JESSICA XU
Houston,TX
Summary
Rice University student experienced in scientific research and knowledgable about environmental issues affecting the Gulf Coast region. Focused on leveraging Matlab and Python and data analysis skills to advance clean energy initiatives. Demonstrated adaptability and organization in work and internship settings. Motivated to engage in civic leadership to improve community experiences relating to built environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Librarian
Rice University Bands
Houston, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Organize and restore sheet music for library dating back to 1960
- Service requests for four university music organizations
EXPLORE Program Research Assistant
Rice University
03.2024 - Current
- Conduct experiments on rock samples at high pressure and temperature to assess permeability changes through time in Sierra white granite, simulating EGS conditions
Page Designer
The Rice Thresher
09.2023 - Current
- Design weekly 'Features' layout for The Thresher, Rice's student-run newspaper
- To be Art and Design Director 2025-26
Environmental Committee Member
Jones College, Rice University
09.2023 - Current
- Create and facilitate activities to promote dormitory engagement with environmental justice and sustainability across the Rice campus
Summer Research Intern
Rice Center for Environmental Studies
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted in-depth research on environmental issues of pressing Interest to Gulf Coast Region
- Recorded segments for 'Gulf Streams' podcast, airing on 90.1KPFT Houston
Undergraduate Research Intern
Rice Environmental Studies Department
Houston, TX
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted research on pressing environmental issues
- Interviewed journalists from across Texas on topics of relevance to current events
- Record podcast episodes (up to 60 min) to be broadcast on KPFT Houston weekly
Teaching Assistant
Kumon Andover
Andover, USA
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Worked 1x1 with STEM students aged 3-16 in a fast-paced environment on problem sets to enhance literacy and understanding of various topics
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress
- Maintained safe and engaging learning environment for all students
Summer Intern
Joint U.S. China Collaboration on Clean Energy (JUCCCE)
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed three social media accounts for growing nonprofit focused on developing cross-national agreement on clean energy-initiatives
Education
BS - Environmental Engineering
Rice University
05.2027
High School Degree -
Phillips Academy Andover
Andover06-2023
Skills
- Adobe
- Microsoft Suite
- Python
- MATLAB
- Data analysis
- Scientific journalism
- Organization
- Adaptability
Awards
- Recipient of the Ryan Marrocco Scholarship, Frozen & Refrigerated Association of the North East (FRANE), 01/01/23
- The President's Volunteer Award (Gold), (250+ volunteer hours), 01/01/22
- President's Honor Roll, Fall 2024, 01/01/24
Languages
- English
- Mandarin
- French
Timeline
Summer Research Intern
Rice Center for Environmental Studies
07.2024 - 09.2024
Music Librarian
Rice University Bands
06.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Research Intern
Rice Environmental Studies Department
05.2024 - 05.2024
EXPLORE Program Research Assistant
Rice University
03.2024 - Current
Page Designer
The Rice Thresher
09.2023 - Current
Environmental Committee Member
Jones College, Rice University
09.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Kumon Andover
07.2021 - 09.2022
Summer Intern
Joint U.S. China Collaboration on Clean Energy (JUCCCE)
01.2020 - 12.2020
BS - Environmental Engineering
Rice University
High School Degree -
Phillips Academy Andover
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