Student at Michigan Technological University
Duluth, Minnesota Area
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- Student at Michigan Technological University
- Past
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- Quality Assurance Intern at 3M
- DSTS Implementation Intern at Ford Motor Company
- Application Development Intern at GreenStone Farm Credit Services
- Education
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- Michigan Technological University
- Universität Stuttgart
- Connections
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- Industry
- Information Technology and Services
- Websites
Thomas Waltz’s Summary
Student at Michigan Technological University (graduating December 2009) with a B.S. Computer Systems Science, International German minor. Coursework experience in hardware, systems programming, systems administration (Linux), algorithms, operating systems, databases (MySQL), networks, performance analysis (network administration and network security coming soon). Practical experience with application development, server hardware, web development, helpdesk support.
Thomas Waltz’s Specialties:
Computer Languages: C/C++, Java, VB.NET 2003, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, SQL, others
Operating Systems: Windows (Vista, XP, Server 2003, others), Linux (Fedora), some Solaris, VMWare
Software: MS Office Suite, Visual Studio, MySQL, Dreamweaver, AssetCenter, Microsoft CRM, SilkTest, SilkPerformer, others
Hardware: IBM xSeries, HP Proliant servers, PC repair, laser printers
Thomas Waltz’s Experience
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Student
Michigan Technological University
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
August 2005 — Present (4 years 5 months)
Graduation date: December 2009
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Quality Assurance Intern
3M
(Public Company; MMM; Consumer Goods industry)
May 2009 — July 2009 (3 months)
Notes:
* Worked with the application capacity/load testing and network testing group
* Team is responsible for performance testing new applications and the effects of the applications on the network
Information:
* Worked to integrate load testing software and WAN emulator hardware/software to allow for more realistic modeling of globally distributed applications. Produced documentation and performed demonstrations to the team for input and suggestions
* Explored and expanded upon team's GUI-level testing software, produced detailed documentation and led training session for the team. This methodology introduced the ability test a whole new set of applications
* Migrated team's HTML web site to 3M's standard web site environment, requested input for changes from team
* Collaborated with other IT/HR interns and created a networking tool for members of a diversity mentoring program, integrating collaborative and networking tools. Served as head site architect
* Created the newly-formed Office of the CIO web site and web site organizational hierarchy with another IT intern
* Took part in many informational Interviews in areas such as server services, storage services, mainframe/large systems, functional testing, IT security, networking, and infrastructure management
* Presented assignments and accomplishments to supervisors and the Office of the CIO organization members
* Served as coordinator for the Intern Sports League, a weekly social gathering for interns to network
Recognitions:
* Office of the CIO Instant Recognition for exceptional work towards new areas of testing -
DSTS Implementation Intern
Ford Motor Company
(Information Technology and Services industry)
2008 — 2008 (less than a year)
Notes:
* Worked with the Distributed Server Technical Support team in the Information Technology Infrastructure (ITI) department of Ford Motor Company
* Team is responsible for server implementation and decommission in distributed sites across North and South America
Information:
* Provided input, assistance with server hardware vendor change
* Physically racked and stacked servers in multiple locations in Southeast Michigan
* Communicated with networking and DNS groups
* Updated and improved accuracy for thousands of IT assets using Peregrine AssetCenter and Windows shell scripting
* Created bulk email lists for server assets, updated corresponding documentation
* Installed and configured IBM xSeries and HP Proliant server hardware, RSA and iLO remote management technologies
* Loaded Windows 2003 Server Edition and Windows 2000 Server Edition remotely
* Configured servers in remote locations using Remote Desktop, RSA and ilO technologies
* Erased disks securely for server decommissions to ensure data security
* Participated in job shadows with operating system engineering, server engineering, and upper management -
Application Development Intern
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
(Privately Held; Banking industry)
May 2006 — August 2006 (4 months)
Notes:
* Worked with the BGM Technology Collaboration, a union of Badgerland (WI), GreenStone (MI/WI), Missouri (MO), and First Farm Credit (IL) farm credit associations.
* The BGM Technology Collaboration has five major roles for these organizations: 1). take an active role in business analysis, 2). build and maintain core retail applications, 3). manage application roadmaps (long term technical vision), 4). provide wholesale vendor relations, 5). provide a role in secondary support
Information:
* Developed the user interface for the Loan Origination program, which was used in conjunction with Microsoft CRM solutions
* Created .HTC user controls (such as a pop-up calendar and user-lookup) using VB.NET, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML
* Researched the functions and features of Microsoft Project Server and Intuit's QuickBase; submitted the report to management
* Experimented with virtual PC software
* Attended staff meetings and provided input for UI-applicable topics
* Updated the Data Dictionary with team members, authored maintenance documents for the UI structure
* Assisted with presentation documents
* Tested software as well as wrote the test plans for the code that I programmed
* Assisted with US Copyright information, added information to every .DLL file in the software project
Thomas Waltz’s Education
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Michigan Technological University
Computer Systems Science (major), International German (minor) 2005 — 2009
- Activities and Societies:
- Honors Institute, Broomball, IM Ice Hockey, IM Floor Hockey, Outdoor Venture Crew
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Universität Stuttgart
Informatik 2006 — 2007
Exchange Student 2006-2007 Academic Year
- Activities and Societies:
- Klettergruppe (Rock Climbing Group)
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Thomas Waltz’s Interests:
backpacking, fishing, camping, hunting, mountain biking
Thomas Waltz’s Groups:
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Ford Motor Company -
3M - Current And Former Employees -
Universität Stuttgart
Thomas Waltz’s Honors:
National Honor Society Member (2003-2005)
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America (2004)
Dean's List, Michigan Technological University (2005-2009)
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