About
Mechanical engineering student at University of Massachusetts Amherst, passionate about design, innovation, and recycling.
Experience
- Worked at an injection molding factory specializing in the production of PET bottles and caps for the beverage and packaging industry
- Shadowed the Production Manager on the shop floor to gain firsthand experience with large-scale manufacturing operations and daily process management
- Studied the PET preform production process using Husky injection molding machines, learning how raw resin is transformed and how critical parameters affect output quality
- Observed and assisted in defect detection and analysis, including common faults like short shots, flash, or stress marks, and how they're addressed through real-time quality control and process adjustments
- Gained hands-on exposure to the blow molding process using the ECH-LONG 5th Blowing Machine CPX06, understanding the function of hot half/cold half mold systems in bottle shaping and pressurization
- Supported daily operations at the Berthiaume Center by handling administrative tasks such as creating spreadsheets, managing forms, tracking member logistics, and maintaining internal records
- Assisted in the planning and execution of centre-hosted events, including setting up venues, organizing materials, and helping ensure smooth day-of operations
- Also responsible for general office support tasks including scheduling, front-desk coverage, printing, and inventory management, contributing to the center's efficient day-to-day functioning
- Worked on developing a loyalty program strategy for the General Mills India Bakeries and Foodservice division
- Conducted comprehensive secondary research using digital tools and industry sources to benchmark loyalty, referral, and rewards programs across FMCG and related sectors
- Engaged in primary research by interviewing freelance bakers, single-outlet bakeries, and larger multi-branch operations to gather practical insights on loyalty trends and challenges
- Delivered a strategic toolkit recommending three loyalty program models, potential business impact, and an implementation roadmap through the upcoming General Mills Bakers App
- Co-founded Major Key Magazine, a student-led music and pop culture publication aimed at creating a safe, inclusive space for young musicians and creatives
- Oversaw editorial direction, selected article topics, and collaborated on visual design for four themed issues, each featuring up to 12 original pieces
- Expanded the platform's presence through Instagram-based content and email outreach, transitioning the magazine into a creative collective supporting small artists with services like social media marketing and cover art design
- Researched and authored a paper on the intersection of mental illness, reproductive rights, and medical ethics in India, with a focus on the use of vaginal hysterectomies among women living with severe mental health conditions
- Conducted weekly visits to a long-term care facility for women who had been abandoned by their families due to stigma surrounding mental illness
- Built personal connections, conducted interviews, and gathered qualitative data to understand the lived experiences of the residents
- Explored the facility's controversial decision to perform hysterectomies in response to recurring cases of unwanted pregnancies, which would often result from sexual abuse or lack of access to contraception
- Weekly content creator and curator for The Newston's blog, magazine, and Instagram page, focusing on emerging innovations and scientific developments
- Wrote feature articles for published issues and crafted engaging, science-based content tailored for social media
- Managed daily content for Mission Medication's Instagram as part of a student-led initiative focused on healthcare access and equity
- Created educational posts, infographics, and advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about medication affordability and support community outreach