AWA DIARRA DIAKHATE
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Civil Engineering student seeking an internship/co-op position utilizing skills obtained in engineering coursework and projects starting in Summer 2024. Open to relocation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Technician Intern
S&ME
Columbus, Ohio
05.2024 - Current
- Performed laboratory experiments to test the liquid limit and plasticity of soil.
- Conducted geotechnical investigations and soil sampling to determine subsurface conditions.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports summarizing field work results, laboratory test data, analyses performed and conclusions drawn from the research conducted.
General Clerk
DHL Supply Chain
Columbus, OH
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Communicated with French speakers to avoid confusion with assigned work.
- Processed customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Trained new associates to be properly set up for success.
- Worked 36 hours per week while taking full course load.
Inventory Associate
Gap Inc.
Columbus, OH
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Assembled information about the equipment quantity and their supply.
- Coordinated daily tasks and shift assignments.
- Demonstrated proficiency in both verbal and written communication.
Education
B.S. - Civil Engineering
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio05.2025
Associate Degree - Science
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH08.2021
Skills
Software: SOLIDWORKS, MATLAB, AutoCAD, MS Office
Work Skills: Project report generation, testing procedures, material science, positive communication skills
Additional Coursework: Knowledge of concrete mix and operations, understanding of roles in the construction project process and conducting risk assessments
Academic engineering projects
- SpringHill Suites Capstone 1 project 08/24 - 12/02: identify and evaluate design alternatives, develop schematic designs, prepare a technical report with drawings and a detailed project proposal for the work to be completed in Capstone 2.
- Concrete Design Project 03/23 - 04/23: created the strongest Portland concrete mixture, utilized materials, supplementary cementious materials and additives to improve workability, received 2nd place award for a 10,000-psi high-strength concrete with minimal time.
- Case Study Paper 09/22 - 12/22: discussed the increasing threat of water scarcity to cities in U.S, described the roles of civil and environmental engineers in the management of water supply, addressed economic, public policy, and societal factors implicated to the phenomenon.
- Surveying Application and Construction Layout Project 11/21 - 12/21: designed a staking plan of an L-shape building, utilized AutoCAD software to complete calculations, dimensions, and design.
Certification
OSHA: 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health
Languages
English
Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Engineering Technician Intern
S&ME
05.2024 - Current
General Clerk
DHL Supply Chain
09.2021 - 06.2023
Inventory Associate
Gap Inc.
11.2018 - 10.2021
B.S. - Civil Engineering
The Ohio State University
Associate Degree - Science
Columbus State Community College