Teresa Riles

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Major:
Industrial Engineering

Year:
Senior

Hometown:
Wheeling, IL

Other extracurricular activities:

  • SWE
  • Beekeeping Club
  • Newman Volunteer

Research/Internship/Co-op experience:

  • Zebra Technologies
    Supply Product Manager Intern
    (3 MONTHS)
  • UPS
    Industrial Engineering Intern
    (3 MONTHS)

Why Illinois?

I chose to go to Illinois for its vast opportunities in both engineering and business.

What has been your best experience at Illinois?

My best experience has been attending the WE19 Conference in Anaheim, CA with the SWE Illinois Section.

Favorite part about being an engineering student?

My favorite part of being an engineering student is solving problems with my classmates.

Why did you join EA?

I joined EA to not only enhance my communication skills, but teach grade students about STEM along the way.

What advice would you give to someone interested in pursuing a STEM degree?

Have an open mind and follow your interests, you never know where your curiosity might take you!

What do you plan on doing post-graduation?

I plan to work in industry for a few years and then work to earn my MBA.