Benjamin Ganko
Summary
Motivated and driven student at the University of Queensland. Equipped with a broad knowledge base from studies across multiple fields. Seeking opportunities in a fast paced, challenging environment that will require hard work and high performance. Capable of working under stress and time pressure by prioritising and completing work efficiently. Fast learner who enjoys taking on new challenges.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Intern
Aurecon
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Contributed to Aurecon's Power Generation team across a broad range of projects
- Conducted technical analyses, assisted client facing interactions, and worked on proposal bids
- Gained in-depth knowledge of power generation technologies whilst developing analytical and problem-solving skills
Lead Tutor
The University Of Queensland
02.2021 - Current
- Teaching Introduction to Electrical Engineering - responsible for the presentation of material to 100 students and the management of three other tutors
- Greatly improved communication and delegating skills
- Have received positive feedback from students through teacher evaluations
- Committed to using feedback to improve
Summer Intern
Energy Queensland
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Worked in the Cairns office as part of the distributed energy resources team
- Responsible for drafting Energy Queensland policies on microgrids and associated technologies
- Gained invaluable experience in industry – proved to be an adaptable and independent worker capable of completing tasks promptly and to a high standard
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Commerce - Electrical Engineering/Finance
The University of Queensland
07.2024
Semester Based Exchanged -
University of Connecticut
2022
High School Diploma -
Brisbane Grammar School
2018
Skills
- Programming – well versed in Python, C, and C with the ability to pick up new languages quickly
- Data analysis - capable of handling large data sets in both Excel and python to complete technical analysis
- Artificial intelligence - completed year long thesis on large language models and their applications
References
References available upon request.
leadership and awards
- The University of Queensland Academic Excellence Scholarship (2019 - 2022)
- The University of Queensland Dean's Commendation (2019 – 2023)
- Australian Power Institute Bursary (2019 – 2022)
- Australian Defence Force Long Tan Award (2018)
- School Sport Australia Cross Country Captain (2018)
Timeline
Summer Intern
Aurecon
11.2023 - 02.2024
Lead Tutor
The University Of Queensland
02.2021 - Current
Summer Intern
Energy Queensland
11.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Commerce - Electrical Engineering/Finance
The University of Queensland
Semester Based Exchanged -
University of Connecticut
High School Diploma -
Brisbane Grammar School
Similar Profiles
Sophie GreenSophie Green
Manager, Sustainability and Climate Change at AureconManager, Sustainability and Climate Change at Aurecon
Dilson SubediDilson Subedi
Electrical Engineer at AureconElectrical Engineer at Aurecon
Japheth RicamaraJapheth Ricamara
QA Engineer at AureconQA Engineer at Aurecon
Rebecca De CiccoRebecca De Cicco
Principal, Digital Enablement at AureconPrincipal, Digital Enablement at Aurecon
Tanesia MooreTanesia Moore
Summer Intern at School Aged Child Care (SACC)Summer Intern at School Aged Child Care (SACC)