This summer, we are lucky to have two bright interns working for us before they head off to their first year at college.
We’ve been keeping detailed files on every project we’ve worked on since 1946. As you can imagine, we’ve built up an extensive file library. Our interns are working hard to sort through the archives and convert our paper files into an easily-accessible digital database. Not only are they learning a lot about the field of ventilation engineering, they’re getting real-world experience that will help them in their careers after they graduate.
We sat down with Audrey and Tim to see what they’ve gotten out of the internship thus far and to see what advice they have for current high school students who are planning for their futures.
Name: Audrey Davis
College: Southwestern University
Major: Psychology/ASL
Why did you choose your school? It’s a small community and I work best in smaller groups.
What’s your favorite part about working here? The people. Everyone is really nice and friendly.
What’s the most interesting thing you’ve learned so far? I learned about the process to apply for and defend a patent. Eldridge has some really interesting patents and they were all developed as a combination of people’s experiences.
What advice do you have for high school juniors and seniors? Work hard, play hard, and have a good time with your friends.
Name: Tim Lucik
College: Texas A&M University
Major: Civil Engineering
Why did you choose your school? It’s a great school for engineering.
What’s your favorite part about working here? The people are a lot of fun around here. Everybody’s very friendly.
What’s the most interesting thing you’ve learned so far? I recently learned about a really cool drillship design. It been an eye-opener to see how there are so many components that work together to make the ventilation system run properly. That’s the thing about engineering—there’s always another side that you don’t know.
What advice do you have for high school juniors and seniors? Always take an opportunity to meet new people and present yourself in the best way you can—you have to be able to sell yourself and highlight your strengths. You never know if that person could end up being your boss.