Jace Bankston
Atlantic Beach,FL
Summary
I am a sophomore majoring in computer science at Virginia Tech. I have had two years of research experience and won the NAVAIR award from one of my research topics. I have been recognized by Gold Key, National Honors Society, and Mu Alpha Theta for my contributions in each of the organizations fields. My main skills are critical thinking, time management, and public speaking.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
I Am Special
Jacksonville, FL
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Camp I Am Special is a week long camp for people with disabilities where they are paired up with someone who can help take care of them
Volunteer
Self Employed
Blacksburg, VA
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked with a group to clean elderly peoples' yards.
Surfing Instructor
Sunrise Surf Shop
Jacksonville, United States
05.2020 - 07.2022
- I work with younger kids as a surf instructor and teach them not only about the techniques and proper ways to surf, but also the risks and safety measures needed when going in the water
- This was a summer only job.
Volunteer
Self Employed
Jacksonville, FL
01.2021 - 06.2022
- I worked with my mom to foster dogs until they were adopted
Education
Bachelor's degree - Computer Science
Virginia Tech
05.2026
High School Diploma - General Education
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
05.2022
Skills
- Public Relations
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning
- Java
- Python
- C
- SQL
- Project Management
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- SolidWorks
Community Service
- Volunteered at Camp I Am Special, where I was partnered with a person with disabilities for the week My job was to bathe, clothe, and feed my camper while also creating fun ideas for my camper to participate in
- Worked with a group during GreeksGiving at Virginia Tech where we helped clean elderly people's yards and houses
- Worked with my mom to foster un-adoptable dogs until they could function in households We had four dogs in total and each one was adopted
Teamwork and Collaboration
- Led a group of engineers to developed and design a silent alarm using arduino, C, and solidworks
- Worked with a group to find a safer and simpler alternative to bike lanes
- Operated with four other workers to organize, inventory, store and transport surfboards and tents for surf camps
- Participated in two research fairs where I presented my research project to other professionals in the field of engineering
Computer Science Experience
- CS: 1114
- CS: 2114
- CS: 2505
- CS: 2104
Simplification of Qualifications
- I have strong public speaking and relationship skills due to my time spent volunteering and working with other groups.
- A strong understanding of the java language, data analysis, and other engineering software with experience coming from school assignments and outside interest.
- Strong time and project management paired with a love for computer science and learning.
Accomplishments
- National Honors Society
- Mu Alpha Theta
- NAVAIR Award
- Gold Key award
- NSLS (National Society of Leadership and Success)
Affiliations
- Reading
- Art
- Chess
- Fishing
Timeline
Volunteer
Self Employed
11.2022 - 11.2022
Volunteer
Self Employed
01.2021 - 06.2022
Surfing Instructor
Sunrise Surf Shop
05.2020 - 07.2022
Volunteer
I Am Special
07.2018 - 07.2023
Bachelor's degree - Computer Science
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma - General Education
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
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