Caidyn's Vanity
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions that I get asked either by employers or people I meet. This section is here to help you get answers about why I do what I do, what my passions are and why you should care. Please enjoy!
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Questions
What are you looking for in an internship?
Answers
Ideally, I want a challenging work environment where I can work closely with like minded individuals. I love to learn from a myriad of people and ask a ton of questions in order to understand and achieve the best output, thus the work environment needs to be collaborative. I'm the type of person who wants to constantly learn and progress while applying the skills I have obtained in my studies, so a place that has lots of room for personal growth is important to me.
What non-technical skills do you have to offer?
I am an extremely fast learner. I am dedicated and passionate about everything that I do. I work really hard and I promise you I will work harder than anybody you know. I am efficient and prompt. I stress to get things done early so I can have a proficient amount of time to review and revise. I can communicate and work with lots of people!
Why Electrical Engineering?
I have grown up curious about the technology that has rapidly taken over our everyday lives. I would have too many questions and not enough answers, thus I developed this need to understand why and how technology works. What better way to do that then by tackling the roots? So, here I am today, finding the answers to so many of my questions as a young child! I didn't know what was the best path to take when I was choosing my major, but I am so thankful everyday that I chose Electrical Engineering. It is extremely fascinating and there is always more to learn.
Isn't Electrical Engineering extremely difficult?
Despite the amount of people that told me Electrical Engineering was going to be extremely difficult, time consuming and exhausting, and I would eventually want to change my major, I accepted the challenge. I have never been one to limit myself or put value into other people's negative thoughts. I am not a quitter and I knew, in my gut, Electrical Engineering was the path for me. I love a good challenge and the satisfaction that comes with knowing you dispelled all the doubts. I'm a fast and dedicated learner that really hates not understanding concepts so I will make sure I am fluent in it before I can move on. I don't like limits being placed on me so I will go above and beyond to surpass them and prove that I can do anything I put my mind to, hence my 4.0 GPA.
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Is it hard? Yes, but the better question is, is it worth it? 100%. Yes
Are you willing to relocate?
​Yes. Ideally I want to work somewhere where I can continue on during the school year, but I want the best opportunity I can get and if that means relocating, I am all for it!
Do you prefer an onsite or remote job?
On-site. I love human interaction and I get way more out of the job by working closely, in-person, with my peers. Personally, there is way more benefit to working in person than there is remotely. I will work either, but I would prefer an onsite job
Why you?



I am not the typical engineer. I grew up playing sports instead of playing with circuits. I lead teams to state championships. I worked during school and yet became the first valedictorian at my high school. I am a fast learner, I am social, I'm the eldest sibling so I set good role models and know how to lead. I am driven and a bit of a perfectionist, but, most importantly, I know how to communicate and work in a team. The problem with engineers is their pride. I am not afraid to ask a question because I always want to produce the correct output. Could that question make me sound dumb? Sure, but as long as I produce the desired product who cares? But because of this, I know how to teach, which is RARE. I've been doing it my whole life, thus I can explain things to people extremely well without making them feel like they are lacking in anyway, which most engineers fail at doing. I don't like putting others down in any way, so I make it a point to explain concepts in terms that they can understand in order for us to connect. Communication is a major part of industry yet so many engineers hate it or ignore the value of it. Not me. A simple hello or thank you can go a long way.