Early Career Profiles:
Recent bachelors-level graduates in the mathematical sciences

Careers of Recent C of C Math Graduates:

Student's name: Ryan Bellamy Undergraduate institution: College of Charleston Position: Lead Quality Control Technician Employer: Luhrs, Inc. Industry sector: Manufacturing Date: The information on this page was current as of April 2007.

Job Description:

• Luhrs manufactures sport fishing boats, from twenty-eight to forty-one feet long. As quality control technician, Ryan's job is to ensure that every vessel meets or exceeds engineering guidelines.

Math on the Job:

• Elementary mathematics and logic are frequently used, as well as electronic spreadsheet software for certain projects. But, a very large percentage of the job is spent driving every boat throughout the waterways and into the ocean to test its durability at sea.

Background:

• 2005: B.S. in mathematics from the College of Charleston

Advice for Current Students:

• "Out work everyone around you, maintain a positive attitude, and always believe in yourself."

Department of Mathematics / College of Charleston