Internships
Discovering the Power of Industry Connections
Christopher DeDonato, an aerospace engineering major at Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering, completed his internship at Center Street Technologies, a company pioneering polymer-based Big Area Additive Manufacturing (BAAM). The company produces large-scale 3D printed items up to 12 x…
From Blueprint to Build Floor at PCC Airfoils
When aerospace engineering student Adam Varga secured his facilities engineer internship at PCC Airfoils, LLC this past summer, he knew he was stepping into a competitive field. What he didn't anticipate was just how transformative the experience would become.PCC Airfoils manufactures complex, highl…
From Brotherhood to the Bar Exam
Hello! My name is Blake Rainey, and I am a junior Political Science major with a minor in Spanish. I know the college admissions process can be challenging, believe me, whether it be the applications, scholarships, or even just making a decision – it is an important thing that can have a l…
Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Future
Hello, my name is Angel Guinn! I am currently in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, and I am majoring in Mechatronics Engineering with a minor in Sustainability!Although seemingly an odd combination, Kent was the best choice in doing all three disciplines! I went to a STEM school in Akron i…
From Groundskeeper to Gateway: Kent State Aviation Students Secure Prestigious Industry Internships
Three Kent State University College of Aeronautics and Engineering students have secured competitive summer internships that highlight the strength of the college’s aviation management program.
Making the Most of Every Opportunity
My name is Lilly Kensicki, and I am a first-generation, third-year mechatronics engineering technology major with a minor in sustainability, graduating in 2026. My senior year of high school, I was deciding between two schools. They both had the program I was interested in, and the price point …
Students in the Wild: Angel Guinn Engineers Her Future at Goodyear
In our latest internship spotlight, we feature College of Aeronautics and Engineering student Angel Guinn, whose journey at Goodyear exemplifies how valuable hands-on experience can be for engineering students preparing to enter the workforce.
The Building Blocks for Business Brilliance
Since I was young, I’ve always known Kent State was where I wanted to go to school. My dad has worked at Kent State for years, and living nearby, I was very familiar with the campus.My name is Josh Bordonaro, and I’m a senior business management major graduating in May 2025. I’ve found that being a …
Students in the Wild: Gabriel Colbrunn Pushes Boundaries in Biomedical Engineering Research
As a biomechanical testing intern, Gabe worked with a sophisticated six-degree-of-freedom robot, conducting critical research that could potentially revolutionize surgical practices.
Students in the Wild: Joshua Wood—Building a Foundation for the Future
For Joshua Wood, his summer internship at Primetals Technologies Inc. became more than just a learning experience—it confirmed his dream of becoming an engineer.