Mahi Desai
Millstone,NJ
Summary
A results-driven learner with a passion for continuous improvement and academic excellence. Proven ability to adapt to new challenges and contribute effectively to team efforts. Reliable and flexible, with strong skills in critical thinking and collaboration. Known for maintaining high standards and delivering quality results.
Overview
3
3
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Mentorship Program
Atlantic Eye
Wall Township, NJ
05.2026 - 06.2026
- Completed a multi-week mentorship across ophthalmology, optometry, diagnostics, optical services, outpatient surgery, and clinical operations.
- Observed comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, cataract evaluations, LASIK consultations, corneal transplant planning, and ophthalmic surgeries.
- Worked alongside healthcare professionals using OCT, fundus imaging, corneal topography, slit lamp, phoropters, lensometer, and auto-refractor technologies.
- Developed clinical communication, patient interaction, workflow management, sterile technique, and medical documentation skills.
Community Service Volunteer Organizer
5Help
Millstone, NJ
01.2018 - 08.2026
- Coordinated community outreach events, increasing awareness of local resources.
- Assisted in organizing community events, enhancing participant engagement and outreach efforts.
- Planned logistics for volunteer activities, ensuring efficient operations and resource distribution.
- Collaborated with team members to distribute food and school supplies to families in need.
- Managed food drives that collected nutritious meals for those facing food insecurity within the community.
Student Volunteer
Biotechnology High School
Freehold, NJ
09.2022 - 06.2026
- Coordinated Biotechnology High School events, including Freshman Orientation, Back-to-School Night, STEM competitions, campus tours, and student presentations to enhance community engagement.
- Facilitated event logistics, guest engagement, and organization for faculty and staff, effectively representing the school to prospective students and families.
- Supported team members in planning and executing volunteer initiatives, fostering collaboration and communication.
- Developed promotional materials for events, increasing awareness through effective visual communication strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2030
High School -
Biotechnology High School
Freehold06-2026
Skills
- Clinical Skills
- Laboratory Procedures
- Analytical Thinking
- Detail-oriented
- Adaptability
- Continuous learning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Presentation development
LANGUAGES
English — Fluent
Gujarati — Conversational
Spanish — Conversational
LEADERSHIP & Service
- Head, Prom Committee (2024–2025): Directed planning, fundraising, budgeting, and event execution.
- Biotech Boot Camp Mentor (2024 & 2025): Mentored middle school students through STEM activities.
- Head of Operations, Yearbook Club (2025–2026); Assistant Editor (2022–2024).
- 60+ volunteer hours with 5Help community initiatives; Watershed Stream Cleanup volunteer
AWARDS
- TSA State Conference Competitor (Engineering Design & Fashion Design)
- Future Problem Solvers International Competition, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place
Timeline
Student Mentorship Program
Atlantic Eye
05.2026 - 06.2026
Student Volunteer
Biotechnology High School
09.2022 - 06.2026
Community Service Volunteer Organizer
5Help
01.2018 - 08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Rutgers University
High School -
Biotechnology High School