School:University of California, Davis

Major:I’m majoring in Chemical Engineering because I’ve always been interested in how materials and processes come together to create real-world products. I enjoy solving problems that require both chemistry and engineering. From understanding how materials behave at the molecular level to improving manufacturing processes in industries like electronics or renewable energy.

Aspirations: I hope to work on advanced manufacturing and sustainable technologies. My long-term goal is to contribute to the development of efficient, environmentally friendly production systems that improve both quality and sustainability.

Skills:

  • Engineering software: SolidWorks, MATLAB, AMBER, Python, Excel
  • Lab skills: Wet etching, optical microscopy, and EHD jet printing
  • Languages: English and Korean

Projects/Accomplishments: During my internship at Hwabaek Engineering in South Korea, I helped improve PCB manufacturing quality through wet etching and optical inspection. I also assisted in developing new optical polymer materials to enhance product performance. I’m proud of learning how industrial research connects theory to real-world production.

Repair Experience: Yes, I’ve repaired small electronic devices and lab equipment during my internships. I also enjoy learning how to fix everyday items. For example, my group’s Fast Fix project focuses on replacing the battery in a 2018 Toyota Highlander key fob, which helps users restore functionality without professional repair costs.

Accolades: I’ve received strong feedback from mentors and supervisors for my research and documentation work, especially for improving experimental design and reporting quality in lab projects.

Groups/Memberships: I’m a member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) at UC Davis, where I collaborate with peers on engineering-related events and projects.

Hobbies: In my free time, I like to work out, listen to music, and play strategy games. II also like to watch volleyball in my free time.

This project connects to my engineering interests because it involves understanding how mechanical and electrical components work together. Replacing a key fob battery is a simple but technical process. Documenting it helps me practice precision, technical writing, and process visualization, which are all key skills for engineering.

I’m bilingual in English and Korean, have a dog, and love going to the gym in my free time.