Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Organizations
REFERENCES
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Gavin Coplea

Summary

­Highly motivated Electrical and Computer Engineering Student with strong leadership and communication skills, actively seeking Full-Time Internship position in a growth oriented organization.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Engineering Intern

Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Manual data entry and scanning work orders and mapping databases in order to improve operational efficiency.
  • Assist in analyzing historic operations and usage patterns.
  • Ride along with field electrical engineer when performing routine checks on electrical systems, supervising work plans and schedules.
  • Inspect the levels of business supplies and raw material to identify warehouse shortages.
  • Report to management on stock levels and inventory issues.

Fire Protection Engineering Intern

MATCO Fire Protection, Inc.
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs (Sage Intacct), increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.

Education

Bachelor of Science - ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville, IL
05.2025

Skills

  • Software programming MATLAB & C
  • Circuit Design
  • Control systems
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Breadboard prototype development
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Report Preparation
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to translate technical specifications
  • Power distribution equipment, supplies & work orders
  • Problem-solving

Organizations

  • Sigma Tau Gamma - Executive Board Member, Head of Recruitment, Leadership Webb Academy Attendee
  • Extracurricular Activities - Intramural Football & Softball
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) ­­

REFERENCES

Paul Crutcher - EIEC

309-310-3123


Matthew Rock - MATCO

217-841-2528

Affiliations

  • Circuit Analysis I & II
  • Sensors & Smart Structures
  • Digital System Design
  • Control Systems
  • Power Systems Analysis - anticipated

Timeline

Electrical Engineering Intern

Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative
05.2021 - 08.2023

Fire Protection Engineering Intern

MATCO Fire Protection, Inc.
08.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Southern Illinois University
Gavin Coplea