Emma Kim
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Goal-oriented professional with expertise in corporate communication, data analytics, and branding. Demonstrates exceptional writing, editing, and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse audiences. Thrives in high-pressure environments while consistently meeting deadlines and achieving results. Proficient in anticipating challenges and proactively managing communications to address concerns.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Virginia Tech Applied Research
Blacksburg, Virginia
04.2026 - Current
- Conducted joint research on stress contagion's impact on human crowd dynamics
- Led participant recruitment efforts to enhance study sample diversity
- Interfaced with research participants by obtaining informed consent, managing instrumentation, and administering study tasks, including stress induction
- Performed collection of electrocardiography and impedance cardiography data using a 7-electrode placement technique.
- Investigated complex within-person and between-subjects research design to improve study methodologies.
- Studied the evolution of cardiac psychophysiology to understand its significance in medical research.
Research Intern
Department of Mathematics
Blacksburg, Virginia
04.2026 - Current
- Conducted research on high-order harmonic generation from excited states of helium atom, demonstrating significant increases in photon emission and enabling generation of intense broadband for ultra-short pulse creation to study electronic motion in real-time.
- Collaborated with faculty to design and refine research methodologies, enhancing the effectiveness of research approaches.
- Analyzed data sets using statistical software for research studies.
- Conducted literature reviews on mathematical theories and methodologies.
- Assisted in organizing departmental seminars and guest lectures.
Teaching Intern
New Hope For Life
Bangkok, Thailand
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Instructed basic English classes for 40+ orphans from drug-addicted families, promoting language skills and confidence.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated interactive classroom activities, boosting student participation and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Assisted in evaluating student progress through 10+ assessments, delivering constructive feedback to guide individual learning paths.
Research Intern
Chulalongkorn Uni.
Bangkok, Thailand
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with 20 graduate students at Chulalongkorn University Research Lab to develop ChulaVerse, a metaverse platform for education and social interaction; authored 3 ITHET conference papers and contributed to commercialization efforts of the platform
- Gathered and interpreted data to support research studies and enhance findings.
- Collaborated with faculty to design research methodologies and establish protocols.
- Conducted literature reviews to provide insights for ongoing research projects at Chulalongkorn University.
Student Intern
Coordinating Committee for Geoscience Programmes in East and Southeast Asia(CCOP)
Bangkok, Thailand
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with team members to analyze geospatial data, enhancing project outcomes.
- Researched geoscience trends in East and Southeast Asia, supporting targeted program initiatives.
- Authored 3 reports detailing sustainability goals to inform strategic planning.
- Crafted 7+ engaging advertisement videos for social media, increasing audience engagement.
T-PAD (Thailand's Politics and Drug Issues)
Blog Writer
Bangkok, Thailand
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Interviewed key public health advocates and professionals, including director of UN Office of Drug and Crime and Senior Investigator of Office of Narcotics Control Board, to gather insights on drug policies
- Developed 30 targeted questions to assess drug usage in Thailand and evaluate effectiveness of government protocols
- Crafted social critiques and commentary on drug usage in Thailand, highlighting its impact on public health
Equestrian Blog Writer
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Bangkok, Thailand
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Researched trending topics to create engaging blog content that resonates with readers..
- Crafted 5+ social media posts on horse health topics to effectively inform and engage the audience.
- Managed social media accounts to promote blog content and foster community interaction with readers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology, Applied Computational Mathematics
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2029
High School Diploma -
International School Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand05-2025
Skills
- Project management
- Social media management
- Editing and proofreading
- Interviewing techniques
- Time management
- Blog writing
- Content creation
- Event planning
- Research skills
- Data analysis
- Data visualization
- LaTeX document preparation
- Microsoft Word, Excel
- Video and audio editing
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Languages
- Korean, Native or bilingual proficiency
- English, Native or bilingual proficiency
- French, Limited working proficiency
- Japanese, Limited working proficiency
Timeline
Research Assistant
Virginia Tech Applied Research
04.2026 - Current
Research Intern
Department of Mathematics
04.2026 - Current
Research Intern
Chulalongkorn Uni.
07.2024 - 08.2024
Student Intern
Coordinating Committee for Geoscience Programmes in East and Southeast Asia(CCOP)
06.2024 - 07.2024
Teaching Intern
New Hope For Life
02.2024 - 07.2025
T-PAD (Thailand's Politics and Drug Issues)
Blog Writer
04.2023 - 05.2025
Equestrian Blog Writer
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02.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminology, Applied Computational Mathematics
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma -
International School Bangkok