Gurcharan Singh Sahi
2550 Yeager Road
Apt #12-4
West Lafayette, IN
gsahi@purdue.edu
(317) 242-8356
OBJECTIVE
To obtain the position of CCO Ambassador with the Center for Career Opportunities.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
GPA: 3.52/4.0
Graduation: May 2013
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
AutoCAD, Microstation, Revit, MINITAB, Eagle Point, MathCAD, GRIN, Primavera, Google Sketch, Microsoft
Office (Excel, Word, Project etc.), MATLAB, Visio, Outlook Express, Adobe Premiere, Netscape, Thunderbird.
EXPERIENCE
May 2010-August 2010
Public Works Department (PWD), Student Intern
Amritsar Overpass project, Amritsar, Punjab, India
o Inspected and analyzed the overpass for existing faults to ease filling. 
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o Tested & ensured the quality of materials in compliance with the national bismarck standards. 
February 2010-May2010
College of Technology, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
o Mentored students to analyze & visualize the intricate details of elements to realize their ideas 3 dimensionally. 
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o Inculcated the use of newer & time-efficient techniques in the latest software among the students. 
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o Guided students with initial fears about the use of technology and the field of Civil Engineering. 
Undergraduate Research Assistant (SURF), Physiological Sensing Facility
June 2009-August 2009
Bindley Bioscience Center, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
o Researched the detachment of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa biofilms under various physical & chemical stresses. 
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o Monitored laboratory equipment continually for problems and breakdowns. 
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o Developed better methods for conducting experiments to facilitate consistency in the results. 
Engineering Projects in Community Service (EPICS), Chief Financial Officer
January 2009-May 2009
Young Women's Christian Association project, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
o Remodeled existing gymnasium for 115 women to consolidate remote office locations. 
o Generated floor plans as well as composing technical drawings. 
o Engineered & maintained the budget for the project in accordance with the client’s requirements. 
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Computer Graphics & Technology for Civil Engineers
ACTIVITIES & HONORS
Purdue Student Engineering Foundation (PSEF), West Lafayette, IN
February 2009-April 2009
-Taught ‘Engineering’ to incoming freshman engineers as a peer mentor.
Bridge Bust Competition, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
February 2009
-Secured a bronze medal among 20 teams across the country for building the most efficient bridge using balsa wood .
American Society of Civil Engineers(ASCE), Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
January 2009-Present
- Coordinate field trips to provide opportunities to future CE professionals to develop practical knowledge of the field.
Alpha Phi Omega (National Service Fraternity), West Lafayette, IN
August 2008-December 2008
-Constructed ‘LEADS’ programs to encourage service through leadership among 60 students.
Chi Epsilon (National Civil Engineering Honorary), Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
August 2008-Present
- Membership awarded to top third undergraduate class exhibiting Scholarship, Character, Practicality, and Sociability.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Global Engineering & Leadership Program (GEARE), Tech de Monterrey, Mexico
Young Entrepreneurs in Emergence (YEE), Abu Dhabi, UAE
International Youth Scholars’ Conference, Beijing, China
Junior Indian Field Hockey Team Member
March 2009
June 2007-August 2007
April 2006-May 2006
December 2005-December 2007