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Jawad Ali

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Seeking a summer 2024 internship in software engineering to utilize my development and cybersecurity talents while receiving real-world industrial experience.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineering Peer Mentor

Iowa State University
08.2023 - Current
  • Counseled incoming students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
  • Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension, and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
  • Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
  • Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.

Camp Educator

Science Center of Iowa
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.

Science Bound Host

Science Bound
08.2023 - Current
  • Hosted Science Bound Saturdays, engaging middle and high school students in STEM activities.
  • Supported students’ educational journeys and interest in STEM fields.
  • Contributed to a pre-college program aimed at preparing diverse students for careers in agriculture, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (ASTEM).

Education

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering With A Minor in Cybersecurity

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05.2027

Skills

  • Java
  • C/C programming
  • Algorithms and data structures
  • Source and Version Control: Git, Github
  • Microsoft Office

Projects

Snake Game (Java)
▪ Developed a classic Snake game in Java, implementing logic for snake movement and collision detection.
▪ Designed the visual components and ensured smooth gameplay mechanics.
▪ Worked collaboratively to refine the game's features and enhance user experience.

Maze Navigation Using DS4 Controller (C)
▪ Created a maze navigation game using C, controlled via a DualShock 4 (DS4) controller.
▪ Implemented controller integration and programmed game logic to navigate through the maze.
▪ Collaborated with team members to test and optimize the game.

Bowling Game (Java)
▪ Designed and developed a bowling game in Java, focusing on player turn management and score calculation.
▪ Implemented the game's core mechanics, including lane conditions and score tracking.
▪ Collaborated with peers to troubleshoot and enhance the game’s performance.

Timeline

Software Engineering Peer Mentor

Iowa State University
08.2023 - Current

Science Bound Host

Science Bound
08.2023 - Current

Camp Educator

Science Center of Iowa
05.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering With A Minor in Cybersecurity

Iowa State University
Jawad Ali