Andrew Van Ek
"If it isn't broke, do fix it."

Andrew Van Ek

Professional Experience

Grand Valley State University · Student Staff

June 2026 - Present | Allendale, Michigan

  • Provide uplifting and encouraging support to students and staff.
  • Efficiently handle dozens of phone calls and manage hundreds of support tickets.
  • Active during academic terms (August - May).
  • Skills: Student Employment, Student Services, Communication.

Fishbeck · Seasonal Technician (Internship)

May 2026 - Present | Cascade, Michigan

  • Developed a spreadsheet page selection color analysis program using Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Imaging PCs at scale using Tanium.
  • Achieved over 1 million ticket Invgate points.
  • Skills: AI, File Management, Windows 11, Information Technology.

Mission Design & Automation · Controls Engineering Intern

May 2025 - Aug 2025 | Ottawa County, Michigan

  • Designed and programmed HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces).
  • Programmed using Logix 5000 Designer.
  • Consolidated AutoCAD Electrical Part Drawings and updated SQL databases via SSMS.
  • Skills: PLC Programming, HMI Configuration, AutoCAD Electrical, SQL.

Vander Molen Greenhouses · General Employee

Jan 2020 - May 2025 | Hudsonville, Michigan

  • Demonstrated persistence and perseverance over 5+ years of service.
  • Managed logistics and heavy equipment, including driving forklifts to move thousands of pounds of materials.

Education

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Aug 2023 - May 2027 (Projected) | Grade: Senior

Skills: Perseverance, Information Technology.

Hudsonville High School

High School Diploma, Computer Science

Sep 2019 - May 2023

  • High School Band (2019 - 2023).
  • Skills: Perseverance, Problem Solving.

Technical Skills & Passions

Core Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Microsoft Office & Office 365
  • Windows 10/11 Deployment
  • PLC & HMI Programming

Soft Skills

  • Persistence & Perseverance
  • Public Speaking
  • Interpersonal Communication