James Compton
San Luis Obispo
Summary
Industrious and proactive biomedical engineering student at Cal Poly SLO, with project experience, and strong capabilities in SolidWorks and 3D printing. Skilled in leadership, communication, and creative problem-solving, with a passion for prosthetics and mechanical design. Seeking an engineering internship in ___ to apply technical skills and contribute to projects that will have real-world effects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Valle Verde Children Center
Walnut Creek
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Supervised children during activities and ensured their safety.
- Collaborated with staff to create engaging curriculum activities for children.
- Built rapport with parents and children.
Lifeguard
Woodlands Cabana Club
Walnut Creek
05.2021 - 09.2024
- Monitored the pool area to ensure guest safety and adherence to rules..
- Responded promptly to emergencies and performed first aid when necessary.
- Built a relationship with clients.
Education
Bachelor Of Engineering (BE) - Biomedical Engineering
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06-2028
Northgate Highschool
Walnut Creek, CA05-2024
Skills
Mechanical/Fabrication
3D printing, soldering, hand drafting, prototyping, SolidWorks
Strengths
Leadership, communication, collaboration, self-directed learning, creative thinking
Affiliations
Volunteer - Boys Team Charity
Provided critical charitable services to community members in need. Exceeded required hours each year.
Team Lead - EMPOWER, Biomedical Engineering club
Led and organized multiple design projects that produced physical prototypes.
Provided critical charitable services to community members in need. Exceeded required hours each year.
Team Lead - EMPOWER, Biomedical Engineering club
Led and organized multiple design projects that produced physical prototypes.
Projects
- Prosthetic dog leg
Participated heavily in group project to design a prosthetic leg for a faculty members dog.
- Auto-Return system for disabled
Led group project to design and fabricate an auto return system for disabled individuals that encourages a repeated throwing motion
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Valle Verde Children Center
06.2025 - 09.2025
Lifeguard
Woodlands Cabana Club
05.2021 - 09.2024
Bachelor Of Engineering (BE) - Biomedical Engineering
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Northgate Highschool