Helped spread the word of Christ by being the bridge between the generation above, who funded the organization, and the youth.
Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
Gathered opinions and support from grassroots supporters to solidify group position.
Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
Intern
Stanton Racing Engines
Nicholasville, Kentucky
05.2024 - 07.2025
I studied under the previous owner and head machinist, Gary Stanton.
Learned the basics of TIG and MIG welding, though I am not proficient.
I observed the use of many different pieces of machinery, such as valve seat machines, cleaning systems, dynos, and cylinder head refineries.
Learned how to work around the different types of naturally aspirated engines they make (4-cylinder to 8-cylinder).
I also learned bits and pieces of the business aspect of it all. They have over 200 racing teams, and I studied how they manage having an honest business while also being profitable.
Intern
Derek Gibson
Harrodsburg, Kentucky
05.2021 - 08.2024
I spent three years studying and developing skills under the previous Head Machinist at R.J. Corman
Worked on and was around tons of big pieces of machinery, from cranes and bulldozers to diesel trucks and lawnmowers.
Placed in stressful situations where I was forced to activate the problem-solving part of my brain that I never even knew existed.
Marina Dock Hand
Kamp Kennedy Marina
Lancaster, KY
03.2021 - 08.2024
Gained tons of hands-on experience with many different classes of people, and created tons of relationships.
I deeply developed my communication skills through my time at the Marina restaurant and learned how to work well under rush hours, i.e., learned how to succeed under stress.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving vessels or personnel on board them.
Activated fuel pumps and filled fuel tanks with gasoline or diesel fuel.
Performed regular maintenance on the docks including painting, caulking, and repairs.
Conducted daily inspections of boats stored at the marina for damage or signs of wear and tear.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2028
Skills
Proficient in Excel spreadsheets
CAD proficiency
Critical thinking
Manufacturing processes
A semester of MATLAB coding during the fall semester, taking a Python-integrated class this spring semester
Tons of hands-on experience with many different groups of people through my job at the marina
Developed distinguished communication and customer service skills through the Marina Restaurant