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Summer 2025 AI/ML Research Intern

US Department of Agriculture

May 2025 - Present

Working under Dr. Jianzhong Su, Dr. Amanda Ashworth, and Dr. Joshua Blackstock to build predictive models addressing the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) across the continental U.S.

Refining a neural network model to identify HPAI presence at the county-month level, using agricultural, geospatial, and temporal data.

Integrating additional features including wild bird migratory data and weather patterns to improve model accuracy and recall.

Addressing severe class imbalance (0.9% positive cases) through under-sampling and synthetic oversampling (SMOTE).

Engagement Manager

OpenAI

July 2024 - Present

Develop and execute engagement initiatives for 120,000+ OpenAI users worldwide, including conducting interviews, organizing events, and creating newsletters.

Analyze KPIs to optimize engagement strategies, resulting in a 120+% increase in engagement in the first six months.

Actively gather and analyze user feedback to identify pain points, feature requests, and areas for improvement, ensuring OpenAI's engagement strategies align with user needs and expectations.

Colaborate with a global matrix team to align community initiatives with product updates and releases.

CSE 3320 Operating Systems Teaching Assistant

University of Texas - Arlington

January 2025 - May 2025

Assisted 120 students in understanding key operating systems principles, including deadlocks, job scheduling, process synchronization, and file system management.

2nd-ever undergraduate teaching assistant in 14 years, personally recommended by Professor Trevor Bakker.

Aided students in the hands-on development of operating system principles, such as shell creation, multi-threading, and custom memory allocation ('malloc').

Evaluated students' assignments and provide detailed feedback, improving student comprehension and coding skills.

Held office hours and lead review sessions, reinforcing key concepts through real-world applications and debugging exercises.

Audiovisual Technician

Melissa United Methodist Church

August 2019 - July 2023

Helped launch a cutting-edge AV system in a new facility, improving in-person and online service quality.

Managed multifaceted AV operations, including ProPresenter, camera operations, lighting, livestream chats, and soundboards.

Single-handedly operated the AV system during the COVID-19 lockdown, ensuring a seamless remote worship experience.

Trained and mentored new AV staff, ensuring smooth operation for future services.

Customer Experience / Server

The Red Feather

January 2022 - August 2022

Cared for guest parties of up to 20 people independently, contributing to a fine dining experience.

Worked alongside two certified sommeliers to recommend curated wine pairing that complemented meal selections.

Memorized extensive menu and wine lists, enabling personalized recommendations for guests.

Developed strong communication and teamwork skills, collaborating with kitchen staff and management.

Departed to pursue a degree in Computer Science at The University of Texas at Arlington.

Math Tutor

Worked under a retired teacher

September 2019 - March 2020

Tutored students (grades 4-8) in math, strengthening problem-solving skills and academic confidence.

Adapted teaching methods to various learning styles, ensuring students grasped the taught mathematical concepts.

Received mentorship from a retired public school teacher, refining personalized teaching strategies.

Program concluded due to COVID-19 restrictions on in-person learning.

Volunteering

Experience Officer

HackUTA 2025

February 2025 - Present

Organize workshops for one of the largest hackathons in North Texas, curating a diverse and engaging experience for participants.

Collaborate with the hackathon team to streamline event planning, logistics, and participant engagement.

Outreach Officer

Associaton of Computing Machinery (ACM)

August 2024 - Present

Establish corporate partnerships to bring industry-led workshops and promotional events, enhancing student learning and networking opportunities.

Manage bi-weekly newsletters reaching over 1000 UTA students, keeping them informed about ACM events, opportunities, and community updates.

Student Board Representative

The Wesley

July 2024 - Present

Sole student representative on the UTA Wesley Board of Directors, voting on key initiatives that shape the campus ministry.

Help oversee a $100K+ annual budget, including funding for the Wesley building, student programs, and the director's parsonage.

Only student in my UMC conference to lead director interviews, playing a pivotal role in the hiring process.

Advocate for student needs, ensuring their voices are heard in decisions that impact the broader Wesley community.

Forum Member

OpenAI

April 2024 - Present

Selected member of the exclusive OpenAI Forum—a community uniting students and domain experts to discuss and collaborate on the future of AI.

Frequently participate in technical presentations and roundtable discussions, growing my understanding of how OpenAI and generative AI shape the world in real time.

Lead Team Member

The Wesley

August 2023 - Present

Partner with UTA and Arlington organizations to create an inclusive and affirming space for students.

Conduct outreach efforts, increasing the ministry's visibility and student engagement.

Alpha Testing Participant

OpenAI

February 2023 - Present

Collaborate with multiple organizations, including product and research teams, to test alpha versions of potential future products.

Provide detailed feedback to development teams, contributing toward a seamless user experience at launch.

Community Volunteer

OpenAI

September 2022 - July 2024

Helped grow and maintain an online AI-focused community that peaked at 3.38 million members.

Worked with a worldwide team to create educational materials for DALL·E 2 and to connect with users when ChatGPT initially launched.

Discord Feedback Squad Member

Discord

October 2023 - January 2024

Participated in user research as part of a select group under a signed NDA, providing feedback directly to Discord's internal teams.

Shared insights on potential upcoming features through structured interviews, helping inform product development and user experience strategies.

Engaged with Discord staff to offer perspective on platform functionality, usability, and community-building tools.

Freshman Leaders on Campus Volunteer

FLOC (University of Texas at Arlington)

January 2023 - May 2023

Attended weekly meetings focused on improving campus life and community engagement at UT Arlington.

Volunteered in service projects across the Arlington area, supporting local organizations and initiatives.

Participated in leadership training and seminar sessions, developing skills in civic engagement and collaborative problem-solving.