Jessica Ku
Radnor
Summary
As an aspiring software engineer with a foundation in computation and linguistics, I am passionate about building technology that bridges communication gaps. Through programs like Carnegie Mellon’s CS Scholars and Girls Who Code, I honed my coding and problem-solving skills. Fluent in English, Korean, and French and currently studying Greek, I aim to apply my interest in languages to computational linguistics to create meaningful solutions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
CHOP
Philadelphia
09.2025 - Current
- Under Dr. Julia Parish-Morris, I work as a research assistant for the CAR CHOP Autism project, focusing on early childhood development. I create transcripts and subtitles for collected data, supporting the analysis and organization of research materials.
- Conducted literature reviews to support research projects and findings.
- Assisted in data collection using surveys and experiments.
Head of French department
Speechsphere
03.2025 - Current
- I joined SpeechSphere in my junior year, a student-led nonprofit focused on language access. As Head of the French Department, I lead and coordinate a team of volunteers teaching French to Afghan girls through a partner organization with 1,800 students. I create lesson plans, schedule volunteer sessions, and help manage communication between learners and instructors.
Translator
TED Translators
09.2024 - Current
- As a TED Translator, I translate TED Talks between English and French, focusing on accurate meaning, tone, and cultural context. Through this experience, I've developed a deeper understanding of syntax, subtitle timing, and the importance of aligning every word precisely with the speaker's voice. I finished working on a translation titled 'The art of personal joy: Sculpting your path to happiness,'. This work has sharpened both my language skills and attention to detail.
Founder of Photography Club
Radnor High School
Radnor
09.2023 - Current
- I founded a 50+ member photography club supporting minority students and beginner photographers, creating a welcoming space for creative expression. I launched an Instagram account to showcase student work, developed a website for digital submissions, and organized mid-year showcases to highlight members’ projects. Additionally, I served as student photographer for school events and collaborated with the Yearbook and Facets clubs to publish student work.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations for resource sharing and support.
- Led team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and strategies for improvement.
Research Intern
League of Women Voters of Radnor Township
Radnor
06.2023 - Current
- In my freshman year, I completed a comprehensive project on air quality in Chester County. I gathered and analyzed AQI data, and conducted an in-depth interview with the area asset manager at Covanta (now ReWorld). I presented my findings at the Radnor Memorial Library, and I was interviewed on RadnorTV to discuss the project's impact.
AI Scholar
Carnegie Mellon School Of Computer Science - Scs
Pittsburgh
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Completed a one-month intensive program studying the integration of mathematics and artificial intelligence under distinguished professors and project leaders. Gained expertise in linear algebra, data analysis, and machine learning, applying these skills to real-world challenges.
- Served as team lead on a project designing an AI-powered tool to support beginner American Sign Language (ASL) learners, using computer vision and image classification to recognize hand-signed letters in real time and provide immediate feedback. Presented findings at the CMU AI Scholars Symposium, developing skills in research communication and collaborative problem-solving.
Curriculum Committee Representative
Radnor High School
Radnor
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Advocated for student voices in academic planning and curriculum decisions, ensuring diverse perspectives were represented. Promoted inclusivity by creating a space for discussions on identity, sexuality, and thoughtful book selections.
- Demonstrated strong problem solving skills when faced with challenging situations or complex inquiries from customers.
Student Software Engineer
Girls Who Code
New York
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed and certified in a multi-week intensive program focused on learning JavaScript, where I collaborated with peers to develop web applications. The program included learning JavaScript, p5.js, and Replit, which also strengthened my teamwork and project management skills and provided hands-on experience in building functional web apps.
Computer Science Scholar
Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science
Pittsburgh
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Completed a intensive multi-week computer scholars program where I developed strong coding skills, particularly in Python. My main project was working on a VR project for NIH's platform The Human BioMolecular Atlas Program (HuBMAP), gaining hands-on experience in data gathering and analysis. Engaged in advanced math and coding classes, and collaborated with esteemed professors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Radnor Senior High School
Skills
- Conference Speaking
- French Translation
- Leadership
- Management
- Creative strategy
- Collaborative Problem Speaking
- Interviewing
- HTML
- Java
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- JavaScript
- P5js
- Replit
Personal Information
Title: Aspiring Software Engineer | Rising Senior at Radnor HS | ML & Linguistics Enthusiast
Timeline
Research Assistant
CHOP
09.2025 - Current
AI Scholar
Carnegie Mellon School Of Computer Science - Scs
06.2025 - 07.2025
Head of French department
Speechsphere
03.2025 - Current
Curriculum Committee Representative
Radnor High School
09.2024 - 06.2025
Translator
TED Translators
09.2024 - Current
Student Software Engineer
Girls Who Code
07.2024 - 08.2024
Computer Science Scholar
Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science
06.2024 - 07.2024
Founder of Photography Club
Radnor High School
09.2023 - Current
Research Intern
League of Women Voters of Radnor Township
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Radnor Senior High School