Thomas Thornburg
Sunnyvale,CA
Summary
Motivated Civil Engineering student with hands-on experience in CAD, land surveying, and design. Strong in collaboration, public speaking, and cross-team coordination. Experienced in developing practical solutions for transportation, drainage, and outreach efforts. Ready to support projects that require clear communication and technical problem-solving.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Outreach Lead
USC AEE Marine Energy Coalition
Los Angeles, CA
2026 - Current
- Coordinated with Marine Energy groups to identify market needs and enhance product alignment
- Conducted outreach initiatives to promote group goals to support group initiatives
- Directed business planning regarding group activities
- Facilitated discussions with energy professionals to foster collaboration and share industry insights
Steel Bridge & Transportation Team
USC ASCE
Los Angeles, CA
2026 - Current
- Designed and built a steel bridge that met explicit requirements
- Created solutions regarding metro and bus rerouting, pedestrianization of streets, and drainage systems
- Helped develop hands-on skills regarding building and design
Delegate & National Assembly Member
YMCA California Youth & Government
Palo Alto, CA
2022 - 2025
- Identified policy issues and developed bill-based solutions through collaborative peer review and structured debate.
- Enhanced public speaking and interpersonal skills by actively participating in debates and presentations.
- Took part in California Youth & Government legislative sessions and committee discussions.
- Collaborated with peers on legislative research and refinement of bill amendments.
Volunteer
Homestead's California Scholarship Federation
Cupertino
2022 - 2025
- Nonprofit organization pushing for academic rigor alongside community involvement
- Contributed to community cleanup and rejuvenation projects for schools, gardens, parks, and public spaces.
Partnership with Business Team
Homestead's Future Business Leaders of America
Cupertino
2022 - 2023
- Helped with outreach to businesses such as Quizizz
- Facilitated student interaction opportunities and connections
- Developed and edited videos to showcase student involvement between club and business
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2029
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MAHigh School Diploma -
Homestead High School
Cupertino, CA06-2025
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Total Station use (land surveying)
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc)
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms)
- California State Seal of Biliteracy for French and English
- Public Speaking
- Collaboration
- Communication
Accomplishments
- Homestead Business Honors
- AP Scholar with Distinction
- Y&G National Assembly Award
Timeline
Business Outreach Lead
USC AEE Marine Energy Coalition
2026 - Current
Steel Bridge & Transportation Team
USC ASCE
2026 - Current
Delegate & National Assembly Member
YMCA California Youth & Government
2022 - 2025
Volunteer
Homestead's California Scholarship Federation
2022 - 2025
Partnership with Business Team
Homestead's Future Business Leaders of America
2022 - 2023
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
High School Diploma -
Homestead High School