Clara Gambrel

Clara Gambrel currently serves as a Graduate Fellow at Mad Agriculture since February 2024. Previously, Clara held the position of Engineer Materials Process 1 at Newport News Shipbuilding from July 2022 to July 2023, where responsibilities included supporting waterfront trade activities and addressing corrosion and coatings engineering issues for active-duty submarines. In 2021, Clara gained hands-on manufacturing experience as an Engineering Intern at VT Industries, focusing on testing new materials. Clara also contributed as Co-Coordinator of Pathways for Future Engineers at Virginia Tech, managing logistics and staff recruitment for a summer camp. Early work experience includes roles as a Lifeguard/Head Guard at Glenrochie Country Club and as a Resident Advisor/Program Assistant at Virginia Tech. Clara holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Science from Virginia Tech and is pursuing a Master's degree in Sustainable Food Systems at the University of Colorado Boulder from August 2023 to May 2025.