Senior Spotlights
Sam Miglieri '19
"My name is Sam Miglieri and I graduated from the GV OSH Program in 2019. Shortly after I realized a career in engineering wasn’t for me, I found myself in Professor Huizen’s office hearing about the program and the different career opportunities within the OSH degree. I thought he was full of it initially, but he was spot on. The courses prepared me to excel right out of the gate in both my internship at a meat manufacturing facility in South Holland, IL and in my current role in construction safety at an electrical contractor in Chicago. I chose a certain path, but my friends and former classmates in the same courses are just as successful in different roles all over the place, from chemical manufacturing plants to insurance companies.
In my current role, I am the Field Safety Manger where most of my work entails investigating and solving jobsite safety issues. This includes all things construction related, from inspecting a freshly dug trench to walking a roof with a foreman to determine the best fall protection system. You never know what you are going to get in construction safety. It’s fast-paced, ever changing, mentally stimulating, and definitely not for everyone. Early mornings, long drives, and outdoor conditions fill your days, but it’s all worth it seeing your recommendations come to life onsite.
I was nervous to make the major and ultimately career switch at the time from engineering to OSH, but honestly, it was the best decision I have ever made. The GV OSH program gave me the kickstart I needed to get my feet under me and start my professional career."
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