intern / National Resource Defense Council May 2022 - July 2022 Remote Internship based in San Francisco, CA Collaborated with an environmental lobbyist to conduct in-depth literature research on sustainable energy alternatives in response to the planned closure of California’s last nuclear power plant. Developed and presented a proposal on offshore wind implementation to the Western Energy Division of the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) as a potential solution for replacing energy generation at Diablo Canyon.