I am a Plastics Engineering Technology student at Penn State Behrend, pursuing a minor in Digital Media, Arts, and Technology. I currently work as a Plastics Engineering Technology Intern at Plastikos, where I gain hands-on experience in plastics manufacturing, processing, tooling, and quality while applying what I learn in the classroom to real-world production. I also have experience in graphic design, video editing, and social media content creation through my work as a Media Coordinator and Social Media & Graphic Design Coordinator. As a student-athlete on the Penn State Behrend Women’s Basketball Team and a former three-sport varsity captain, I have developed strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and time management skills. I am passionate about combining my technical and creative skills and am always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.

Payton Leandro

I am a Plastics Engineering Technology student at Penn State Behrend, pursuing a minor in Digital Media, Arts, and Technology. I currently work as a Plastics Engineering Technology Intern at Plastikos, where I gain hands-on experience in plastics manufacturing, processing, tooling, and quality while applying what I learn in the classroom to real-world production. I also have experience in graphic design, video editing, and social media content creation through my work as a Media Coordinator and Social Media & Graphic Design Coordinator. As a student-athlete on the Penn State Behrend Women’s Basketball Team and a former three-sport varsity captain, I have developed strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and time management skills. I am passionate about combining my technical and creative skills and am always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.

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I am a Plastics Engineering Technology student at Penn State Behrend, pursuing a minor in Digital Media, Arts, and Technology. I currently work as a Plastics Engineering Technology Intern at Plastikos, where I gain hands-on experience in plastics manufacturing, processing, tooling, and quality while applying what I learn in the classroom to real-world production. I also have experience in graphic design, video editing, and social media content creation through my work as a Media Coordinator and Social Media & Graphic Design Coordinator. As a student-athlete on the Penn State Behrend Women’s Basketball Team and a former three-sport varsity captain, I have developed strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and time management skills. I am passionate about combining my technical and creative skills and am always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.

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Plastics Engineer Intern at Plastikos
June 14, 2026 - Present
As a Plastics Engineering Technology Intern at Plastikos, I gain hands-on experience in the plastics manufacturing industry, working with processing, tooling, and quality. I collaborate with team members to support safe, efficient, and organized operations while applying knowledge from my Plastics Engineering Technology coursework to real-world manufacturing and production processes. This experience has allowed me to strengthen my technical knowledge while developing valuable skills in teamwork, communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, and time management.
Sports Graphic Designer at Randolph College
September 1, 2025 - Present
As a Sports Graphic Designer for Randolph College Men’s Volleyball, I create digital graphics and visual content to promote the team, athletes, and events across social media and other digital platforms. I help support the team’s brand and online presence by creating engaging, professional content while using my skills in graphic design, digital media, and visual communication. This role has allowed me to combine my passion for sports and creativity while gaining valuable experience in sports media and content creation.

Education

B.S. in Plastics Engineering Technology at The Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Behrend
August 25, 2025 - May 4, 2029
High School Diploma at Cambridge Springs Jr./Sr. High School
August 30, 2021 - June 5, 2025

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Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education