Arshia Khanifar
About Arshia Khanifar
Arshia Khanifar is a Bridges and Civil Structures Engineering Intern at Arup with a background in civil, environmental, and mechanical engineering.
Title
Bridges And Civil Structures Engineering Intern
Current Position at Arup
Arshia Khanifar currently holds the position of Bridges and Civil Structures Engineering Intern at Arup in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Since starting this internship in May 2021, Khanifar has been focusing on various projects related to bridges and civil structures. Her role includes contributing to engineering designs and analysis, ensuring safety and efficiency in structural projects.
Previous Experience at AECOM
Before her current role, Arshia Khanifar worked as a Civil Environmental Engineering Intern at AECOM in Richmond Hill, Ontario. During her 3-month internship in 2020, she gained valuable experience in environmental engineering. Her responsibilities included collaborating on civil environmental projects and applying her academic knowledge to real-world situations.
Mechanical Engineering Internship with Midnight Sun Solar Car Team
In 2020, Arshia Khanifar took on a 7-month internship with the Midnight Sun Solar Car Team in Waterloo, Ontario. As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, she contributed to the development and construction of solar-powered vehicles. This role allowed her to apply mechanical engineering principles and work closely with a team dedicated to advancing sustainable transportation technologies.
Automotive Technician Experience at Mr. Lube Canada
From 2018 to 2019, Arshia Khanifar worked as an Automotive Technician at Mr. Lube Canada in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Over the course of one year, she developed hands-on technical skills, performing various automotive maintenance and repair tasks. This experience provided her with a strong practical foundation, complementing her engineering studies.
Education and Specialization
Arshia Khanifar earned her Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from McMaster University, where she studied from 2017 to 2022. Throughout her academic career, she specialized in structural engineering as part of the civil engineering program. Her education emphasized both theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing her for her roles in engineering internships and projects.