Vanessa Bushell
1906 Research Center Dr. Apt 303, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Summary
Engineering student with broad experience covering manufacturing processes, fiscal management, rocket design, and C++. Excels in problem-solving techniques and implementing business tactics to optimize operations. Demonstrates strong leadership and team collaboration skills. Seeking an internship to enhance hands-on, technical skills
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Treasurer and Business & Public Relations Lead
Rocketry at Virginia Tech
Blacksburg , Virginia
2023.06 - Current
- Led financial operations for a student-led rocket design team, managing the team budget, facilitating sponsor relations, and advertising our project.
- Achieved 125% increase in team funding for flagship project compared to previous year
- Acquired new sponsors including Lockheed Martin, Blue Origin, and Boeing within the first year
Educational Outreach Committee Member
Society of Women Engineers
Blacksburg , Virginia
2022.09 - Current
- Assisted with planning events with the local community to encourage young women to pursue STEM careers
- Educated students about engineering as a profession through volunteer positions
Global Engineering Student
Rising Sophomore Abroad Program
, Australia And New Zealand
2023.01 - 2023.05
- Collaborated with engineers from various nations to learn about cross-cultural interactions in engineering.
- Contributed to various research endeavors, including visits to 20 international companies and three universities.
Member
Hypatia: Women's Engineering Community
Blacksburg , Virginia
2022.08 - 2023.05
- Advanced professional development and academic organizational skills in an environment of female engineers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial And Systems Engineering
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA | GPA 3.512026-05
Skills
- C++
- Excel proficiency
- SOLIDWORKS
- Team leadership
- Financial management
- Manufacturing processes
Certification
- L1 High-Power Rocketry Certification
- IISE Six-Sigma Green Belt (In progress)
- SOLO Wilderness First Responder (In progress)
Affiliations
Spaceport America Cup 2024, Truth or Consequences, NM
- Selected to attend the world's largest intercollegiate rocket engineering competition
Timeline
Treasurer and Business & Public Relations Lead
Rocketry at Virginia Tech
2023.06 - Current
Global Engineering Student
Rising Sophomore Abroad Program
2023.01 - 2023.05
Educational Outreach Committee Member
Society of Women Engineers
2022.09 - Current
Member
Hypatia: Women's Engineering Community
2022.08 - 2023.05
- L1 High-Power Rocketry Certification
- IISE Six-Sigma Green Belt (In progress)
- SOLO Wilderness First Responder (In progress)
Bachelor of Science - Industrial And Systems Engineering
Virginia Tech
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