Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
University Involvements
Acquired Skills
Timeline
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Kayla Robertson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented engineering student with a strong desire to gain hands-on experience related to aerospace and engineering fields. Proactive in seeking opportunities to expand technical knowledge and enhance problem-solving skills. Passionate about taking on leadership roles and contributing to innovative, practical solutions in aerospace design and engineering challenges. Dedicated to fostering collaboration and mentorship, with a strong commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within STEM fields.

Overview

3
years of professional experience

Work History

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Desk Clerk
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Greets visitors and residents upon arrival, offers assistance, and answers questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Maintains a clean and organized front desk area, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for residents.
  • Checks in and out designated equipment, keys, and supplies.
  • Provides stellar customer service even during high-traffic periods, maintaining composure and professionalism under pressure.

Noodles & Company

Ambassador
05.2021 - 08.2024

Job overview

  • Promoted good customer relations and premier customer satisfaction by demonstrating a friendly demeanor.
  • Assisted team with operational policies and procedures to drive services.
  • Helped maintain a clean and organized work area through diligent daily cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, sanitizing surfaces, and washing dishes.
  • Collaborated with Front of House or Back of House team members as needed during peak service hours to ensure accurate order fulfillment and prompt delivery to guests.
  • Assisted in training new team members, ensuring they were quickly able to provide excellent service to guests.

Education

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

Bachelor of Science from Aerospace Engineering
05.2027

University Overview

  • Design, Build Fly Member
  • Women in Aerospace Member

Lane Tech College Prep
Chicago, IL

High School Diploma
05.2023

University Overview

  • Honor Roll 2019-2023
  • 5.2 GPA
  • Awarded AP Scholar With Distinction 2022-2023
  • Extracurricular Activities: Spring Play 2020, Fall Play 2021, Playwright's Festival 2022, Winter Musical 2023
  • Theatre Performance Club Member

Skills

  • Computer-Aided Design
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Materials research
  • Conceptual design
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Task Prioritization

University Involvements

University Involvements

Design Build Fly – Member
August 2024 – Present

  • Developed a passion for aerodynamics and flight mechanics through hands-on experience.
  • Gained valuable insights into aircraft design from upperclassmen and began training for future leadership roles.
  • Currently supporting the Build and Propulsion teams in preparation for the upcoming competition in Tucson, Arizona, representing the university against national DBF teams.


Women in Aerospace – Member
August 2024 – Present

  • Established a network with fellow women in aerospace engineering, fostering collaboration and mentorship.
  • Partnered with group members to educate younger students about opportunities in engineering.
  • Actively involved in the Outreach team, seeking to take on a leadership role within the organization.

Acquired Skills

Acquired Skills

CAD Experience

  • Gained proficiency in Fusion 360 through coursework in ME 170, developing essential 3D modeling skills.
  • Attended weekly lab sessions to enhance understanding of CAD software and its applications.
  • Collaborated with a team to design and prototype a detachable phone wallet concept using Fusion 360.


Coding Experience

  • Acquired foundational Python programming skills through CS 101 coursework, completing a variety of tasks and projects.
  • Participated in weekly labs, collaborating with peers on coding assignments to strengthen problem-solving and programming techniques.
  • Basic familiarity with JavaScript, gained from AP Computer Science Principles in high school.

Timeline

Desk Clerk
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
09.2023 - Current
Ambassador
Noodles & Company
05.2021 - 08.2024
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science from Aerospace Engineering
Lane Tech College Prep
High School Diploma
Kayla Robertson