Layla Parsa
About Layla Parsa
Layla Parsa is a Project Engineer currently working at DPR Construction in Atlanta, Georgia. She has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various engineering roles, including internships and positions at notable companies in the construction and engineering sectors.
Work at DPR Construction
Layla Parsa currently serves as a Project Engineer at DPR Construction, a position she has held since 2023. Her role is based on-site in Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to this, she worked as a Project Engineering Intern at DPR Construction from 2020 to 2022, gaining valuable experience over a two-year period. During her internship, she contributed to various projects, enhancing her skills in project management and engineering practices.
Education and Expertise
Layla Parsa earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Georgia, completing her degree in 2023. She was involved in the STEM Magnet Program at Kennesaw Mountain High School from 2015 to 2019, which provided her with a strong foundation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Her academic background supports her expertise in engineering principles and practices.
Professional Experience
Before her current role at DPR Construction, Layla Parsa worked as a Design Engineer at Plantfi for nine months from 2022 to 2023. She also completed an internship at Turner Construction Company for three months in 2022. Additionally, she gained experience as an intern at Cobb EMC in 2018 for four months. Layla has also contributed to the University of Georgia College of Engineering as a Student Ambassador and Grader from 2021 to 2023 and 2020 to 2022, respectively.
Internship Experience
Layla Parsa has a diverse internship background that includes positions at Turner Construction Company and Cobb EMC. She interned at Turner Construction Company for three months in 2022, where she gained insights into construction processes. Her internship at Cobb EMC in 2018 lasted four months and provided her with experience in the energy sector. These internships have contributed to her professional development in engineering.