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Ava Cotroneo

Student

240-808-0672

avacotroneo08@gmail.com

California, MD 20619

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About Me.

Ambitious and personable student who embraces challenges and adds value to any
team. Strong history of successful projects using leadership, communication, and
teamwork to complete tasks. High academic achievement paired with demonstrated
commitment and integrity.

Education

2021-2025

High School Diploma

Leonardtown High School

Leonardtown, MD

  • 4.1 GPA

  • Field Hockey Team 2021-Present (Captain)

  • Track and Field Team 2021-Present

  • Key Club President 2023-Present (Over 100hrs of service associated)

  • Key Club Leadership 2021-Present

  • National Honors Society 2022-Present

  • Spanish Honors Society 2022-Present

  • Seal of Biliteracy (Spanish) expected June 2025

  • Mental Health Awareness Club Leadership 2022- Present

2022-2025

Certificate of Excellence: Engineering

Dr. James A. Forrest

Career & Technology Center

Leonardtown, MD

  • 4.0 GPA

  • Certificate of Excellence achieved: highest honor for exemplary grades and attendance

  • Regeneron ISEF Science and Engineering Fair International Finalist (May 2023) for personal engineering project "ArmadilloSkin- The Bulletproof Backpack Insert"

  • Regeneron ISEF awards at tri-county level (1st in women's engineering, 1st in materials science, 3rd overall senior division)

  • Snap-On NC3 Certifications, Certified in AutoCAD

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Solid Works

  • Published article by Business Insider, The Baynet, Scripps National: highlighting work in personal engineering project

Work Experience

08/2024- 04/2025
Aircraft Prototype Systems Division (APSD)
Manufacturing Engineering Technology Apprentice
Patuxent River Naval Base, Patuxent River, MD

06/2024-08/2024
J.F. Taylor Inc.
Program Analyst Aide
Great Mills, MD

11/2024-Current
Okada Japanese Steakhouse
Waitress/Server/Food Preparation Worker
California, MD
 

08/2023-02/2025
Flour Donuts and Bakery
Expeditor/Cashier/Food Preparation Worker
Leonardtown, MD
 

05/2023-Current
St. Mary's County Animal Adoption               & Resource Center
Animal Caretaker
California, MD

10/2020-Current
SOMD Eliminators Field Hockey Club
Referee/Coach
Lexington Park, MD
 

  • Comprehensively and independently interpreted Mechanical Engineering technical data (CADD drawings/models).

  • Safely and independently took developed programming to operate/manufacture aircraft parts using CNC machinery.

  • Verify final product produced (part/assembly) has met the requirements of the provided technical data.

  • Applied the processes and procedures of manufacturing and assembly within a Quality Management System (QMS) and its relevance to AS9100 Certification.

  • Managed day-to-day operations of multiple programs simultaneously while ensuring quality standards are met throughout all phases.

  • Assisted in developing new program initiatives through creating detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.

  • Prepared periodic reports on the status of each program initiative as necessary according to contract

  • Logged over 20 hours on military-grade F-5 simulator, familiarizing with the functions of the aircraft as well as the mechanics of flight

  • Attended to 20+ tables per night, payments totaling 1200+ in revenue each night

  • Averaging above 17% on gratuity

  • Led serving team in opening and closing duties, delegating tasks between tables, and ensuring success within restaurant needs.

  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations to foster satisfaction and loyalty

  • Operated cash registers accurately when ringing up customers' purchases.

  • Monitored on-hand items to proactively replace low stock and keep product levels within optimal tolerances to meet expected demands.

  • Trained new bakery employees to use P.O.S. System to document orders, process payments and check progress for customers.

  • Helped facilitate adoptions by introducing potential adopters to available dogs that fit their lifestyle needs.

  • Conducted regular walks for dogs, ensuring physical activity and socialization.

  • Ensured cleanliness of kennels and other areas of the facility by disposing of waste properly, washing bedding and dishware, and organizing necessary materials in the storage areas

  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

  • Executed high-pressure decisions, awarded points and imposed penalties under time constraints.

  • Developed practice plans tailored to individual needs as well as team development requirements.

  • Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.

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