Samuel Rivard
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Third-year Mechanical Engineering student minoring in Physics, combining technical design skills with a strong foundation in physical principles. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership, paired with hands-on lab experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part-Time Research Technician
Kansas State University
Gardner, KS
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported data collection and maintenance of fruit and vegetable research trials
- Provided leadership on disc golf course maintenance as well as tee-sign design and installation
Postharvest Physiology Lab Intern
Kansas State University
Olathe, KS
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Performed Chemical Assays (Phenolics, Anthocyanins, Chlorophyll, FRAP, Titratable Acidity, Vitamin C)
- Processed samples for clients (Intake, Processing, Extraction, Analysis)
- Mentored high school student for two weeks and helped guide and manage an individual storage and temperature research project
- Taught the student basic chemical assays, reagent preparation, pipetting, serial dilutions, and general use of the spectrophotometer
Produce Safety Lab Intern
Kansas State University
Olathe, KS
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Measure UV irradiance to determine antimicrobial efficacy against various microorganisms
- Preparation of media for experiments, including selective and non-selective media, hydroponic nutrient solutions, and others as needed
- Sample hydroponic nutrient solutions for microbial studies
- Bacterial enumeration using dilution series and spread plating
- Lab maintenance tasks such as cleaning glassware, autoclaving, and waste disposal
Package Handler
Fedex
Olathe, KS
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Loaded and unloaded packages from trucks to consistently meet deadlines
- Reported damaged products and workplace incidents to supervisors for review
- Adapted quickly to changes in workflow needs to meet production goals
- Demonstrated ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely and repeatedly
Barista
Scooter's Coffeehouse
Olathe, KS
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Customer service, preparation, and sales of the various menu items.
- Maintained a clean and healthy environment by following proper safety and sanitation regulations.
- Trained incoming staff members on proper operation of brewing equipment and drink recipes.
- Performed cash handling duties accurately and efficiently to ensure accurate account records.
Postharvest Physiology Lab Intern
Kansas State University
Olathe, KS
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating laboratory equipment such as centrifuges and pipettes
- Compiled data from multiple sources for presentation and further analysis
- Made modifications to established lab protocols based on identified needs or requirements
- Lab maintenance and organization, including cleaning glassware, chemical inventory, sample labeling, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Science - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05.2027
Skills
- Chemical handling
- Laboratory work supervision
- Microbiology techniques
- Assay development
- Laboratory safety
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Solidworks
Affiliations
- Treasurer for the K-State Disc Golf Club (2025-Present)
- On the K-State Disc Golf Team (2024-Present)
- Created an online business doing affiliate marketing/content creation (2024-Present)
- Competitive soccer (2014-2021)
- High school soccer (2019-2020)
- School band (2016-2020)
- Periodic greenhouse experience at family-owned business (2014-2022)
- Periodic work at K-state OHREC (Olathe Horticulture Research & Extension Center) (2016-Present)
- Computer building experience (2019)
- Video editing services for social media (2020-2022)
- Hobbies include golf, disc golf, basketball, and weightlifting
Certification
- SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Associate (CSWA)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Part-Time Research Technician
Kansas State University
05.2025 - 08.2025
Postharvest Physiology Lab Intern
Kansas State University
05.2024 - 08.2025
Produce Safety Lab Intern
Kansas State University
05.2023 - 07.2023
Package Handler
Fedex
12.2022 - 05.2023
Barista
Scooter's Coffeehouse
05.2022 - 12.2022
Postharvest Physiology Lab Intern
Kansas State University
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Kansas State University
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