Callaway Deffenbaugh
Omaha
Summary
Sophomore Biological Systems Engineering student with emerging skills in biomechanics, mechanical design, quantitative analysis, and CAD modeling. Experienced in leadership, teamwork, and hands-on technical environments. Actively seeking biomedical/mechanical engineering internships to apply engineering fundamentals to real-world research or product development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Open Door Mission
09.2020 - Current
- Offer assistance with food preparation and delivery as well as maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
Referee Official
U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program
08.2019 - Current
- Ensured fair competition and safety; managed conflict resolution and independent decision-making.
Service Technician
Discount Tire
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Guided cars, interacted with customers, and ensured safe and quality care to customer vehicles.
- Physically worked on customer cars.
Volunteer
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Volunteered for charity run multiple years; helped set up games/running course then directed runners along the pathways.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering, Minor in Mathematics
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05-2028
High School -
Mount Michael Benedictine High School
Omaha, NE01.2024
Skills
- MATLAB
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Mechanical testing
- Microscopy
- CAD modeling
- Biomechanics basics
- Mechanical design principles
- Quantitative analysis
- Material properties
- Fluid properties
Timeline
Service Technician
Discount Tire
05.2025 - 10.2025
Volunteer
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2023
Volunteer
Open Door Mission
09.2020 - Current
Referee Official
U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering, Minor in Mathematics
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
High School -
Mount Michael Benedictine High School
Coursework
- Physics I-II
- Statics
- Calculus I-III
- Differential Equations
- Chemistry I, II, & Organic
- Computer Science
- Bioengineering (3 semesters)
Leadership Experience
- Head Rush Chair - Fraternity Chapter, Stepped into the role mid-term and restructured recruitment operations. Led efforts that produced the chapter's largest pledge class in 11 years. Supported chapter initiatives in philanthropy, campus networking, and event planning.
- Musician - Guitarist & Vocalist, Dedicated guitar player for 11 years; perform vocals, lead, and bass guitar in a live band. Write and produce original music on guitar and vocals.