Sandra Mikhail
Swanson School Of Engineering
Pittsburgh,PA
3
years of professional experience
Motivated mechanical engineering student with hands-on experience in design, development, and testing of mechanical components. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills enhance ability to tackle real-world engineering challenges. Seeking a Mechanical Engineering Internship to gain practical industry experience and foster long-term career growth.
Work History
Projects
3 Years 2 Months- Collaborated on design projects using CAD software for mechanical systems. Following with a technical drawing for the 3-D model.
- Assisted in laboratory experiments to test mechanical properties of materials.
- Designed small scale mars rover to compete in various obstacle courses resembling Mars terrain.
- Presented Start-Up idea, waste management organization for Pitt students.
Club Founder
5 Months- Founded and organized a student club, taking initiative to establish its purpose and presence on campus.
- Led efforts to support and improve the campus community through service-oriented projects.
- Donated a new trash receptacle to the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg to help improve campus cleanliness and accessibility.
Study Abroad Experience
- Analyzed advanced manufacturing practices at Škoda Auto and LEGO, including robotics, automated material handling, injection molding, lean manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Evaluated sustainability and energy-transition strategies through industry visits, including ČEZ Group's transition from coal toward lower-carbon electricity generation.
- Compared Czech and U.S. approaches to manufacturing, sustainability, workplace practices, and infrastructure while collaborating in an international engineering environment.
- Examined the societal and ethical impacts of engineering through industrial, historical, and cultural site visits across the Czech Republic.
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer
- Collaborated with a volunteer team on week-long home-building project, providing a safe and stable home for a single mother and her four children.
- Assisted with framing and structural preparation of the home, ensuring timely completion of key construction stages.
- Supported additional Habitat for Humanity homes by completing the finishing work, including installing door hardware and other interior fixtures.
- Contributed to a $1,000 team donation to Habitat for Humanity, supporting further affordable housing initiatives.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Mechanical Engineering
- Expected Graduation Date: May 2027
- GPA: 3.0
Skills
Technical and Professional Skills: CAD design
Project management
Team collaboration
Technical drawing
Problem-solving SolidWorks proficiency
Project research
Leadership Experience
Languages: English and Arabic Fluent
Timeline
Study Abroad Experience
SSOE Global Experiences
05.2026 - 05.2026Read More
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer
03.2025 - 03.2025Read More
Club Founder
University Of Pittsburgh- Greensburg
12.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Projects
Swanson School Of Engineering
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
University Of Pittsburgh- Swanson School Of Engineering
Bachelor Of Science from Mechanical Engineering
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