Date of Graduation
5-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Department
Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Advisor/Mentor
Haggard, Brian
Committee Member
Howell, Terry Jr.
Second Committee Member
McVey, Matthew
Abstract
My honors thesis examines how my time in the biological engineering program and internship experience have prepared me for my future career. It highlights the skills I developed, the lessons I learned, and how these experiences shaped my job search and career decisions.
In my thesis, I share details about my internship. I described what I worked on, the places I visited, and the hands-on experience I gained. I talk about how my coursework provided a strong foundation and how my internship allowed me to apply those concepts in real-world engineering settings. I also discuss the technical and professional skills I developed, from working in an office environment to interacting with clients and visiting project sites.
I also reflect on my post-graduate job search, how my internship experience opened up new opportunities, and the factors that contributed to my decision in choosing a job. Additionally, I make recommendations for how the biological engineering program could be improved for future students.
Overall, my time in the biological engineering program and my internship experience have given me the knowledge, skills, and confidence to begin my career as a biological engineer. This thesis reflects that journey and the impact these experiences have had on my professional growth.
Keywords
internship; biological engineering; AutoCAD; Education
Citation
Bush, L. (2025). Connecting Biological Engineering Education with Hands-On Internship Experience. Biological and Agricultural Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/baeguht/102
