Senior Computer Aided Drafting and Design student Adrian Zygo is getting real world experience even before he graduates. He has been working at the ChristAmericas company since last October. Located in New Britain, Connecticut, ChristAmericas is a leader in the design and development of water filtration systems. With customers all over the globe, their clients include many major pharmaceutical firms in North America.

According to Lead Designer Ken Persico this is the first time they have hired a Goodwin Tech student to work for them. He says that he has been impressed by Adrian's work ethic and ability to work on any assignment with minimal supervision. "Adrian has done excellent work for us. He is a fast learner and gets the job done," said Persico.

Adrian works a half day during his shop cycle at Goodwin Tech and also works after school when he is in academic classes. He says that his training at Goodwin Tech has helped him immensely in preparing for the real world of work. " Mr. Granja, my instructor at Goodwin Tech, taught me what I needed to do the kind of work I am doing here at ChristAmericas", said Adrian.

"I really enjoy working here. The people are very helpful and friendly. I have learned a lot," says Adrian on his experience so far at ChristAmericas. He plans on pursuing a career in the field of Computer Aided Drafting and Design when he graduates Goodwin Tech in June.