RAFAEL MENDOZA
Holly Springs,NC
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Assitant
FREEDM Systems Center
Raleigh, NC
02.2026 - Current
- Analyzed data using Excel and Matlab to derive insights that informed project decisions
- Collected, cleaned, and organized experimental and survey data for analysis, supporting accurate and comprehensive results
- Developed and tested experimental setup for drone battery management system project, enhancing reliability of data collection
Video Editor
Camino Wonders
Holly Springs, NC
05.2025 - Current
- Increased social media engagement through targeted video editing aligned with platform trends.
- Edited video content for promotional materials and social media platforms, enhancing brand visibility.
- Enhanced video content quality through the use of Riverside.fm editing tools.
Education
B.S. - Electrical Engineering, Business Administration Minor
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2028
High school or equivalent -
Holly Springs High School
Holly Springs, NC05-2024
Skills
- Problem Solver
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leader
Attributes Skills
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal Skills
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Adaptability
- Problem Solver
- Leader
Honors Awards Certifications
- NASA TechRise Challenge Engineering Achievements, 2023, The state of NC & town of Holly Springs
- Envision Engineering Experience Certificate, 2022, NYLF at Georgia Tech
- Microsoft Excel Expert Certification, 2021
- OnRamp & Simulink Matlab Certifications, 2025
Activities
- Feed the Pack Food Pantry Volunteer, 08/23/24-02/10/25, Restocked/and weighed donated food & distributed 100+ pounds to students/staff at NC State University, Maintained a clean Food Pantry to ensure food and customer safety
- Engineers Without Borders, 08/23/25-Present, Part of the Sierra Leone Water Systems Team, effectively worked with engineers from diverse fields (electrical, mechanical, civil) to achieve project goals, Designed and implemented the well & piping infrastructure at the Browndel school community, and investigated if the water from the well was able to be distributed throughout the surrounding community.
- SHPE, 08/19/2024-Present, Actively participated in professional development workshops focused on leadership, technical skills, and career readiness. Also, collaborated with a diverse community of engineering students to foster academic success and professional growth.
Timeline
Research Assitant
FREEDM Systems Center
02.2026 - Current
Video Editor
Camino Wonders
05.2025 - Current
B.S. - Electrical Engineering, Business Administration Minor
North Carolina State University
High school or equivalent -
Holly Springs High School