Adam O'Deven

Design/Engineering student with strong skills and a high aptitude for learning.This website serves as an extension to my resume, providing longer-form explanations of experience and links to work or affiliations.

About

I'm a student at Avondale High School in Auburn Hills, MI, and am part of the 2024 graduate class. After I graduate, I plan to attend a university with a focus on engineering and design. I'm in search of employment that will further strengthen my skills and experience in my desired fields of study. I'm planning for a career in the space between engineering and design. On a side note, I have a driver's license and a reliable vehicle.

Hobbies

- Design projects
- Research Projects
- Front-End Website Dev
- Personal Development
- Weightlifting
- Traveling

Certifications

- Microsoft Technology Associate: Introduction to Programming using Python
- Certiport: Networking
- Certiport: Network Security
- Certiport: Cybersecurity
- TestOut: Network Pro
- TestOut: Security Pro

Experience

Robotics – 6/2018 - Present
Mechanical Engineer and Brand Designer

I have been part of the high school travel robotics team (FRC) since 7th grade, in which my main jobs are mechanical design, brand and identity development, and drive team. I use SolidWorks to document, communicate, and aid manufacturing of designs. Also, I and made the team branding package on my own, and developed the guidelines that we follow to maintain consistency in our presentation. I'm also a 2 time FRC Dean's List Semi-Finalist.

Website Designer – 7/21 - Present
Freelancer

I started designing websites as a hobby. I've always had a passion in making things look good, and websites are a powerful way to present information in a unique and versatile manner. The first website I designed was for my school's press club, which has maintained itself for over 3 years as a platform for students at Avondale to share information. Since, I've designed websites for an automotive detailing company, my school's Nation Honor Society chapter, and the informational site and internal merch store for RoboJackets 3538, the FRC team part of the non-profit RoboJackets K12,

General Skills

  • Public speaking

  • Working with/Leading others

  • Hard working

  • Fast learning

  • Creative thinking

  • Problem solving

  • Intuitive with technology

  • Organized

Education

I take studies seriously and always excel. I have finished Calculus 1-3, and Differential Equations Oakland Community College, and am currently taking Linear Algebra and Physics 1. A majority of my other classes consist of AP or honors courses. Although my electives are limited due to my rigorous schedule, I have fit in classes in my desired field like Programming 1, Networking & Security, and Principles of Engineering, all of which I passed the available certifications. I am also currently enrolled to take Engineering Design and Aesthetics in Competitive Robotics, an independent study. Additionally, my GPA is a 4.0 and I strive to maintain that. Post high school, I'm planning to major in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Business.

Extracurricular Activities

Outside of school, robotics, and work, I also do some additional activities. I'm part of the AHS press club, a member of the National Honor Society, and a member of the German Honor Society