Elizabeth Schmidt
mpr8qx@virginia.edu • 757- 903-1992
EDUCATION
University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA May 2026
Bachelor of Science, Architecture (GPA 3.65)
EXPERIENCE
United States Army Corps of Engineers
Intern
January 2025
• Proposed renovations for the Waterfield Building, including porch, landscape, and furniture design
• Verified building materials and furniture met governmental standards
• Assisted in managing construction projects on Langley Military Base
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Landscape Department, Williamsburg, VA
June 2024 - August 2024 Intern Gardener
• Restored and maintained historic landscapes and gardens
• Received training in gardening, plant identification, equipment operation, and plant propagation
• Cultivated herbs, vegetables, flowers, trees, and other plants
Bush Gardens, Williamsburg, VA
July 2021 - August 2023 Ride Operator
• Operated 12 different rides and educated on rules, vocabulary, and operations
• Trained and tested new team members on ride safety, operations, and regulations
• Managed a multitude of responsibilities, including communicating with guests, ensuring guest safety, cleaning the park, answering guests’ questions, and operating different ride systems
INVOLVEMENT
Student Game Design, UVA
September 2024 - Present 3D Artist
• Designed and organized arenas for a space-themed FPS Game
• Created 3D arenas using Rhino, Blender, and Godot
• Assisted in the development of games, including game design, theme, and mechanics
University Programs Council, UVA
September 2022 - Present Director of Arts and Enrichment Committee
• Propose, plan, set up, and manage events for the entire student body
• Assist in creating merchandise, social media posts, and other promotional materials using Adobe Products
• Oversee 18 committee members and facilitate meetings once a week
• Communicate with other businesses, student organizations, and UVA staff daily to coordinate events
WXTJ Student Radio, Charlottesville, VA
September 2022 – Present DJ
• Create graphics and posters for shows using Adobe products
• Host a two-hour radio show every week
• Operate different radio technology
Habitat for Humanity, Charlottesville, VA
February 2023 - May 2023 Volunteer Crew Leader
• Learned different tools and procedures to build houses for the Charlottesville community
• Instructed people on using tools and processes concerning construction
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Rhino, V-Ray, Grasshopper, Wood Construction, Laser Cutting, Excel, Microsoft Office, Python, Blender