Marissa Lindler has experience in mechanical engineering and marching band. She received a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of South Carolina, where she gained skills in Creo/ProE, LabView, and Microsoft Office applications. As part of her senior design course, she worked on a project with MTU America diesel engine company. In high school, she was involved in the International Baccalaureate program and served as section leader for the marching band for two years. Currently, she volunteers weekly at the Richland County Public Library Friends organization.