Jake Pratt

Jake Pratt is a mechanical engineering professional currently serving as the GatorTRAX Coordinator for the Tau Beta Pi - Florida Alpha Chapter, where responsibilities include organizing educational activities focused on science and engineering for children. In addition, Jake holds leadership roles at the UF Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering as Vice President and Social Coordinator, while also engaging in undergraduate research at the Spacecraft Technology and Research (STAR) Lab, where design work centers on a low friction platform for spacecraft dynamics studies. Previous experience includes serving as a teaching assistant for various engineering courses and completing internships at Kimley-Horn and Hahn Engineering, Inc., focusing on HVAC design and calculations. Jake is pursuing a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Florida, having already earned a Bachelor of Science in the same field from the university. Educational background includes graduation from Jesuit High School of Tampa, FL.