Hi, I'm Mia!
Experience
Industrial Design Intern at Herbst Produkt
May 2025 - Now
Engaging in market research, sketching, CAD, prototyping, and Keyshot rendering for clients in consumer tech, medical, home goods, and outdoor gear. Supporting a range of clients from startups to Fortune 500s in a fast-paced consultancy environment.
Maker Specialist at Arizona State University Makerspace
Sep 2023 - May 2025
Maintaining Makerspace and equipment. Consulting guests on project construction and answering general computing questions. Teaching makerskills- 3D design, 3D printing, sewing, laser cutting, VR programming, vinyl cutting, and video and audio production.
Industrial Design Intern at Surfaceink, Part of the PwC Network
Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
Supporting clients in tech hardware product development. Working with the ME intern to produce an internal project. Engaging in concept ideation, prototyping, CAD, and product visualization.
Extracurriculars
Senior Class Rep and Graphics Officer at IDSA @ ASU
Aug 2024 - May 2025
Representing senior class student interests and designing graphics, producing marketing materials, and managing social media for IDSA, an organization aimed to advance the practice of industrial design and encourage individual professional development.
Tea Ceremony Docent at Musoan Tea House
Oct 2022 - Apr 2025
Volunteer guide teaching the Way of Tea and Japanese design aesthetics to guests from around the country.
Education
Industrial Design at Arizona State University
May 2025
Minor in Asian Languages
Summa Cum Laude
Dean's List 2021 - 2025
Awards
IDSA Student Merit Award Finalist - Arizona State University Winner
Design Excellence Award from The Design School at ASU (Spring 2025, Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022)
Skills
