Jack Kernan
Summary
Junior at University of Michigan majoring in Robotics with a minor in Music. Strong interest in software for robotics with experience in manufacturing and an extensive technical communication background.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Intern
Bay Motor Products
05.2023 - 08.2023
Individual Projects / Business Skills
- Designed and built a machine and workstation to increase the efficiency of a manufacturing process
- Developed software using machine learning and signal processing to improve a quality control application
- Furthered Solidworks proficiency through large assembly work
- Delivered presentations to staff and engineers with progress updates
- Held design reviews to gather feedback
Instructional Aide for Robotics 103
University of Michigan
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted classroom of 15+ students with introductory robotics concepts (Arduino, Soldering, 3D Printing, Solidworks)
- Offered design feedback and guidance for student robot teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Robotics
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor - GPA: 3.616/4.000 05.2025
Manufacturing Technology Academy
Technical High School
Traverse City, MI - GPA: 3.96/4.0006.2021
Skills
- C, Python, MATLAB, Arduino
- Solidworks, and Autodesk Inventor
- Soldering, and Machining Tools
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Analytical Thinker, Leadership
- Strong verbal and written communication
Certification
- Occupational and Safety Health Organization (OSHA) Safety Training
- PASSES Edge Safety Training
- PDSA Continuous Improvement Teams Training
Projects
- Machine Learning Classifier - University of Michigan, (11/2022 - 12/2022): Developed a program in C++ that uses Natural Language Processing to sort Piazza posts into different categories using training data.
- Euchre Card Game (C++) - Personal Project, ( 10/2022 - 2/2023): Enhanced the computer player algorithm and added features to a school project.
- Beverage Dispensing Robot - University of Michigan, (01/2022 - 05/2022): Programmed stepper motors, relays and electronic valves using Arduino. Delivered multiple memos and presentations of progress and incorporated feedback throughout the design process.
- Bath Bomb Robot - Manufacturing Technology Academy, (10/2020 - 05/2021): Led design of complex electronic and pneumatic systems. Placed 1st in the Manufacturing Work Cell category for the virtual National Robotics Challenge.
- Rescue Robot - Manufacturing Technology Academy, (12/2019 - 03/2020): Designed mechanical parts using Solidworks and machine tools. Applied knowledge of RC receivers and transmitters to create a moving, remote-controlled robot.
- Scientific Research: The Effect of Absolute and Relative Pitch on Identifying Changes in Frequency - High School (01/2019 - 05/2019): Conducted experiments regarding the perception of changes in frequency by human participants. Presented research to a panel of local engineers during a scientific symposium and was awarded honorable mention.
Timeline
Engineering Intern
Bay Motor Products
05.2023 - 08.2023
Instructional Aide for Robotics 103
University of Michigan
08.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Robotics
University of Michigan
Manufacturing Technology Academy
Technical High School
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