Hwayoung Kim

Motivated engineering student with expertise in chemical analysis, quantitative modeling, and data interpretation. Demonstrated leadership and project management through successful sustainability initiatives and cross-functional events. Strong communication skills in English and Korean, combined with laboratory precision and technical documentation abilities. Passionate about leveraging knowledge of raw materials to enhance cosmetic formulation processes.

• Korean, Native
• English, Fluent
• Chinese, Basic

• Award in Year's Chinese Class, School-based
• Award in Net Zero Club, School-based
• AP Scholar with Distinction Award

• Standardized Testing: SAT: 1530 (Math: 800 | Reading & Writing: 730) • TOEFL: 105
• Advanced Placement (AP): Chemistry (5) • Physics 1 (5) • Calculus BC (5) • Calculus AB (5) • Chinese Language & Culture (5) • Biology (4) • Computer Science Principles (4) • English Language and Composition (4)

• Net Zero Club, School-based (Aug 2023 - May 2025), Vice President - Collaborated with club members to explore and promote the concept of net zero, focusing on balancing greenhouse gas emissions with removal efforts., Spearheaded a school-wide fashion show featuring outfits and accessories made entirely from recycled materials and trash, merging fashion, art, business, and environmental sustainability., Demonstrated the potential of creative solutions to address environmental challenges by repurposing waste into wearable designs.
• Key Club, School-based (Aug 2023 - May 2025), Secretary - Participated in Key Club, an internationally recognized student-led organization focused on leadership through service., Engaged in various volunteer projects, including school-wide trash collection, directly contributing to community improvement., Developed a strong sense of volunteerism and civic engagement through hands-on service work.
• Sub Kyungbae Foundation Symposium, SUHF Organization (Sep 2023 - Sep 2024), Participant - Participated in the Sub Kyungbae Foundation Symposium, gaining exposure to cutting-edge scientific research and advancements., Engaged with presentations from emerging scientists and Nobel laureate Dr. Richard Henderson on cryo-electron microscopy., Networked with renowned scholars and contributed to discussions on future life sciences through poster presentations and direct interactions.
• Korea Joong Ang Daily-Journalism Internship, Korea Joong Ang Daily (Dec 2023 - Jan 2024), Journalism Intern - Conducted research, wrote articles, and conducted interviews, enhancing reporting skills and producing insightful content for Korea Joong Ang Daily., Participated in editorial meetings, contributing story ideas and receiving feedback, which refined writing techniques and collaborative abilities., Gained multimedia skills in photography and video editing, and covered local events to provide live updates, building relationships with industry professionals and deepening journalism expertise.
• SPO-TV-MEDIA Internship, SPO-TV MEDIA (Dec 2023 - Jan 2024), Korean Announcer Intern & English Announcer Intern - Prepared and edited scripts for broadcasts, and practiced on-camera presentation and voiceover recording as a Korean and English announcer intern at SPO-TV., Researched sports events and athletes, shadowed experienced announcers during live broadcasts, and assisted in creating multimedia content for social media and promotional materials., Participated in feedback sessions with supervisors, applying constructive criticism to refine announcing skills and gain valuable experience in the sports media industry.
• CPR Training Certification, Jeju Western Fire Station 119 Rescue Team (Oct 2023), Participant - Completed CPR Training Certification, acquiring essential skills for performing CPR on adults, children, and infants, including chest compressions and rescue breaths., Practiced hands-on techniques with mannequins and learned to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for cardiac emergencies., Gained knowledge in recognizing signs of cardiac arrest and other medical emergencies, along with basic first aid principles, and achieved certification through successful assessments.
• AED Training Certification, Jeju Western Fire Station 119 Rescue Team (Oct 2023), Participant - Completed AED Training Certification, learning the operation and critical role of Automated External Defibrillators in cardiac emergencies., Practiced with training devices to become familiar with AED features, proper pad application, and emergency response protocols., Recognized signs of cardiac arrest and effectively demonstrated AED use and emergency scene management, earning certification through a successful assessment.