Nicola Hui
New York City,NY
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Research Assistant
Believe New York
04.2026 - Current
- Conducted literature reviews, data collection, and research synthesis to support organizational reporting and grant writing
- Assisted in developing surveys, briefs, and presentations while maintaining confidential records and databases.
Research Intern
Columbia Interpersonal Synchrony and Connection Lab
01.2026 - Current
- Coded observational/behavioral data using BORIS to ensure reliable event and duration coding per standardized lab protocols
- Conducted systematic review of maternal entropy paradigm to synthesize findings and identify research gaps
Head of Junior Committee
The Child Development Centre
06.2020 - Current
- Led the planning and execution of annual fundraising events, serving as the primary spokesperson to raise awareness and resources for special education needs (SEN)
- Supported teaching, structured activities, and trained new volunteers.
Developmental Psychology Intern
The Child Development Centre
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Helped to score and evaluate multiple assessment tools and data entries including WIAT, BASC-3, BRIEF-2, Conners' Rating Scale, SRS-2 and BYI-2 to develop a holistic understanding of the respective clients' case
- Observed Clinical Psychologist, Speech Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and SEN Teachers
Retail Work Experience
Rosewood Hotel Hong Kong
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Assisted in tasks regarding online shopping and improving our guests' retail experiences.
- Helped manage Rosewood website, providing consistent edits to incorporate the latest products.
- Planned check-in amenities like retail gift bags and cards.
- Contributed regularly in meetings and provided insights on improving guest experience.
Business Hospitality Intern
Black Sheep Restaurants
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Waited on guests and assisted in all customer service responsibilities.
- Managed payments and inventory.
- Provided input and helped facilitate new events and incorporate new dishes.
- Contributed regularly in meetings.
Digital Marketing and Communication Intern
Shared Value Initiative Hong Kong
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Analyzed social media statistics and strategy, creating tailored posts to expand outreach.
- Wrote and edited articles regarding shared value.
- Translated website from English to Chinese.
Multimedia and R&A Senior Content Writer
ISSIA Hong Kong
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Focused on writing and editing articles that examined key political events and global shifts, ensuring the content was both informative and engaging
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Science and Public Policy
Barnard College of Columbia University
New York, New York05-2028
Bachelor of Arts -
Franklin And Marshall College
Lancaster, PA05-2025
High School Diploma -
ITS Education Asia
Hong Kong SAR06-2024
IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) -
The Independent Schools Foundation Academy
Hong Kong SAR06-2022
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Content Creation
- Literature search tools
- Citation management software (Zotero)
- Survey platforms (Qualtrics)
- Data processing
- Visualization
- Analysis programs (Excel, Jamovi - built on R)
- R Programming
- Data Analysis
Languages
- Mandarin
- Cantonese
- English
Achievements And Volunteer Work
- Honor Roll Student, Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, PA, Fall 2024, Maintained over a 3.7 GPA for the fall 2024 and spring 2025 semester.
- Deans List Student, Barnard College of Columbia University, New York City, Fall 2026, Maintained over a 3.5 GPA for the fall 2026 semester.
- ISSIA Hong Kong Writing Workshop Leader, Lecturer and Writer, 12/23, Created and led workshop, helping young people learn how to write educational articles. Assisted young students in writing and exploring crucial social issues.
- Saviour Lutheran School, Volunteer, 06/22, Present, Assisted in teaching English, working directly with underprivileged children with developmental cognitive disabilities. Helped plan educational activities, tailored to various intellectual levels. Provided on-site classroom instruction, supporting SEN students in a structured learning environment.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Volunteer Research Assistant
Believe New York
04.2026 - Current
Research Intern
Columbia Interpersonal Synchrony and Connection Lab
01.2026 - Current
Developmental Psychology Intern
The Child Development Centre
06.2025 - 07.2025
Retail Work Experience
Rosewood Hotel Hong Kong
01.2024 - 02.2024
Business Hospitality Intern
Black Sheep Restaurants
06.2023 - 07.2023
Digital Marketing and Communication Intern
Shared Value Initiative Hong Kong
08.2022 - 12.2022
Multimedia and R&A Senior Content Writer
ISSIA Hong Kong
02.2021 - 12.2022
Head of Junior Committee
The Child Development Centre
06.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Science and Public Policy
Barnard College of Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts -
Franklin And Marshall College
High School Diploma -
ITS Education Asia
IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) -
The Independent Schools Foundation Academy