Eric Kennedy
About Eric Kennedy
Eric Kennedy is an Operations Leadership Program, Emerge Associate at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, where he studied from 2017 to 2021.
Work at Kennametal
Eric Kennedy currently holds the position of Operations Leadership Program, EMERGE Associate at Kennametal. He has been in this role since 2021, contributing to operations leadership initiatives within the company. Prior to this position, he served as an R&D Engineer Intern in the Ceramics division for two months in 2020. His experience at Kennametal encompasses a focus on operational efficiency and research and development in advanced materials.
Education and Expertise
Eric Kennedy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, particularly in the areas of chemical processes and materials science, which are relevant to his roles in research and operations.
Background
Before joining Kennametal, Eric Kennedy gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as a Research Associate Intern at Oak Grove Capital, LLC for three months in 2019, where he contributed to research projects. Additionally, he was an Undergraduate Researcher at the Riggleman Computational Soft Matter Lab during an independent study in 2020, further enhancing his research skills in a university setting.
Internship Experience
Eric Kennedy's internship experience includes a significant role at Kennametal as an R&D Engineer Intern in Ceramics for two months in 2020. This position allowed him to apply his engineering knowledge in a practical setting, focusing on the development and testing of ceramic materials. His previous internships at Oak Grove Capital and the Riggleman Computational Soft Matter Lab also provided him with diverse research and analytical skills.