Meagan Hill
Materials Science And Engineering Student At The University Of California, Riverside
Riverside,CA
Summary
I am a returning student, former professional sales/marketing and organizational consultant, and future engineer with the ability to identify new opportunities that can increase my knowledge as well as sharpen my skills for the greater good of others. I aim to serve students by utilizing the skills I have learned and experience obtained in the professional world to find the best solutions to problems and attack them head on.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
STEM Tutor
Ventura College
Ventura, Califonia
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to over 50 students falling behind in calculus, chemistry, physics, circuits, statics, materials, differential equations, linear algebra, solid works, and organic chemistry.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Professional Organizational Consultant
Private Consulting
Ventura, California
05.2015 - 12.2021
- Managed overall creation of methods for organizing household best suited for individuals.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Saved $20,000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
Student Specialist
Ventura College Engineering Lab
Ventura, California
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Assist the Applied Sciences ILT with lab cleaning, preparation, maintenance, and organization of the Applied Science Center, and the Welding/ Automotive/ Manufacturing shop
- Prepare and run the shop's 3D printers, robots, CNCs, Amatrol Educational trainers, and supplies for multiple lab sections
- Inventory all lab equipment and materials
- Run the shop's 3D printers, robots, CNCs and Amatrol Educational trainers
Sales and Marketing Specialist
Private Contractor
Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex , Texas
03.2008 - 08.2015
- Implemented advertising campaigns and prepared promotional materials.
- Supervised company content creation, implementing schedules, designs and digital media techniques to increase brand promotion.
- Researched competitor marketing trends and prices using data analysis.
- Examined needs, wants and spending patterns of target audience.
- Supported sales staff by providing market trends, account analyses and new product information.
- Drove store revenue by offering customers accessories and related purchases to complete selections.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Material Science Engineering
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA 01.2022 - Current
Certificate in Engineering - Materials Science And Engineering
Ventura College
Ventura, CA 08.2017 - 12.2021
Associate in Arts - General Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Ventura College
Ventura, CA 08.2017 - 05.2019
Associate of Arts - Mathematics
Ventura College
Ventura, CAAssociate of Arts - Physics
Ventura College
Ventura, CAAssociate of Arts - General Studies: Natural Sciences
Ventura College
Ventura, CAAssociate of Arts - IGETC General Education
Ventura College
Ventura, CAAssociate in Arts - General Studies: Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Dallas County Community College
Dallas, TX 01.2012 - 01.2015
Skills
Public Speaking
Technical Writing
Project Management
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
Soldering
Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint
3D Printing
Mass Spectrometer analysis
Infrared Spectrometry analysis
Purification using recrystallization techniques
Research and fabrication of a hexacopter drone
Affiliations
President of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Chapter Ventura College, Nov 2018 - Nov 2019
Revived and chartered the Ventura College SHPE chapter in Nov 2018, Worked with the MESA coordinator to build a board, re-establish bylaws, and create an agenda for the semester.
Connected with leaderSHPE in surrounding areas (regional, professional, student, and national) to strengthen our chapter and community.
Facilitator for the Engineering Society
Ventura College, Aug 2017 - May 2020
Managed and oversaw general meetings, ensuring active participation Drafted proposals and participated in the approval process with the student body government
Volunteer for Circle K International Club
Ventura College, Jan 2019 - May 2020
Participated in the district event ‘Crazy Kompetition for Infants’ to raise money for pediatric trauma care patients
Attend Surfrider beach cleanups
Inter-Club Council Representative for Females in STEM Club
Ventura College, Jan 2019 - May 2020
Regularly consorts with representatives from other clubs to ensure up to date information and interclub relations
Reports on club functions and proposal submissions
Vice-Chair for the Ventura College Budget and Finance committee Ventura College, Oct 2019 - May 2020
Writes minutes for the Co-chair, discusses with committee and makes recommendations for proposals based on funds available for the activity or items
Accomplishments
Competitive Olympic Weight-lifting: USAW certified with two bronze medals and a national total in the American Open Series III (Oct, 2019)
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Material Science Engineering
University of California, Riverside
01.2022 - Current
Student Specialist
Ventura College Engineering Lab
11.2019 - 03.2020
STEM Tutor
Ventura College
08.2019 - 12.2022
Certificate in Engineering - Materials Science And Engineering
Ventura College
08.2017 - 12.2021
Associate in Arts - General Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Ventura College
08.2017 - 05.2019
Professional Organizational Consultant
Private Consulting
05.2015 - 12.2021
Associate in Arts - General Studies: Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Dallas County Community College
01.2012 - 01.2015
Sales and Marketing Specialist
Private Contractor
03.2008 - 08.2015
Associate of Arts - Mathematics
Ventura College
Associate of Arts - Physics
Ventura College
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Natural Sciences
Ventura College
Associate of Arts - IGETC General Education
Ventura College