Ariel Marroquin

Experience

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  HANAC

  Jul 2020 - Aug 2020

  Summer Intern | Pencil Organization

  Collaborated with a group of 8 college students to fix community issues Analyzed ongoing market trends In specified areas using opensource software Developed solutions and business plans catered to fixing Food Scarcity Collaborated with VERISON Department Manager to develop and execute the project Responsible for the organization of all data, time management, and verbal presentation

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  City Tech, CUNY

  Jan 2022 - now

  Researching and developing PEGDA-based aerogel technologies to support NASA’s goal of growing modular food in space with minimal water and limited space. Focused on designing and manufacturing vessels optimized for plant growth in zero-gravity environments. Investigating methods to enhance modularity, efficiency, and practicality of aerogels in extraterrestrial agricultural systems. Improvement of overall Mechatronics club organization Teaching the principles of design and 3D printing via classroom setting Promotion of the club through various platformsRecruitment and growth of 20 students and continuing!

  • NASA PEGDA Research

    Sept 2024 - now

  • Mechatronics Club

    Jan 2022 - now
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  ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers)

  Aug 2022 - now

  ASME Student Advisory Member (PRESIDENT)

  Advisement and recruitment of multiple students to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.Helping incoming students connect to opportunities and professional development.Spreading awareness of long-term career planning through connections via ASME.

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  Rotary International

  Oct 2022 - now

  Rotary Volunteer (Rotarian)

  Helping the community through education on polio prevention and by volunteering time for those who are in need. Also, professional and personal development through community engagement and related collaborations.

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  Exelon

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  Substation Intern

  -ComED Intern in transmission and substation duties, contributing to the seamless flow of electricity and ensuring reliable power supply in the state of Illinois. Dealing with all substation equipment that includes transmission and fire protection. Equipment includes medium to high voltage (12kV-500kV) transformers.-Assisted with maintenance, inspections of equipment, including circuit breakers, buss bars and switchgear systems. This includes Preventative Maintenance and future Work Order scheduling.-Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support grid reliability initiatives and optimize operational efficiency. Developed strong technical skills in analyzing electrical systems and implementing preventive maintenance.Intern Project: Estimating the Electric Vehicle growth and its impacts on the ComEd electrical grid in 2023, 2030 and 2050! Show less

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  Exelon

  May 2024 - Aug 2024

  New Business Intern

  -Assisted in processing applications for new electrical services, supporting developers, contractors, and businesses in establishing connections for new construction projects.-Collaborated with the New Business team to ensure timely and efficient delivery of electrical infrastructure, contributing to the successful launch of new business ventures via engineering due diligence.-Intern Project: Load and Worked hours Heatmap in PowerBI to highlight “At Risk” Areas for the city of Chicago Show less