Co-op in the Kennedy Space Center Materials Laboratories Branch of the KSC Engineering directorate (NE-L7). Assisted in the certification of a large thermal vacuum chamber for preparation of payloads for the International Space Station, developed test profiles for testing in a thermal vacuum chamber, became the branch expert in electrostatic discharge (ESD) testing for materials compatibility, assisted in the development of a fire suppression control system for a flammability chamber, shadowed Material and Environmental Testing Lab lead to gain experience in mechanical testing, assisted in a wide variety of failure analysis investigations.

Engineering intern at an independent development and certification testing facility for marine manufacturers. Projects included a variety of certification tests to ensure that the manufacturer claims on products are as published. This job required logical reasoning, quick learning, attention to detail, and clear communication with team members.

Assisted in human subject testing using the motion capturing system to analyze human performance. The center specializes in the application and development of prosthetics and orthotics.

Performed research on the photodegradation of chemical dyes using high intensity lights.