Experience

Research, leadership & community impact

Research & Engineering

Rescue Reach Foundation

Founder & Lead Engineer

2023–Present

Boston, MA

  • Conceived, designed, and iterated a multi-arm robotic disaster-response system for search-and-rescue in hazardous environments
  • Integrated computer vision, sensor fusion, and mechanical design
  • Led interdisciplinary collaboration with students and research mentors
  • Developed and tested working prototypes, simulations, and deployment concepts
Thermo Fisher JIC Top 300 IEEE Top Innovator Award

Army Research Institute (USARIEM)

Research Intern

Summer 2025

Natick, MA

  • Supported research on environmental and physiological resilience under senior scientists
  • Analyzed experimental data and contributed to testing protocols
  • Studied performance optimization in extreme conditions

STEMed Insights

Chief Financial Officer

2024–Present

Remote

  • Developed financial strategy and budget oversight for STEM nonprofit
  • Managed funding allocation for research bootcamps and startup incubators
  • Supported partnership development for program sustainability

Robostreet

AI & Clean Energy Intern

2021–Present

Boston, MA

  • Contributed to development of autonomous electric trucks
  • Performed data analysis and systems testing
  • Represented the company at conferences and industry events

Saint Anselm Drone Team

Team Member

July 2025

Saint Anselm College / Manchester, NH

  • Design, build, and fly drones as part of the Saint Anselm drone team
  • Collaborate on flight operations, payload integration, and competition or mission objectives
  • Apply hands-on robotics and aviation skills in a team environment

Leadership & Community Impact

G.L.O.W. (Girls Leading Our World)

Founder & President | 2025–Present

Founded a community initiative advancing girls' leadership and access in STEM. Organized mentorship programs, workshops, and hands-on learning events focused on confidence-building and skill development.

InvestED

Founder & President | 2025–Present

Founded a student-run investment and financial-literacy club. Led workshops on markets, data-driven decision-making, and responsible investing.

Massachusetts Asian Alliance (MAACHS)

Founder & Statewide Representative | 2024–Present

Founded a statewide coalition uniting Asian student groups across Massachusetts high schools. Led cross-school events, advocacy initiatives, and awareness campaigns.

Asian Student Union (ASU)

President | 2022–Present

Led cultural advocacy initiatives and school-wide programming. Increased member engagement by 30% through strategic event planning.

MassPoetry / Brave New Voices

Poet & Team Member | 2023–Present

Collaborated on nationally competitive spoken-word teams. Placed 2nd nationally at BNV 2025. Facilitated poetry workshops for youth through the MassPoetry Teen Council.

Superintendent Advisory Council

Student Leader | 2024–Present

Advised district administrators on policy initiatives and student services. Contributed student perspectives to long-term educational planning discussions.

Additional Involvement

Organization Role Description
Westwood Chinese School Teacher & AMC 8 Tutor Weekly instruction to 30+ students; 100% proficiency exam success rate
Global Citizenship Program Social Chair Coordinated events promoting global awareness and cultural exchange
Science Club for Girls Junior Mentor Mentored middle-school students in coding and applied science