During the summer of 2006, I interned at the Boeing Company in Seattle, Washington. I was working on structural design for the F22 Program. I was able to complete several weeks of training on a high-level computer design software, CATIA, as well as design an actual part for a specific F22. Going to USC definitely helped me get this internship, mainly because of my experiences on the USC Aero Design Team. Because of the team's excellent reputation and record, as well as it's experience with non-conventional configuration aircraft, I was able to connect with the manager through my ability to knowledgably and clearly describe our intricate design, build, and test processes. I was also able to perform exceptionally in Boeing presentations because of the skills I learned in the Mechoptronics Laboratory and my experience in design reviews for the Aero Design Team.

Susan Miles
AE Graduating May 07