Marysia Serafin

917 Harvest View Ct, Purcellville, VA 20132 • 571.426.0052 • marysiaseraf@gmail.com

Education
University of Virginia, School of Engineering and Applied Science Charlottesville, VA
Bachelor of Science – Major: Mechanical Engineering Minor: Design Integration
Bachelor of Arts – Major: French May 2019
Technology Leaders Program, Member
Relevant Internship & Work Experience
University of Virginia Scholars Lab, Charlottesville, VA: Makerspace Technologist August 2017-Present
 Operate and maintain 3D printing lab for clients and instruct them on the basics of design and 3D printing
 Assist clients with electrical circuit problems, soldering, and Arduino-based issues
Focused Ultrasound Foundation, Charlottesville, VA: Research Intern May-August 2018
 Interface laboratory equipment through Matlab for preclinical studies
 Design and run preclinical proof-of-concept experiments
 Create a post-processing system for stereolithographic materials
K2M, Inc, Leesburg, VA: Engineering Product Development, Design Team Intern May-August 2017
 Used Solidworks to design and update drawings, 3D models, and assemblies of medical devices
 Supported product development with a focus in maintaining and updating technical records
 Collaborated with engineers and quality control to accomplish assigned projects
 Revised and redrew 40+ instrument drawings and models for a new supplier
 Attended cadaver labs to gain knowledge of products and spinal anatomy
School of Engineering and Applied Science, Calculus and Chemistry Tutor October 2016-May 2017
Other Work Experience:
Starbucks, Purcellville and Charlottesville VA: Barista August 2014-October 2016
Projects
Instant Messaging System September 2017
 Designed web-enabled circuit through Arduino that allowed users to communicate on different computers
Alarm System January-March 2017
 Designed a electromechanical system that would either alarm or open a door if a code was entered
Portable Breathing Apparatus March-May 2016
 Designed and created a Preliminary Patent Application for a device that conceals a breathing apparatus,
making those with respiratory issues less conspicuous
The CleanBot: http://thecleanbot.weebly.com October-December 2015
 Designed and manipulated RedBot to act like a “Roomba” and clean floors
Virginia Aerospace Science and Technology Scholar October 2013-July 2014
 Researched radiation, rocket propulsion, biomechanics, and human physiology in space exploration
 Spent a week at NASA Langley Research Center planning a theoretical mission to Mars
Skills and Interests
 Programming: Python, Arduino, Matlab, Mathcad
 Software: Autodesk, Cura, Solidworks, MasterControl, InDesign
 Blacksmithing, 3D Printing and CAD, laser cutting, electromechanical system design
Leadership, Professional, & Extracurricular Activities
Society of Women Engineers, Member August 2015-Present
Take Back the Night, Outreach Committee Member January 2017-Present
Computers for Kids, Charlottesville, VA: Volunteer August 2017-Present
Slavic Student Association, Member August 2017-Present
Warm Up America, Member August 2016-Present
Student Council Member, Outreach Committee Member May 2016-May 2017
Second Year Council Member, Academic & Wellness Committee Member May 2016-May 2017
Engineering Student Council, Member &Communications Committee Member August 2015-May 2017
Girl Scouts of America: Bronze and Silver Award Recipient September 2008-May 2015