Rylan Terayama
Developed strong organizational and communication skills in educational setting, fostering positive relationships and supporting diverse student needs. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and collaborate effectively with colleagues and parents. Seeking to leverage these transferable skills in new field, contributing to dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Work History
Electrical Engineering Intern
1 Month- Lab Research: Collaborated closely with Dr. Green (Ph.D. in EE, MIT) and graduate researchers to analyze AC electrical load data using sine curve modeling to evaluate system stability, transient responses, and power efficiency under varied operational stressors.
- Industry Site Visits: toured 6 of the top engineering firms and facilities in Hawaii—such as the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard or Booz Allen Hamilton—to observe daily operations and network with employers.
- Professional Development: Attended workshops focused on public speaking, resume building, and college transition, alongside "talk story" sessions with industry professionals.
- Automated Light-Tracking Solar Panel: Co-developed an automated solar tracking prototype using Python and an Arduino microcontroller to process light intensity inputs, driving motorized rotation to maximize energy capture.
Server
1 Month- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.
- Handled special requests and dietary restrictions to accommodate diverse guest needs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and order accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Built strong connections with regular customers to foster loyalty. with regular customers.
Music School Worker
1 Year 9 Months- Created a structured/safe environment for young musicians. Ensured safety/supervision of K-G5 students attending music lessons
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and school staff to enforce school protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Incoming Freshman
High School Diploma
- 3.954 Cumulative unweighted GPA
- Honors/Awards: Punahou Concerto Soloist, President’s Award Recipient, Japanese II recognition, Excellence in Orchestra
- SAT: 1480 Overall | 760 Math, 680 EBRW
Skills
Notable High School Courses
AP Calculus BC (Score: 5, AB Subscore: 5)
AP Chemistry (Score: 5)
AP Physics 1 (Score: 5)
AP Physics 2 (Score: 4)
Chemistry Honors (A for both semesters)
Geometry (s) | A for both semesters
Advanced Precalculus Honors
Languages
Extracurricular activities
Track and Field
Varsity Sprints
Participated for 6 years, including all of high school
400m PB: 52.55s
Placed 3rd at the HHSAA Track and Field State Championships in the 4x4 relay
Broke ILH JV record for 4x4 with PB of 3:30
Wrestling
Participated in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade
Achieved 1st place in ILH intermediate championships in freshman year at 132lbs
2nd place in JV ILH championships sophomore year at 138lbs, compiling an exceptional 14-2 season record.
Dedicated 14+ hours weekly to rigorous athletic training, including daily 2.5 hour practices, pre-practice conditioning runs, and tri-weekly strength workouts.
Maintained rigorous athletic performance and physical discipline alongside full-time academic responsibilities.
Hawaii Youth Symphony I
Second Violin section leader
Highest tier of HYS's seven orchestras, requiring competitive annual auditions with advanced-tempo excerpt requirements.
Performed in side-by-side concerts with the professional Hawaii Symphony Orchestra alongside notable local and guest artists
Rehearsed over 120 hours and performed around 10 concerts for each season
Punahou Chamber Music 'Akinaka' String Quartet
First violin
Selected as First Violinist for Punahou's flagship chamber music ensemble, providing technical accuracy and musical leadership for the section.
Performed in two school-wide feature concerts over the academic year, executing high-stakes live performances for large audiences
Rehearsed complex multi-part classical repertoire weekly, mastering advanced group dynamics, precise timing, and collaborative performance
Accomplishments
- Selected as one of a few featured student soloists from a competitive live audition adjudicated by a panel of professional musicians and music educators.
- Performed featured violin concerto repertoire accompanied by the full Punahou Symphony Orchestra as part of a 30+ year school tradition of high-level classical performance
- Awarded based on achievement and attitude towards class. Teachers nominate students of their choosing for selection.
- Maintained 98% average throughout both semesters.
- Learned and reviewed complex sentence structures and grammar patterns to enhance speaking ability.
Punahou High School President’s Award Recipient:
Description:
The President’s Award is more than a commendation presented to those who have asserted themselves in scholarship and leadership. This is because people who are dedicated, persevere and achieve need no reward beyond the kind of life they lead. The President’s Award, in this sense, is for those people who do not need it. It goes to the students who have realized their full potential, delivered the best academic performance they are capable of, inspired their peers and teachers, and given of themselves.
Featured Violin Soloist – Punahou Concerto Showcase | (2026)
AP Scholar with Honor:
The AP Scholar with Honor Award is granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.
Excellence in Orchestra Award | 2026
Description
They have contributed generously to their orchestra by sharing their talent and showing, through example, their love and dedication to music by providing musical and organizational leadership and the spark that ignites the spirit of each of these organizations.
Japanese II Recognition