Ahmet YİĞİTBAŞ

Mechanical Engineering Student @ ITU | Wind & Solar Energy Systems Enthusiast

Sarıyer, Istanbul, Türkiye

About

Aspiring energy engineer focused on accelerating Turkey's industrial transition to clean, affordable, and reliable energy systems. I'm a 3rd-year Mechanical Engineering student at Istanbul Technical University, building a strong foundation in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and energy systems. My goal is to gain hands-on experience in project management positions for wind and solar energy projects then leverage that expertise to help industries adopt sustainable energy solutions, whether through engineering consultancy or a technology venture. What I bring to the table: - Strong analytical mindset with practical problem-solving approach - C2-level English proficiency (international school background in Saudi Arabia) - Solid technical skills: SolidWorks, MATLAB, C/C++ - Native Turkish and Arabic speaker Currently seeking a Summer 2026 internship in project management and energy strategy positions. Particularly interested in companies driving Turkey's renewable energy transformation. Let's connect if you're working on the future of energy! [email protected] Istanbul, Turkey

Experience

  • English Tutor (Part-time) at Freelance
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    - Delivering personalized English instruction to students preparing for academic and professional goals - Developing customized lesson plans based on individual learning needs assessment - Leveraging C2-level proficiency gained through international education in Saudi Arabia - Building communication, patience, and complex concept explanation skills transferable to engineering

  • Sales Representative at Ali Muhiddin Hacı Bekir – Taksim, Istanbul
    Feb 2023 - Oct 2024 · 1 yr 9 mos

    - Communicated daily with international visitors from 30+ countries in fluent English - Analyzed customer needs and provided tailored product recommendations - Coordinated with team members to optimize store operations and workflow - Collected customer feedback and proposed service improvements to management - Developed presentation and persuasion skills in a high-volume tourist environment

  • Retail Sales Representative at Arifoğlu – Galataport, Istanbul
    Jul 2023 - Dec 2023 · 6 mos

    - Conducted needs assessment for international and domestic customers seeking natural products - Delivered product consultations in English to tourists from cruise ships and tour groups - Applied solution-oriented approach: identified customer requirements → recommended suitable products - Managed complete sales cycle from initial engagement to closing