Kishore Venkatarajan

Innovative and determined college student with a passion for engineering and technology, seeking to leverage a diverse skill set and extensive extracurricular experiences to contribute effectively to a dynamic engineering program. Skilled in problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication. Eager to apply logical thinking and adaptability in collaborative environments to drive innovation and problem-solving.

• National Honor Society Inductee, 2022
• University Scholars Honors Program Stony Brook University, 2022-Current
• Alpha Xi Pi Tau Sigma International Mechanical Engineering Honor Society Secretary, 2023-Current
• Sigma Beta Honors Society of Stony Brook University, 2024-Current

FIRST Robotics Veteran, 2019-2022

• Mastered industrial technology to contribute to competition success
• Worked with lathes, milling machines, band saws, and other machinery to fabricate parts based on CAD drawings
• Led public demonstrations and fundraising efforts

Vertical Integration Project Stony Brook Student Launch Team, 2023-Current

• Gained hands-on experience in designing, building and launching a rocket that meet specific performance and safety criteria from NASA
• Engaged in all stages of the engineering process, from initial design and component manufacturing to testing, launching, and post-flight analysis, mirroring real-world industry practices
• Collaborated with other engineering students to develop technical and project management skills while contributing to Stony Brook’s participation in the national-level NASA Student Launch Challenge

Fabrication Projects 

• Independently designed and fabricated wooden furniture

Interested in pursuing a core Engineering major focusing on Mechanical and Aerospace technologies. Aiming to contribute to solving future challenges in these domains through innovative solutions and technologies.