Mackenzie Conway
Richmond Hill,Canada
Summary
- Third year Biomechanical Engineering (BASc) students with strong interests in Medical Technology and Biomedical Research.
- Project management experiences gained through work, design courses, and design team experience.
- Looking to gain more professional experience.
- Willing to learn and make a positive impact on your company.
Relevant Courses
- Frontiers in Biomechanical Engineering
- Biomechanical Product development
- Mechanical Engineering Laboratory
- Fluid Mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Digital Systems and Electronic Circuits
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Instructor
University of Toronto - Jr.DEEP Outreach Program
Toronto, Ontario
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Taught students in grades 5/6 about aerospace engineering.
- Planned, prepared, and presented lessons that followed program guidelines.
- Utilized various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and story-guided space mission.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, co-workers, and parents.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet individual students' needs.
- Worked one-on-one with students if they were having difficulty with a concept.
- Help students with special needs develop healthy coping mechanisms and strategies.
- Received recognition from parents/guardians for contributions to students' development.
Barista
Starbucks Coffee Company
Thornhill, Canada
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Greeted customers and took orders. Developed customer service skills.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
Camp Counselor
Camp Robin Hood
Markham, Canada
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Organized and supervised camp activities. Promoted team-building activities.
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
- Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
- Provided support to ensure the safety of all campers.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
Dance Teacher
Soul in Motion Dance Arts Academy
Richmond Hill, Canada
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Taught recreational jazz and ballet to students ages 5-8.
- Organized and managed rehearsals to ensure adequate preparation for recitals.
- Instructed students in proper technique and terminology for styles of dance, such as ballet and jazz.
- Assessed student progress through observation and feedback during class sessions.
- Motivated students to practice regularly and strive for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues on creative ideas for choreography and costuming designs.
Education
BASc - Biomechanical Engineering
Queen's University
Kingston, ON04.2026
High School Diploma - Performing Arts Dance Program
Westmount Collegiate Institute
Thornhill, ON06.2022
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Medical Technology and Biomedicine
- Biomaterial science
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Programming Languages (Python, C, MATLAB)
- Computer Aided Design (Fusion 360, CAD)
- Project Management
- Data Analytics and Management
- Manufacturing processes
- Punctuality and Organization
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Customer service
Affiliations
Queen’s Biomechatronics Team - Power Systems Project Manager
(09/2024 to Present)
- Managed a sub-team and guided the design of a power system, that was to be integrated into a lower extremity exoskeleton to aid firefighters during the CPAT test.
Queen’s Biomedical Innovations Team - Oxygen Delivery Sub-team
(09/2023 to 04/2024)
- Worked in a team to design physical components of a renewable sourced oxygen system.
- Client was a rural district in South-Eastern Chad that did not have resources to run electricity generators for long periods of time.
Queen’s EngSoc - Orientation Leader
(09/2023 to 04/2024)
- Served as a mentor; helping first year students adjust to being an engineering student in university, and building connections with peers.
First Year Design Course II - Exoskeleton Ankle Joint
(01/2023 to 05/2023)
- Designed a prototype which was modeled in CAD, and took lead as the project manager. Final product was to be used by firefighters for the CPAT test. Client was the Queen's Biomechatronics team.
First Year Design Course I - Robotic Arm
(09/2022 to 12/2022)
- Worked as the mechanical specialist, adequately designed and mathematically modeled a vertical and horizontal gear box powered by a DC motor.
Physics Club - Highschool Club President
(09/2021 to 06/2022)
- Discussed recent discoveries in physics and the vast possibilities physics has to offer. Tutoring was provided during meeting.
Accomplishments
- Distinction of Dean’s Scholar Award (2023-2024 Academic Session)
- Grade 12 Academic Biology Award
- Grade 10-11 Academic Dance Award
- Grade 9-10 Merit Mathematics Award
- Distinction in Royal Academy of Dance Ballet Exams (Grade 4 - Advanced 1)
- Grade 8 Student Council Award
Certification
First Aid & CPR/AED level C (Canadian Red Cross)
WHIMIS Training (Queen's University)
Timeline
Program Instructor
University of Toronto - Jr.DEEP Outreach Program
05.2024 - 08.2024
Barista
Starbucks Coffee Company
05.2023 - 08.2023
Camp Counselor
Camp Robin Hood
06.2021 - 08.2022
Dance Teacher
Soul in Motion Dance Arts Academy
09.2019 - 07.2020
BASc - Biomechanical Engineering
Queen's University
High School Diploma - Performing Arts Dance Program
Westmount Collegiate Institute
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