Motivated Biomedical Engineering student with hands-on experience in medical device testing, biomaterials research, and laboratory techniques. Strong foundation in engineering principles, biology, and medical sciences with a passion for developing innovative healthcare solutions. Seeking an internship opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting while gaining practical experience in medical device development, tissue engineering, or healthcare technology.

Research Assistant

• Assist in developing 3D bioprinted scaffolds for cartilage tissue engineering, optimizing printing parameters and biomaterial formulations to improve mechanical properties and cell viability

• Conduct cell culture experiments including isolation, expansion, and differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells, maintaining detailed laboratory notebooks and analyzing experimental results

• Perform mechanical testing and histological analysis of engineered tissues, collecting and analyzing data that contributed to a manuscript currently under review for publication

Biomedical Engineering Intern

• Assisted in design verification testing of point-of-care diagnostic devices, executing test protocols and documenting results according to quality management system requirements

• Developed MATLAB scripts to automate analysis of sensor data, reducing processing time by 65% and improving consistency of test result interpretation

• Participated in design review meetings and contributed to risk analysis activities, gaining practical experience in medical device development processes and regulatory considerations

Laboratory Assistant

• Maintained laboratory equipment and prepared solutions for undergraduate biomedical engineering laboratory courses, ensuring proper functioning of instruments and availability of materials for 120+ students

• Assisted professors during laboratory sessions, demonstrating experimental techniques and helping students troubleshoot technical issues

• Created improved laboratory procedure documentation with detailed illustrations and troubleshooting guides that reduced student errors by 40% and improved experiment completion rates

Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering

• Relevant Coursework: Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering, Medical Device Design, Biomechanics, Bioelectronics, Systems Physiology, Medical Imaging, Computational Modeling

• Honors: Dean's List (all semesters); Biomedical Engineering Department Scholarship; Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society

• Activities: Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) Student Chapter - Vice President; Healthcare Innovation Club; Engineering Peer Mentor

Wearable Biosensor for Hydration Monitoring

• Designed and prototyped a non-invasive wearable device that measures bioimpedance to assess hydration status in real-time, targeting applications in sports medicine and elderly care

• Developed signal processing algorithms to filter noise and extract meaningful hydration metrics from bioimpedance measurements, achieving 85% correlation with clinical hydration assessment methods

• Created companion mobile application that displays hydration trends and provides customized alerts, receiving first place in departmental design competition

3D Printed Orthopedic Cast

• Engineered a customizable 3D-printed orthopedic cast using biocompatible materials that provides improved ventilation, reduced weight, and waterproof properties compared to traditional plaster casts

• Conducted mechanical testing to optimize lattice structure design, achieving 40% weight reduction while maintaining required structural integrity for fracture immobilization

• Developed parametric design workflow that generates patient-specific cast models from 3D scan data, reducing custom fitting time from hours to minutes

Microfluidic Device for Blood Cell Separation

• Designed and fabricated a microfluidic chip using soft lithography techniques that separates blood cells based on size and deformability for point-of-care diagnostics

• Optimized channel geometry and flow conditions through computational fluid dynamics simulations, achieving 95% separation efficiency for white blood cells from whole blood samples

• Validated device performance using fluorescently labeled blood samples, demonstrating potential applications in rapid infection detection and monitoring

Laboratory Safety and Hazardous Materials Handling

• Comprehensive training in laboratory safety protocols and hazardous materials management

• Knowledge of proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemical and biological materials

• Understanding of emergency response procedures and personal protective equipment requirements

Biological Safety and Bloodborne Pathogens

• Training in safe handling of biological materials and prevention of laboratory-acquired infections

• Knowledge of containment levels, biosafety cabinets, and aseptic techniques

• Understanding of bloodborne pathogen exposure control and biohazard waste management

SolidWorks Associate Certification (CSWA)

• Demonstrated proficiency in 3D modeling and design using SolidWorks software

• Skills in creating parts, assemblies, and engineering drawings to industry standards

• Knowledge of design analysis tools and simulation capabilities

Vice President

• Organize professional development events including industry speaker series, laboratory tours, and networking sessions that connect 150+ biomedical engineering students with industry professionals

• Coordinate annual Biomedical Engineering Research Symposium showcasing student research projects to faculty and industry representatives

• Manage chapter budget of $5,000 and lead team of 6 officers in planning and executing events that increased active membership by 35%

Peer Mentor

• Provide academic support and guidance to first-year biomedical engineering students, helping them navigate challenging coursework and adjust to university life

• Lead weekly study sessions for core engineering courses including calculus, physics, and introduction to biomedical engineering

• Develop study resources and practice problems that have been incorporated into departmental tutoring materials

Volunteer

• Conduct interactive biomedical engineering workshops for high school students, introducing concepts such as prosthetic design, medical imaging, and biosensors

• Develop age-appropriate hands-on activities that demonstrate engineering principles and their applications in healthcare

• Mentor underrepresented students interested in STEM careers, providing guidance on college applications and engineering pathways