Sara Ignoffo
About Sara Ignoffo
Sara Ignoffo is a Summer Intern at Aldridge Electric, where she has worked since 2020, building on her previous internship experience in 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kentucky, where she studied from 2017 to 2021.
Work at Aldridge Electric
Sara Ignoffo has been working as a Summer Intern at Aldridge Electric since 2020, contributing to various projects for four years. Her role involves ordering materials and establishing relationships with vendors, which supports the operational efficiency of the company. Previously, she completed a two-month internship at Aldridge Electric in 2019, where she gained foundational experience in the electrical industry.
Education and Expertise
Sara Ignoffo studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Kentucky, where she earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree from 2017 to 2021. Her academic background provides her with a solid understanding of engineering principles, which she applies in her internship roles. This educational foundation supports her technical skills and knowledge in project management.
Background
Before her tenure at Aldridge Electric, Sara Ignoffo interned at Domain Corporation in 2017 for three months. During this internship, she assisted in various tasks that enhanced her understanding of project management and engineering practices. Her experiences across different companies have equipped her with a diverse skill set relevant to the engineering field.
Internship Responsibilities
Throughout her internships, Sara Ignoffo has been responsible for several key tasks. She tracked and logged materials and costs, which provided essential support in project budgeting and resource management. Additionally, she assisted the general project manager on-site within a substation, gaining hands-on experience in managing engineering projects. Her role also included closing out subcontracts for completed jobs and creating new ones for upcoming projects, showcasing her skills in contract management.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Sara Ignoffo has demonstrated technical skills by redlining site plans when completing Requests for Information (RFIs). This task highlights her attention to detail and ability to work with technical documentation. Her contributions during her internships have provided valuable support to project teams and enhanced her practical engineering skills.