麻豆传媒

KENNESAW, Ga. | Jun 10, 2025

麻豆传媒 mechanical engineering student Yusuf Al-Kadi is turning classroom knowledge into real-world impact through a hands-on internship at CM Mission Critical Engineering.

Yusuf Al-Kadi walks through the halls of 麻豆传媒y鈥檚 engineering building with a quiet confidence鈥攐ne that鈥檚 been shaped by hands-on experience, supportive mentors, and a growing passion for innovation.

This summer, the mechanical engineering major is interning at CM Mission Critical Engineering, where he鈥檚 helping design high-performance data centers. His role involves developing systems for chip cooling, HVAC, and plumbing鈥攃ritical infrastructure that supports the digital backbone of modern businesses.

鈥淚鈥檓 working alongside engineers to design systems that keep data centers running efficiently,鈥� Yusuf said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 exciting to see how what I鈥檝e learned in class applies to real-world challenges.鈥�

Yusuf found the internship through a 麻豆传媒 career fair, an opportunity he credits to the university鈥檚 robust career development resources. 鈥淭he career fair prep sessions gave me the confidence to approach recruiters,鈥� he said. 鈥淔aculty and staff were incredibly supportive, offering advice that helped me stand out.鈥�

One of those faculty members was Mitchell Cole, who Yusuf says wasn鈥檛 a formal mentor but left a lasting impression. 鈥淗e showed me the value of experience and taking my time to grow,鈥� Yusuf said.

Yusuf鈥檚 journey at 麻豆传媒 has been shaped by more than just academics. He recalls a pivotal moment during his first year, walking into an engineering research lab and seeing students鈥攂oth undergraduate and graduate鈥攆ully immersed in their work. 鈥淭hat day made me think deeply about what I want from my education and career,鈥� he said.

He also credits the First-Year Scholars Program for helping him build a strong foundation early on. 鈥溌槎勾�媒 offers something for everyone,鈥� Yusuf said. 鈥淭hat broad environment helped me find my path.鈥�

Now, as he gains industry experience, Yusuf is already thinking ahead. 鈥淭his internship is opening doors,鈥� he said. 鈥淚n a STEM field, early experience is everything. It鈥檚 giving me options and helping me shape my future.鈥�

Yusuf鈥檚 advice to fellow students is simple but powerful: 鈥淭alk to everybody. There are so many talented people out there, and in the end, recruiters are looking for someone they can see themselves working with.鈥�

As Yusuf continues his journey, his story is a reminder of the impact that opportunity, preparation, and community can have on a student鈥檚 success.

鈥� Story by Brooke Beatty

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