Keerit Singh Basra
Windsor,West Berkshire
Summary
Aspiring electrical engineer who has completed A-Levels in Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science, and is awaiting results with the aim of studying Electrical and Electronic Engineering (BEng) at the University of Warwick. Gained hands-on industry exposure through work experience placements at SSE and NG Bailey, developing practical insight into power distribution, circuit design, and project management tools including CAD and Primavera P6, alongside strong communication and organisational skills built through cross-departmental collaboration. Looking to build a future career in either power systems engineering or the semiconductor industry, with a proactive, detail-oriented approach to supporting engineers while continuing to develop technical expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Engineering intern
NG Bailey
London, City of London
2025.07 - 2025.07
- Undertook a work experience placement with NG Bailey, exploring the design engineering, resource management, and land and environment departments within a large engineering contractor and gaining a broader, more detailed understanding of how the business operates.
- Participated in online calls with engineering professionals and formatted technical documents for senior engineers, gaining insight into effective intra-company communication, internal communication and professional document standards.
- Studied circuit drawings alongside a senior design engineer, developing technical knowledge of power grids and deeper understanding of electrical design work.
- Gained an introduction to CAD software and Primavera P6, developing some basic technical and project management skills used to plan, execute, and track multi-million-pound engineering projects.
Engineering Intern
SSE
A number of locations, West Berkshire
2024.08 - 2024.08
- Completed a 4-day work experience placement with SSE, gaining a practical introduction to electrical engineering and a clear picture of how a professional engineering workplace operates day-to-day.
- Visited an active site featuring a step-down transformer, building a stronger practical understanding of power distribution and reinforcing my interest in pursuing power engineering as a career path.
- Observed cross-departmental collaboration within the office environment, developing an appreciation for how different teams communicate and coordinate to consistently meet project deadlines.
Library volunteer
Dedworth Library
Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead
2022.07 - 2022.09
- Organised and reshelved books according to library classification systems, maintaining accurate and easy-to-navigate collections for visitors
- Assisted visitors with locating books and resources, providing friendly and helpful customer service to a wide range of library users
- Maintained cleanliness and tidiness of shelves, displays, and communal areas, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors
- Managed time effectively across varied tasks during each shift, balancing customer-facing duties with organisational and upkeep responsibilities
Education
GCSEs -
St Bernards Catholic Grammar School
Slough 2019.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels - Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science
St Bernards Catholic Grammar School
Slough 2024.09 - 2026.06
Skills
- Electrical engineering fundamentals
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Introductory CAD knowledge
- Introductory Primavera P6 knowledge
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Professional communication
- Teamwork & cross-departmental collaboration
- Time management
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Reliability
- Adaptability
Languages
English
Native
Punjabi
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Month, Dedworth Library (August 2022) - Recognised for consistently reliable performance and a proactive, helpful approach to assisting library visitors, contributing to a welcoming, well-organised environment.
- Certificate of Distinction, UK Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge (2022) - Awarded to the top 25% of candidates nationally, reflecting strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
Affiliations
- Coding in Python - building personal projects to strengthen programming and problem-solving skills
- Physics — reading extracurricular material on topics including astrophysics and electromagnetism, with a particular interest in the philosophical questions physics concepts raise about the nature of reality
- Tennis - competitive sport played for 7 years, requiring discipline, focus, and strategic thinking
- Table tennis - enjoyed socially with friends, providing a fun and stimulating way to connect with others
Timeline
Engineering intern
NG Bailey
2025.07 - 2025.07
A-Levels - Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science
St Bernards Catholic Grammar School
2024.09 - 2026.06
Engineering Intern
SSE
2024.08 - 2024.08
Library volunteer
Dedworth Library
2022.07 - 2022.09
GCSEs -
St Bernards Catholic Grammar School
2019.09 - 2024.06