Broderick Nyitrai
Summary
Sophomore Aerospace Engineering student at Virginia Tech with a 4.0 GPA, leadership experience as an assistant captain and engineering project lead, and a strong work ethic demonstrated through lifeguarding and service industry positions. Eager to apply technical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills in an engineering internship.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard
Town of Amherst Department of Youth & Recreation
Williamsville, New York
06.2025 - Current
- Provided immediate support to distressed patrons, maintaining safety during emergencies.
- Administered first aid promptly in response to emergencies.
- Conducted regular monitoring of swimming areas for safety and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated engaging recreational activities for community youth programs.
Team Member
Tim Hortons
Williamsville , NY
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided excellent customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow daily.
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Followed health and safety protocols to maintain a safe workplace.
Line Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook
Rizotto Italian Eatery & Sweetery
Williamsville, New York
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Virginia Tech State University
Blacksburg, VA05-2029
Skills
- Team collaboration
- MATLAB programming
- Project management
- CPR and AED training
- Customer service
- Problem analysis
- Leadership skills
- Effective communication
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Project Lead – Temporary Accessibility Ramp Design Project
Virginia Tech | Spring 2026
• Led a multidisciplinary engineering team in designing an automated, retractable wheelchair ramp system to improve accessibility for students with temporary disabilities in residence halls.
• Developed a solution that enables students using wheelchairs, such as those recovering from injuries or accidents, to safely access dormitories with stair entrances.
• Utilized CAD software to create design models and MATLAB to analyze costs and evaluate the feasibility of the proposed system.
• Collaborated with team members to research accessibility requirements, generate design concepts, and present recommendations to stakeholders.
Timeline
Lifeguard
Town of Amherst Department of Youth & Recreation
06.2025 - Current
Team Member
Tim Hortons
11.2024 - 06.2025
Line Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook
Rizotto Italian Eatery & Sweetery
09.2023 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Virginia Tech State University