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'Project WORTHY'. I need to cut some of this UIUC essay down, can you help? [9]
As a freshman in high school,
I was already looking forward to a future in engineering. my Introduction to Engineering Design teacher
saw my interest and presented me with an application for Project WORTHY, a program for high school students interested in pursuing engineering or business.
I chose to apply for the program because of my interest in engineering and my curiosity about the corporate world. I expected a lot from the program, but I underestimated how much and how fast I would learn. (
Imo, you could write this more succinctly)
My interview was at Northrup Grumman, and for the first time outside of school, I was able to showcase my talents and ambitions. ("I was greeted as Mr. Mehta; I liked the sound of that." does not seem necessary. I'm kinda curious about the nature of the interview, and how you "were able to showcase your talents and ambitions").
As I waited for my acceptance letter three months later, all I could think about was Project WORTHY (
Idk, something like that, you can compress the point )
As part of the program, I
've been able to work on my own engineering projects . The first year, I chose to explore radio frequency jamming and controlling. (
I'm a little disappointed that you didn't elaborate). I then moved on to programming during my junior year. This year, I wanted to incorporate what I had learned in my engineering classes at school, with the resources at Northrop Grumman. I am designing, programming, building, and marketing a fuel economy gauge for cars.
The summer enrichment portion of the program was particularly beneficial. (
Something like that, you can shorten it) Each summer,
students in the program
collaborate on an engineering project . During my first summer, I was elected CEO of the mock company. This past summer, I was the student lead for the program. It was an amazing opportunity to be in a management position, because that is where I see myself in the future. (<--I like this)