Andrew Zhao
Clifton Park
Summary
Aspiring engineer with strong mechanical, analytical, and teamwork skills developed through FRC robotics leadership, engineering design projects, and hands-on fabrication experience. Brings a track record of leading teams, presenting to engineering panels, and coaching others in high-performance athletic settings. Dedicated, resourceful, and driven to build practical solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
YMCA Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- YMCA Summer Camp Counselor responsible for coordinating, programming, and maintaining safety for 300+ campers within a nearly 30-member counselor team, delivering high-energy activities and positive mentorship throughout the summer
Main Driver
FIRST Robotics Team 20
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Directed mechanical build efforts and piloted the competition robot as the Main Driver for FRC Team 20. Played a key role in designing, assembling, and optimizing a 2025 REEFSCAPE robot that narrowly missed World Championship qualification.
Team Captain
Shenendehowa Men's Varsity Crew
09.2020 - 06.2025
- Elected Captain of the high school rowing team, overseeing daily practices, providing technical and motivational leadership, and guiding the team through Regional, State, and National level competitions.
Assistant Coach
Learn to Row Summer Camp
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Served as an Assistant Rowing Coach, working with a staff of five coaches to train novice rowers in foundational technique, safety, and teamwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shenendehowa High School
Clifton Park, NY06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2029
Skills
- Quick learner
- Leadership
- Data Collection
- Research
- Working Under Pressure
- Event Organization
- Teamwork
LANGUAGES
English
Mandarin
Timeline
YMCA Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
06.2025 - 08.2025
Assistant Coach
Learn to Row Summer Camp
06.2023 - 07.2024
Main Driver
FIRST Robotics Team 20
11.2022 - 06.2025
Team Captain
Shenendehowa Men's Varsity Crew
09.2020 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Shenendehowa High School
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University At Buffalo
AWARDS
DDP “The Tech Boss” (2022), NYS Saratoga Invitational 1st place (2023, 2024), NYS State Championship 1st place (2023), NYS State Championship 2nd place (2022, 2024), Stotesbury Cup Regatta 2nd place, 6th place (2023, 2024), Scholastic National Championship 3rd place, 4th place (2023, 2024)