VALERIE AGUILAR
Gilroy,California
Summary
Detail-oriented Civil Engineering student at San José State University with hands-on experience in municipal infrastructure projects and engineering design. Strong foundation in structural analysis, drafting, and project coordination. Experienced in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, with a proven ability to contribute to collaborative engineering teams and deliver high-quality technical work.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Civil Engineering Intern
City of Gilroy
Gilroy, CA
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in preparing detailed design drawings and technical specifications for municipal infrastructure projects.
- Conducted site inspections to verify construction compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards.
- Supported project management activities including planning, scheduling, and coordination for municipal infrastructure initiatives.
- Utilized AutoCAD to draft and modify civil engineering plans for public infrastructure projects.
- Contributed to capital improvement (CIP) and public works projects including sidewalk and infrastructure improvements.
- Interpreted construction drawings and coordinated with engineers to address field conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
San José State University
San José, CA05-2027
Skills
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- Excel
- Technical report writing
- Data analysis
- Project coordination
- Bluebeam
Accomplishments
- Coordinated timelines and task responsibilities within a collaborative engineering design team to ensure on-time project completion.
- Developed 3D engineering models and technical drawings in SolidWorks, ensuring design accuracy and manufacturability.
- Designed and programmed an autonomous robotic system integrating circuitry, embedded systems, and mechanical components to meet performance constraints.
- Launched and operated a small business, gaining experience in entrepreneurship, project management, and customer service.
Interests
- Construction project delivery and field operations
- Infrastructure planning and urban development
- Sustainable building practices and cost-efficient design solutions
Timeline
Civil Engineering Intern
City of Gilroy
06.2025 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
San José State University