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Chris Jongwhi Lee

Nashville,TN

Summary

Aspiring engineer with hands-on experience designing, building, and testing physical systems through engineering projects and technical programs. Experienced in CAD, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, drone development, and integrating hardware with software. Strong interest in hands-on engineering, iterative design, and developing practical solutions to real-world problems.

Overview

3
3
Languages
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Design Engineer & Program Participant

Beaver Works Summer Institute (BWSI) | MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Cambridge, MA
07.2025 - 08.2025

• Participated in the Beaver Works Summer Institute (BWSI) summer program
• Co-developed an assistive therapy device designed to support senior care and rehabilitation
• Co-designed a custom companion application to integrate with the device
• Designed and modeled custom device casings using CAD software
• Fabricated and refined physical prototypes through 3D printing
• Trained and implemented a convolutional neural network (CNN) using Python for device functionality

Business Operation Assistant

Auto PNC, LLC
Tampa, FL
02.2023 - 08.2026

• Assisted with financial tracking, budgeting, and investment portfolio management
• Researched market trends and investment opportunities to support financial decisions
• Maintained financial records and supported day-to-day business operations

Finalist & Participant

KSEA
San Francisco, CA
06.2024 - 08.2024

• Designed, built, and programmed a drone using C/C++
• Piloted and tested the drone to evaluate performance and functionality
• Researched plasma propulsion systems and their aerospace applications
• Developed a research poster documenting project design and findings
• Presented project results to 300+ attendees

Board Leader

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Denver, CO
11.2024 - 12.2024

• Attended the NAIS Student Diversity Leadership Conference alongside 1,000+ student leaders
• Led my school's delegation as a Student Diversity Board leader
• Connected with diverse student leaders through workshops and discussions on identity, culture, and inclusion
• Brought new perspectives and initiatives back to strengthen inclusion within my school community

Volunteer

Mckitrick Elementary School
Tampa, FL
05.2022 - 05.2026

• Nurtured farm animals by meeting their nutritional and welfare needs, contributing to their overall well-being., monitoring their daily needs and well-being
• Ensured cleanliness and maintenance of animal enclosures to safeguard animal health and hygiene. to ensure safe and sanitary conditions
• Contributed to farm upkeep by assisting in daily maintenance and ensuring efficient operations. and routine animal care tasks

Teacher's Assistant

Tampa United Korean School
Tampa, FL
01.2023 - 01.2025

• Developed Korean language and culture curriculum for 70+ students.

• Assisted lead teachers with classroom management, instruction, and student supervision

• Provided individualized guidance and support to students

• Provided Korean-English translation and administrative support

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Vanderbilt University
Nashville
05-2030

High School Diploma -

Tampa Preparatory School
Tampa, FL
05-2026

Skills

  • 3D modeling expertise
  • Sustainable design
  • Manufacturing processes
  • CAD software proficiency
  • Team leadership

Languages

Korean
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Chief Design Engineer & Program Participant

Beaver Works Summer Institute (BWSI) | MIT Lincoln Laboratory
07.2025 - 08.2025

Board Leader

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
11.2024 - 12.2024

Finalist & Participant

KSEA
06.2024 - 08.2024

Business Operation Assistant

Auto PNC, LLC
02.2023 - 08.2026

Teacher's Assistant

Tampa United Korean School
01.2023 - 01.2025

Volunteer

Mckitrick Elementary School
05.2022 - 05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Vanderbilt University

High School Diploma -

Tampa Preparatory School
Chris Jongwhi Lee