1. Sarah Kelsey McLaughlin
400 Corsair Drive, North Palm Beach, Fl 33408  (561) 254-5845  sarahkelseymclaughlin@gmail.com
Objective
Organized, results-driven individual seeking to develop a long-term relationship with an engineering company
and to obtain a dynamic position that will allow me to demonstrate my expertise in critical thinking, problem
solving, and interpersonal skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical and Chemical Engineering Graduated May 2016
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Cumulative GPA: 3.2 / 4.0
RelevantCoursework
Thermodynamics Process Analysis & Design
Chemical Reaction Kinetics Chemical Engineering Computations
Mass, Heat, and Momentum Transfer Process Control
Skills
Programs and Software: Microsoft Office Applications, MATLAB, AspenPlus, COMSOL
Laboratory Experience
Unit Operations Lab, Florida State University August- December2015
 Developed protocols for chemical processes by writing equipment operating procedures.
 Generated clear and concise reports to characterize system performance by collecting data with
measurement devices and concluding results with computerized DOE analysis.
 Demonstrated laboratory safety by studying Material Safety Data Sheets, following OSHA regulations,
and including guidelines for safety and emergency shutdown in equipment operating procedures.
Biochemistry Lab, Florida State University January- April 2014
 Applied scientific analysis techniques, such as molecular cloning, bacterial transformation using vector
plasmids and PCR, lyzozyme crystallization, affinity chromatography, and gel electrophoresis.
 Collaborated in groups of two to four; delegated responsibility among lab partners by coordinating tasks.
Also worked independently on projects and assignments.
 Recorded data and interpreted results into organized scientific papers.
Campus Involvement
Theta Tau, Professional Engineering Fraternity
Phi Delta Chapter, Community Service Chair September 2014
Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) August 2013
Society of Women Engineers (SWE) August 2013
Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) January 2013
National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) August 2010
Work Experience
Tequesta Terrace Assisted Living Community, Tequesta, FL March 2010-August 2011
Food Server (Kitchen Department)
 Attended to the needs of disabled individuals in a geriatric population, while remaining professional and
respectful.
 Cooperated with co-workers by allocating duties and sharing chores and responsibility.
 Assistant manager during special events by overseeing dining hall accommodations and directing
kitchen staff.