Mechanical Engineering/Mathematics, May 2014
Project Mechanical Engineer Intern, Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

Energy and sustainability were at the forefront of Kabish Shah’s internship as project mechanical engineer for Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. During the summer, Shah was part of the major construction effort to finish Phase II of UMBC’s new Performing Arts & Humanities Building. While shadowing engineers, Shah oversaw mechanical, electrical and plumbing/public health (MEP) contractor installations of LEED-certified projects, as well as quality control. “I like doing quality control because I believe, as an engineer, it is my duty to make sure that the job is done as intended,” says Shah. “There is no compromise in quality and integrity of the work."

MY ADVICE – “Get started as soon as possible. The earlier you put a foot in the door, the better off you will be. Internship experience is invaluable.”