Carlos Herrera Rojas
SUMMIT,New Jersey
Summary
Hardworking Construction Engineering Technology student with hands-on experience supporting municipal engineering operations as an Engineering Intern, combined with extensive full-time farm experience involving equipment operation, maintenance, and physically demanding field work. Eager to contribute to engineering teams and gain real-world experience in infrastructure, site work, or construction projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Intern
City of Summit
SUMMIT, New Jersey
09.2025 - Current
- Performs tasks as assigned by senior engineering staff in support of municipal engineering operations
- Assists with field inspections of private and public projects by reading and interpreting approved plans, specifications, and municipal codes to verify conformance
- Collects as-built data and performs site measurements to support project documentation
- Prepares basic CAD drawings and mapping for municipal projects
- Assists with public bid tabulations, filing, and preparation of plan sets
- Performs basic engineering computations to support project review and analysis
- Conducts traffic studies and traffic counts using City equipment
- Communicates professionally with contractors, vendors, City staff, and the public
- Maintains accurate inspection records and follows safety and traffic control procedures
General Farm Worker
Still Meadows Farm
Somerville, NJ
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinated daily feeding and watering for over 50 livestock, ensuring strict adherence to nutritional schedules.
- Maintained cleanliness of 10 stalls and animal housing units, reducing illness through improved sanitation.
- Operated and maintained heavy machinery, including tractors and loaders, to enhance task efficiency.
- Monitored animal behavior and health, promptly identifying signs of illness or injury for timely treatment.
- Organized inventory and restocked supplies to minimize waste and ensure availability of essential materials.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline daily tasks, improving workflow and farm operations.
Team Member
QDOBA Mexican Eats
Westfield, New Jersey
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Assembled burritos, bowls, and tacos accurately during high-volume service periods.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of prep station throughout shifts.
- Followed portioning and recipe guidelines to guarantee consistent food quality.
- Sanitized surfaces regularly, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering Technology
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Technology
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, New Jersey, NJ05-2027
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Basic use of AutoCAD
- Basic use of Excel
- Team Leadership
- Strong communication abilities
- Carpentry
- Building and Structural Repair
- Property Maintenance
- Farm equipment operation
- Milking
- Farm Management
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Basic use of AutoCAD
- Basic use of Excel
- Team Leadership
- Strong communication abilities
- Carpentry
- Building and Structural Repair
- Property Maintenance
- Farm equipment operation
- Milking
- Farm Management
Timeline
Engineering Intern
City of Summit
09.2025 - Current
General Farm Worker
Still Meadows Farm
07.2023 - Current
Team Member
QDOBA Mexican Eats
03.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering Technology
Middlesex County College
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Technology
New Jersey Institute of Technology