Hello, my name is Emily Archer. I am a graduate from Penn State Behrend receiving a bachelor’s degree in Plastic Engineering Technology along with minors in Operations and Supply Chain Management and Technical Sales. At Penn State Behrend, I gained experience in areas of engineering principles, manufacturing processes and material science. Along with my educational studies, I increased my knowledge through research projects and internships. The Plastic Engineering Technology program gave me the foundation to become a well-versed and valuable asset to the plastic industry. After graduation, my experience as a Rotational Engineer at Washington Penn Plastics from May 2021 to July 2022 was valuable in broadening my engineering expertise. During this time, I had the opportunity to complete two rotational segments (processing engineering and manufacturing engineering), each offering unique challenges and opportunities for growth. My tenure as a rotational engineer at Washington Penn Plastics has equipped me with a wide skill set, a deep understating of manufacturing processing for compounding plastic, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. In my current position as an Application Development Engineer at Covestro, I play a crucial role with the Engineering Plastics Division. My role involves supporting part/mold design, CAE and processing development projects. Continuous learning is a fundamental aspect of my job. I am constantly acquiring new knowledge and honing critical engineering skills including ideation, critical thinking and adaptability. In addition to my profession, I am currently pursuing my master’s degree in Polymer Engineering at the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Outside of the workspace, I am an alumni of the women’s volleyball team at Penn State Behrend. Currently, I am a coach at Revolution Volleyball Club (Pittsburgh, PA) for the sixteen-year-old age group. I hope to grow and inspire young volleyball players, while passing along my acquired volleyball knowledge.