EASTERN’s Collision Repair Technology instructor, Steven Parke, recommended Stephen for an internship at Marquis Auto Restoration in Philadelphia. Through this internship, he is now part of the restoration team for the National Geographic Channel’s new documentary-in-the-making, entitled A Car Czar. The documentary will focus on restoring and altering three different vehicles: an amphibious vehicle, a Z28 Camaro, and a custom show car covered in rust and holes.

At EASTERN, Stephen received certifications in collision pollution prevention, collision safety and received I-Car certification in the fundamental of collision repair, corrosion protection, plastic repair, and refinishing. He also volunteered his time at EASTERN’s Summer Fun “Intro to Automotive and Collision Repair” program for 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students in 2008. Outside of EASTERN, Stephen was a member of his 9th grade Student Council and is an accomplished Ice Hockey and Roller Hockey team player.

Stephen plans on attending Penn College of Technology next year to pursue his associate’s degree in Applied Science. He hopes to ultimately work for a family-owned collision repair shop.