Hello everyone! My name is Nick Ellis, and I’m a rising sophomore at Santa Clara University studying mechanical engineering. In high school, I joined Jesuit Robotics and competed in the MATE International ROV Competition where I developed a special interest in underwater robotics. In the next couple of weeks I will begin my internship working aboard the R/V Atlantis with the HOV Alvin group. I am ecstatic at having this opportunity to experience firsthand what it’s like to work as a marine technician, and I cannot wait to begin work with these two historical research vessels. Throughout the internship, I’ll be posting about what I’ve learned and my new experiences at sea. Anchors aweigh!