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Gavin Coplea

Edwardsville,IL

Summary

Electrical Engineer with a proven track record at Aon, showcasing exceptional teamwork abilities. Foccused in enhancing fire system efficiencies and supporting team projects, demonstrating analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Property Risk Consulting Intern

Aon
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Participated in site visits and surveys, including trips to Ford factories, to gain hands-on experience in property risk consulting and fire protection systems.
  • Assisted in updating team member biographies and skills charts to enhance project assignment efficiency and client engagement.
  • Collaborated on a national intern project exploring the applications of AI in the workplace.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with mentors and colleagues, sharing insights from various learning experiences throughout the internship program.

Electrical Engineering Intern

Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Manual data entry, scanning work orders, and mapping databases in order to improve operational efficiency.
  • Rode along with field electrical engineer when performing routine checks on electrical systems, supervising work plans and schedules.
  • Maintained organized records of all work completed during internship period for future reference by company staff.

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.
  • Gathered, organized, and input information into digital database.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05.2025

Skills

  • Software programming MATLAB & C
  • Circuit Design
  • Control Systems
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Verbal & Written Communication
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Leadership
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to translate technical specifications
  • Power distribution equipment, supplies & work orders
  • Problem-solving

REFERENCES

Available Upon Request

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) ­­

Timeline

Property Risk Consulting Intern

Aon
06.2024 - 08.2024

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 Engineering

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville