Alumni

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"My experiences on team 1418 were the most formative of my adolescence. They convinced me that I'd enjoy writing software for a living."
— Bjorn Westergard '06
"My experience with Team 1418 was hugely influential...I'm now in my third year working for a technology startup (we make power electronics for solar and battery systems). I can't think of better preparation for this kind of work than being on a FIRST team."
— Rachel Taylor '07
"Team 1418 taught me that teamwork, communication, and a common vision are just as key to success as the design and engineering of the robot."
— Alex Nette '05
"1418 gave me everything I have. I gained an avenue to apply and develop my love for computer science in a fast-paced environment, with good people. I was given access to so many opportunities for college and my career. When I think of what experiences have made me the person I am today, being on 1418 is at the top of that list, absolutely without a doubt."
— Erik Boesen '19
"1418 was how I originally gained numerous skills that I use every day today. This includes both technical skills -- machining, soldering, electronics, designing, building...technical drawing, computer programming, vector math, etc. etc. etc. -- and also soft skills -- teamwork, problem solving, project planning, work ethic, leadership, working under pressure, staying focused, learning new skills fast, prioritizing work when you have limited resources, [and] bouncing back from failure."
— Rachel Taylor '07

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