Oscar Ramirez is seeking a summer internship in mechanical engineering to apply his knowledge and skills. He will graduate in May 2017 with an Associate's Degree in Engineering from Prince George's Community College, where he has maintained a 3.23 GPA while taking courses relevant to mechanical engineering. His skills include proficiency with engineering software such as MATLAB, AutoCAD, and programming languages. He has experience conducting experiments and analyzing data, including projects involving finite element analysis, sensor characterization, and simple harmonic motion. Oscar also has work experience in retail, management, maintenance, and tutoring mathematics.
1. Objective To obtain a summer internship where I can gain real-world, hands-on experiences and apply my
knowledge of Mechanical Engineering. Available May 15, 2017 – August 20, 2017.
Education PRINCE GEORGE’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE (PGCC), Largo, Maryland
Associates Degree in Engineering Expected Graduation: May, 2017
GPA: 3.23/4.0
Coursework Engineering Mechanics I Dynamics
Engineering Mechanics II Signals and Systems
Chemistry for Engineers Intro To Numerical Methods
Computer Programming for Engineers/Scientist Intro to AutoCAD
Skills
Software – MatLab, C++, Fortran, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD
Language – Spanish
Projects/Labs Finite Element Analysis Lab
Created a solid beam using Salome. Following this, a load was added to one end while the other end
of the beam was held firmly in place. Finite Element Analysis was utilized to analyze the stress
throughout the beam.
Sensor Characterization Lab
Worked in a group to recommend the best sensor for astronomical purposes while achieving required
specifications. Provided a design of the laboratory that would best test the detectors.
Simple Harmonic Motion Project
Created an experiment to simulate harmonic motion with the help of a team. Used Lego Mindstorms
to record the data and analyzed that data using MatLab.
Work Experience Prince George’s Community College Largo, Maryland
Math Tutor February 2017 – Present
Simplify math concepts to help struggling students to improve their critical thinking and
problem-solving skills.
Collectively utilize my knowledge of math, communication skills, patience, and attention to
detail to assist students individually.
RadioShack Clinton, Maryland
Sales Associate September 2015 – February 2017
● Managed money at the cash register and processed store products.
● Performed store openings and closings, including recovering and reorganizing the store.
Value Village Suitland, Maryland
Sales Manager June 2014 – May 2015
● Assigned daily duties to employees; received donations and managed inventory for the store.
● Supervised the cash register dealings and ensured that all moneys in the safe were accounted
for accurately.
Country Inns & Suites Suitland, Maryland
Maintenance Worker May – August 2013
● Assisted customers unloading their luggage and transporting it to their respective rooms.
● Responsible for upholding the inn’s standard of cleanliness throughout the premises.
Memberships/Activities Catholic Conference: World Youth Day (Krakow, Poland) 2016
PGCC Chemistry Club 2015 – Present
Community Service: Free Guitar Lessons 2013 – Present
Church Youth Band (Renuévame): Lead Coordinator 2009 – Present
(240) 351-3126
oscar.ramirez022716@gmail.com
Oscar A. Ramirez 6603 Hallam Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772