About me

Alex Correa

I’ve wanted to work in product design since I was little. Now, I’m studying mechanical engineering at Harvard with a minor in economics, working toward a career designing physical products.

Right now, I’m looking for an internship where I can get more hands-on experience in CAD, prototyping, and manufacturing. I also want to learn more about testing designs, choosing materials, and taking a part from a model to something that can be made and assembled.

Harvard UniversityS.B. expected May 2029GPA 3.67 / 4.00

Learning by building

I’ve been going to construction jobs with my dad for as long as I can remember. At JM Correa Construction, I helped set up retaining walls from engineering plans, operated a skid steer, and worked with materials on site. Growing up around that work taught me to appreciate both the craft of building and the effort it takes. That work ethic stays with me in engineering.

View from the skid steer I operated, facing stone and retaining walls on a construction site
From the skid steer · retaining-wall work

Outside engineering

I’ve played soccer my whole life. After ACL surgery this summer, I’m back to walking and jogging and working through physical therapy on my way back to playing. I also enjoy learning and playing musical instruments. Whether it’s keep-ups on the field, a trip with friends, or cards and board games with family, I like having something to do together.

With my soccer team on the field at night
With my soccer team
With friends in front of Cloud Gate in Chicago
A trip to Chicago with friends

Design & analysis

SolidWorks · Onshape · Engineering drawing · GD&T · FEA · Mechanism design · Center-of-mass analysis · Design trade studies

Manufacturing

CNC milling · Lathe · Drill press · Vertical band saw · Silicone molding · 3D printing · Laser cutting

Software

Python · Arduino · Next.js · Node.js · Socket.io · Tailwind CSS · Vercel · AI-assisted development

Work & leadership

Fall 2026–present

HURC Mars Rover drill & elevator

Harvard Undergraduate Robotics Club · drill & elevator design

I design the rover’s drill and elevator, including a revised four-rail support structure. Juan designed the cache system; I integrated it into my CAD and changed the elevator architecture to fit the combined assembly. I’m currently comparing components we need to buy with parts we can manufacture. Once those choices are made, I’ll move into detailed CAD. I also sketch interfaces with the chassis and suspension team.

Fall 2025–present

Formula SAE

Harvard Undergraduate Automotive Society

My work spans SolidWorks models of existing wheel-assembly and suspension components, pedal-box CAD revisions, and materials research. I’m currently checking the seat the team already purchased against the competition rule book, alongside research into harness mounting. A six-point harness is the starting configuration.

2025–present

Harvard SHPE

Co-Director of Outreach

I lead corporate outreach and follow-up, contributing to $12,000 in sponsorships. I also help organize industry sessions, mentoring, resume reviews, and career support.

2023–2025

JM Correa Construction

Masonry & Operations Assistant

Retaining-wall construction, including skid-steer operation, material preparation, power-tool use, and site setup. I also managed invoices and job-cost records, and helped with Spanish–English interpretation between crews and contractors.