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Bowen Zheng

Austin

Summary

High school student with experience in technical projects, leadership, and collaboration. Interested in an internship at Valstad Shipworks to gain hands-on experience in industrial design, fabrication, and real-world engineering work. Brings a strong work ethic, learns quickly, and is comfortable working with hands-on projects and solving problems.

Work History

Project Manager & Technical Lead (2024-2026)

FTC Robotics (2023-2026)
  • Led hardware, software, and logistics for FTC team, designing and integrating full robotics systems
  • Designed real-time targeting system using PIDF control, odometry, and computer vision
  • Created inverse kinematic with velocity-compensation launcher control for accurate field-wide shooting
  • Designed and manufactured robot components (180+ hrs Onshape CAD, CNC fabrication, assembly)
  • Coordinated fundraising and managed $3200 in 2024 and over $5000 in 2025
  • Achievements: World Championship Qualifier (2024), Regional Inspire 2nd Place Award (2024); State Design Award & Playoffs (2025); "Second to None" Award Recognition (2026)

Drill Instructor (2025-2026)

Vandegrift Band (2022-2026)
  • Led 33 students in learning drill and music, running sectionals and reinforcing fundamentals
  • Constantly received and implemented feedback to improve clarity, volume, and structure of instruction
  • Achievements: 2x UIL State Gold Medalist, 1x Silver, 1x Bronze; 4x All-Region Band Qualification; Top Band

Vice President of Communications (2024-2025)

  • Coordinated information between volunteers, student leaders, and organization directors (85+ members)
  • Planned and organized sectional social events; Secondary teaching position

Peer Tutor (2024-2026)

Community Service
  • Tutored middle and high school students in math and science, helping improve understanding of key concepts

Lakeview Bible Church Sunday School Teacher (2022-2026)

  • Taught Sunday school classes, leading lessons and discussions for elementary school students

Education

General Education

Vandegrfit High School
03-2026

Dual Credit & Fast Track

Austin Community College & UT High School

Training

Technological Certifications

Skills

  • Project management
  • Java programming
  • Adaptability
  • CNC Manufacturing & Assembly
  • OnShape CAD
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Project Manager & Technical Lead (2024-2026)

FTC Robotics (2023-2026)

Drill Instructor (2025-2026)

Vandegrift Band (2022-2026)

Peer Tutor (2024-2026)

Community Service

General Education

Vandegrfit High School

Dual Credit & Fast Track

Austin Community College & UT High School

Training

Technological Certifications
Bowen Zheng