Carter Merriam
Cape Elizabeth,ME
Summary
I am a college student studying sustainable materials and construction engineering technologies at University of Maine in Orono. I want to continue gaining experience in my field of study and practice the skills learned in my program. I spend a lot of my free time in the outdoors and I'm excited for the opportunity to spend my working hours outside as well.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Engineer Intern
Langford and Low
Portland, ME
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Worked in the field learning a wide range of skills such as drywalling, framing, painting along with many other skills depending on the job.
- Occupied space work
- Our scope of work as the general contractor was so broad, and we had so many projects going on that I got to see and understand every part of a project, start to finish.
Cook
Flatbread Company
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for service
- Stretched dough, Assembled pizza, Baked pizza, made salads
- Incredibly fast paced work environment during the summer
Front Desk Employee
Maine Bound Adventure Center
Orono, ME
01.2024 - Current
- Handled rentals and checking people into the climbing gym.
Site Supervisor
Portland Paddle
Portland, ME
01.2020 - 08.2025
- Began as general shore staff and was promoted to site supervisor for the 2022 summer season.
- Made judgment calls regarding safety and assisted guides on tours and lessons.
- Responsible for new staff training, communications, and scheduling.
- Managed the physical site to ensure a well-organized, attractive appearance that was visible to customers and the public.
- Attended bi-weekly meetings with managers and assisted with marketing through social media.
Education
Double Major - Sustainable Materials & Construction Engineering Technologies
University of Maine
01-2027
High School Diploma -
Cape Elizabeth High School
06-2024
Skills
- Strong leadership skills that promote independence and ownership
- Creative problem solver
- Open-minded and always willing to try new things
- Effective verbal and written communicator
- Proficient in excel
- Basic knowledge of carpentry skills
Timeline
Field Engineer Intern
Langford and Low
05.2026 - 08.2026
Cook
Flatbread Company
01.2024 - Current
Front Desk Employee
Maine Bound Adventure Center
01.2024 - Current
Site Supervisor
Portland Paddle
01.2020 - 08.2025
Double Major - Sustainable Materials & Construction Engineering Technologies
University of Maine
High School Diploma -
Cape Elizabeth High School