Katrina Pussim
Livingston,USA
Summary
Focused and dedicated undergraduate student studying at Pace University, pursuing a degree in Computer Science, with a minor in cybersecurity. Graduating in December of 2026, aspiring to be a Cybersecurity Analyst and looking to join an engaging work environment to excel within the field of IT/IS/Cybersecurity. Productive, efficient, and proficient in working alone and in group environments, as well as learning new concepts quickly. Always willing to learn!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Pace University
New York, NY
01.2026 - Current
- Organizing study groups and office hours to help reinforce challenging concepts for 30+ students
- Collaborating with my fellow teaching assistant to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students that need extra help.
Handshake AI Fellow
Handshake
New York, NY
12.2025 - Current
- Completed intensive AI training program focused on practical applications of machine learning
- Collaborated with other fellows to enhance the AI model’s understanding of human interactions through monitoring conversations
- Analyzed the accuracy of the AI models through testing outliers
Tutor
Pace University Learning Commons
New York City, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Tutor undergraduate students in a wide range of mathematics and computer science courses; Data Structures and Calculus 1
- Assist students in developing problem-solving skills and understanding to improve academic confidence and performance
- Increased average student exam score with regulars by 30%, with many scoring extra credit points as well
Sales Associate
Lanablu
New York, NY
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience
- Organized racks and shelves regularly to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Increased store sales by 10%
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Pet Enrichment Specialist
Morris Animal Inn
Morristown, NJ
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with staff to enhance animal welfare through interactive activities.
- Monitored animal behavior and health to adjust enrichment strategies effectively.
- Trained team members on best practices for animal engagement and stimulation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Pace University, Seidenberg School of Computer Science And Information Systems
New York City, NY12.2026
Skills
- Programming Languages: Python, Java, C#
- OS: Kali Linux
- Software: Unity, Visual Studio Code, Jupyter Notebook, Microsoft Office 365
Technical Skills
Soft Skills
- Teamwork
- Effective communication
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Estonian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Pace University
01.2026 - Current
Handshake AI Fellow
Handshake
12.2025 - Current
Tutor
Pace University Learning Commons
09.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Lanablu
11.2024 - 02.2026
Pet Enrichment Specialist
Morris Animal Inn
06.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Pace University, Seidenberg School of Computer Science And Information Systems