Manuel Perez

High school Senior passionate about engineering. Known for analytical thinking, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. Experienced in STEM education and engineering applications. Seeking opportunities to deepen tech knowledge and tackle real-world challenges creatively.

• Winner, Black History Month Essay Contest
  School-Level Recognition · Grade 11
  Recognized for excellence in writing and critical thinking in a district-wide essay competition.
• 2nd Place, Miami-Dade Bridge Design Competition (High School Division)
  State-Level Recognition · Grade 11
  Earned second place in a structural engineering challenge, designing and analyzing bridge models under real-world constraints.
• 1st Place, FRC Orlando Regional – Crescendo (Team RamTech 59)
  State-Level Recognition · Grade 11
  Contributed to team success in a regional FIRST Robotics Competition, demonstrating advanced problem-solving, engineering, and teamwork.
• Cisco Networking Academy – Python Essentials 2 Certification
  International-Level Certification · Grade 12
  Completed coursework in Python programming, focusing on object-oriented principles, data structures, and real-world application development.

• Digital Marketing - Developed proficiency in email and social media marketing, SEO, and campaign analysis. Demonstrated initiative and adaptability by contributing to team-based projects and completing complex digital strategies independently.
• Bloomberg Financial Tools - Mastered Bloomberg terminal functionalities to analyze market data, monitor financial trends, and generate real-time investment insights. Applied analytical thinking and quick learning to deliver accurate financial reports.
• Artificial Intelligence - Studied machine learning algorithms, natural language processing (NLP), and data analytics. Used AI tools to automate processes and solve real-world problems, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.
• MITx: Introduction to Mechanics - Explored core topics including kinematics, dynamics, and mechanical systems. Gained insight into Newton’s Laws, circular motion, resistive forces, and constraints. Applied these principles to real-world problems. Course led by Krishna Rajagopal, Peter Dourmaskin, Analia Barrantes, Saif Rayyan, Michelle Tomasik, and George Stephans through MITx.
• MITx: Analysis of Transport Phenomena – Series Expansions - Graduate-level certification in mathematical modeling of heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and phase transformations. Gained skills in deriving solutions using Fourier series, Sturm–Liouville theory, and Bessel functions. Developed strong approximation techniques for complex engineering systems. Instructed by Prof. Martin Bazant and Joey Gu through MITx.

• MITx: Differential Equations – Fourier Series and Partial Differential Equations - Learning how to model systems using Fourier series and solve ordinary and partial differential equations with periodic boundary conditions. Applications include auto-tuners, vibrating strings, structural bending, and thermal engineering. MATLAB is used for computation and visualization. Instructed by Professors David Jerison, Arthur Mattuck, and Jennifer French.
• MITx: Calculus 1C – Coordinate Systems & Infinite Series - Mastering calculus with parametric and polar coordinates and the use of infinite series. Learning to compute arc lengths, perform calculus in polar systems, and approximate functions using Taylor polynomials. Deepening understanding of convergence, power series, and their applications in scientific computing. Taught by Professors David Jerison, Jennifer French, Karene Chu, and Gigiola Staffilani.