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Theresa O’KeefeTheresa O’Keefe

Mechanical Engineering
Co-op: Delphi Corp.

“I was originally thinking I would pursue a career in aerospace engineering with my RIT mechanical engineering degree. But over time, I wasn’t sure of what I wanted to do. Then a friend of mine introduced me to RIT’s automotive engineering option, and I landed a co-op with Delphi Automotive in Rochester.

“During winter quarter of 2002, I co-oped as an applications engineer and worked on a correlation project with fuel rail and fuel injector testing. I analyzed data, drew my own conclusions, and made recommendations for improved testing procedures. The project was something that could be used as a model procedure for other areas within the company. I wanted to leave my mark with Delphi.

“As my co-op went on, I became more interested in obtaining a full-time position there. I enjoyed seeing different aspects of the auto industry that interested me. I believed I could work in many different areas of automotive and be happy. ”