ANDREW MCDOWELL
Portage,IN
Summary
Seeking a software engineering internship where I can apply my programming skills, problem-solving abilities, and gain hands-on experience while developing impactful solutions
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering Intern
StarPlot
Crownpoint, Indiana
08.2024 - Current
- Designed database schemas for efficient storage of data from multiple sources.
- Utilized version control systems like Git and GitHub to manage source code changes during development cycles.
- Developed REST APIs in order to facilitate communication between different services.
Intern Software Developer
Hitachi
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed two key applications using Microsoft PowerApps to streamline company operations.
- Printer Search Tool: Enabled users to locate printers and retrieve detailed information from across the building.
- Dynamic Seating Chart: Allowed users to search employee seating, view employees on a map, and manage seat assignments.
- Saved 100+ company hours per month by improving resource management and operational efficiency with my applications
Co-Founder
Gatekeeper
Portage, IN
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Designed and implemented a user-friendly website with a stat tracker and interactive minigame, serving 50 users via secure login credentials.
- Implemented data retrieval and filtering logic using Firebase queries
- Developed and maintained user-facing webpages using React and JavaScript.
Education
Computer Science - AI
Purdue University Northwest
12.2025
Skills
- Languages: Python, C, Java, SQL
- Web Technologies: Django, HTML, CSS
- Tools: Git,VS Code
- Other: Microsoft PowerApps, RESTful APIs
Projects
Developed a fully functional e-commerce website using Python, SQLite, Django, HTML, and CSS, implementing key features such as user authentication (login/sign-up), data queries, and internal messaging between clients and sellers. Collaborated effectively with team members via GitHub for version control.
Accomplishments
- Particle Physics Group at Fermilab
- President of FAANG software development club
- ICPC (competitive programming club)
- Varsity Esports
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Software Engineering Intern
StarPlot
08.2024 - Current
Intern Software Developer
Hitachi
05.2024 - 07.2024
Co-Founder
Gatekeeper
01.2021 - 04.2024
Computer Science - AI
Purdue University Northwest