Chris Dufrene Jr
Marrero,LA
Summary
Results-driven Geotechnical Engineering Intern at Army Corps of Engineers, skilled in GeoStudio for slope stability analysis. Recognized for enhancing project efficiency through innovative design solutions. Proven teamwork and leadership abilities, complemented by EIT certification and strong report writing skills, ensure successful project outcomes and effective collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Geotechnical Engineering Intern
Army Corps of Engineers
07.2023 - Current
- Redesigned three sections of the NOV15a levee by adding a levee lift, wave berm, land side shift, and T-Wall. Performed these analyses in GeoStudio/SlopeW.
- Performed levee stability analysis on IHNC with GeoStudio/SlopeW.
- Performed site investigations on: Comite River Diversion Project, Comite HDD project, NOV15a pile load test, Relief well maintenance checks, and sand boil seepage.
- Reviewed project plans and performed heave and seepage calculations on multiple companies projects using blanket theory.
- Received an award for my accomplishments for the paperless project.
Hospitality Worker
Szeszycri Hospitality
11.2019 - 07.2023
- Used a high level of attention to detail while examining cruise and travel documents.
- Trained incoming new hires.
- Helped customers on and off the ship, increasing embarking and debarking rate by 15%.
Freight Team Member
Home Depot
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Team lead of my section for the night shift.
- Unloaded shipments with dollies and carts
- Assisted in training new warehouse employees.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve challenges and improve productivity.
- Operated computer systems to track shipments to improve efficiency and accuracy by 15%.
Freezer Worker
Marque's Food Distributor
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
Education
No Degree - Civil Engineering
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA12-2024
Skills
- EIT Certification
- GeoStudio, Slope/w, Settle 3D Software proficiency for slope stability analysis and erosion control
- Cost estimation
- Report preparation and writing
- Excel and Google Spreadsheets
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Team building
- Retaining walls
Timeline
Geotechnical Engineering Intern
Army Corps of Engineers
07.2023 - Current
Freight Team Member
Home Depot
06.2021 - 08.2021
Hospitality Worker
Szeszycri Hospitality
11.2019 - 07.2023
Freezer Worker
Marque's Food Distributor
11.2018 - 12.2018
No Degree - Civil Engineering
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Louisiana State University
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