- Baking & Small Business
- Weekend Farmers Market Stall
- Swimming & Fitness
- Live Music
ALANNA HAYDEN
Sligo
Summary
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering student at Dublin City University with hands-on experience in manufacturing data analysis, Power BI, DAX, SolidWorks, and project coordination. Completed a six-month Engineering Internship with Abbott Diabetes Care, supporting manufacturing teams through data analysis, dashboard development, and engineering projects. Highly engaged in the DCU Engineering Society, with 3 years of committee experience and current roles as Trips Officer and Common Room Committee Head. Strong background in student engagement, event organisation, leadership, and stakeholder communication, with a proactive and approachable style suited to both technical and people-focused roles.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Trips Officer
Engineering Society DCU
Dublin
03.2026 - Current
- Coordinated domestic and international Engineering Society trips, overseeing transport, accommodation, activities, and trip logistics to ensure smooth execution.
- Liaised with transport and accommodation providers, activity organisers, and external suppliers to coordinate bookings and promptly resolve issues, ensuring seamless trip operations.
- Arrange bus, flight, and accommodation bookings while comparing options to balance cost, convenience, and group requirements.
- Managed trip documentation, including registration forms, participant information, consent forms, and travel details, facilitating organised and compliant travel experiences.
- Communicate itineraries, schedules, payment information, and important updates to large groups of students.
Engineering Intern
Abbott Diabetes Care
Donegal
03.2026 - 09.2026
- Reverse engineered machine components using SolidWorks, producing precise 3D CAD models for engineering and manufacturing applications.
- Designed and developed Power BI dashboards using DAX to visualise manufacturing KPIs and improve access to operational data.
- Analysed manufacturing and production data to identify trends and support engineering decision-making, enhancing performance monitoring.
- Completed three-month Master Schedule Plan (MSP) project, analysing production requirements and manufacturing data to optimise scheduling and capacity planning.
Events Officer
Engineering Society DCU
Dublin
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Executed and managed weekly engineering and social events, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
- Identified and secured venues, budgets, guest lists, catering, and timelines for events.
- Supervised event operations and promptly resolved issues to ensure seamless experiences.
- Secured sponsorships for events and the society, such as brands like Red Bull and companies such as Réaltra Space Systems.
- Collaborated with university staff, industry partners, and stakeholders to deliver high-impact events on tight budgets and timelines.
Process Assurance Operator (Summer Internship)
Freudenberg Medical
Carrick on Shannon
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted in-process and final inspections under GMP standards, ensuring compliance with medical device specifications.
- Fabricated complex catheter-based medical devices for Siemens and Medtronic, contributing to quality production processes.
- Developed understanding of regulatory frameworks and quality systems in medical device manufacturing, enhancing compliance knowledge.
- Maintained safety standards through consistent adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols, ensuring a safe working environment.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical & Manufacturing - Engineering
Dublin City University
Dublin, Ireland08-2026
St. Nathy's College
Roscommon, RN01-2023
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Data Analysis
- Power BI & DAX
- Process Improvement
- Technical Problem Solving
- SolidWorks CAD
- Event & Trip Management
Accomplishments
- Represented Connacht 3 times at provincial level swimming competitions; won bronze in the 100m backstroke.
- Competed as a dedicated club swimmer for over 7 years at Carrick Fins, demonstrating discipline and time management.
- Currently training for 10K road races, having previously accomplished multiple timed 5K runs.
- Elected Events Officer of DCU Engineering Society, leading events with 100+ attendees and managing external communications.
Interests
Timeline
Trips Officer
Engineering Society DCU
03.2026 - Current
Engineering Intern
Abbott Diabetes Care
03.2026 - 09.2026
Process Assurance Operator (Summer Internship)
Freudenberg Medical
05.2025 - 09.2025
Events Officer
Engineering Society DCU
01.2025 - 03.2026
Bachelor of Mechanical & Manufacturing - Engineering
Dublin City University
St. Nathy's College