Mykai Russell
Hightstown,NJ
Summary
Innovative engineering student with experience in structural engineering design and AutoCAD drafting. Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills demonstrated through diverse projects. Seeking to leverage technical expertise and passion for design in the interior design field, enhancing spatial aesthetics and functionality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Engineer Intern
Hanington Engineering Consultants
Basking Ridge, New Jersey
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
- Utilized AutoCAD software for drafting plans and schematics of engineering designs.
- Assisted in designing civil engineering projects under senior engineers' supervision.
- Collaborated with team members to prepare project documentation and reports.
- Obtained knowledge of civil engineering techniques through training opportunities and industry document publications
Teacher's Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
Monmouth Junction, New Jersey
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Engaged with children aged 5 months to 6 years in various activities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Distributed classroom materials, ensuring students had necessary supplies for activities.
- Graded assignments and communicated individual student progress to teacher for tailored educational support.
- Maintained clean and sanitized classrooms to promote student health and enhance learning environment.
Teacher's Assistant
Montessori Connections
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with lead teacher to coordinate class schedule and track attendance for various activities.
- Supervised students in classroom and common areas to ensure rule compliance and assist lead teacher.
- Engaged with children aged 2 to 6 years in various activities.
- Maintained clean and sanitized classrooms to promote student health and enhance learning environment.
Education
Bachelor's - Civil Engineering
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05-2026
High School Diploma -
Hightstown High School
Hightstown, NJ06-2021
Skills
- Civil engineering design
- AutoCad Drafting
- Design & Structural analysis
- Project Planning
- Team collaboration
- Client Communication
- Mentoring Elementary and High School Students
Experiences
High School Experiences:
- National Honors Society [Selected to participate in volunteer work including tutoring high school students]
- Peer Group Connection Mentoring [As a Senior, was selected to mentor freshman students throughout the year]
- Big Brother Big Sister Tutoring [From 9th to 11th grade was chosen to help tutor elementary students from the grades 4th and 5th]
- Red Cross [9th grade participated in numerous volunteer activities including teaching elementary students about bus safety]
- Girl Up [Additional volunteering club beginning 11th grade, becoming Treasurer for club 12th grade]
- Varsity Track & Field [Varsity team for both Winter and Spring Track team from 9th to 11th grade]
Additional Experiences:
- Animal Rescue Fostering [Volunteering with Amazing Mutts Puppy Rescue as foster since summer of 2020 to summer of 2023]
Timeline
Civil Engineer Intern
Hanington Engineering Consultants
05.2025 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
05.2023 - 05.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Montessori Connections
07.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor's - Civil Engineering
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
High School Diploma -
Hightstown High School