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Sakthi Rajeshkumar

Urbana-Champaign,USA

Summary

Computer Science + Physics student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign passionate about space robotics and systems integration. Experienced in research, programming, and interdisciplinary projects such as healthcare technology and physics-based experimentation. Aspiring to contribute technical and leadership abilities to IRIS's mission of advancing space robotics.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Veilo-Founder & Health Innovation Lead

Veilo
Chicago, IL
12.2025 - Current
  • Founded and engineered Veilo, an EMF radiation shielding solution that integrates scientific research with product engineering to enhance user safety
  • Secured 1st place at a competitive Idea Fair by presenting and effectively defending an innovative solution to a panel of judges, demonstrating strong communication and persuasion skills

Schoolhouse Volunteer Teacher

Khan Academy
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Taught 40+ students across 16 countries, fostering global understanding of physics
  • Earned certification in SAT and AP Physics curriculum

Math + Reading Executive Teacher

Kumon
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Taught children ages 4 to 7 how to read
  • Middle/High School Math Mentor

Advocate Health
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Worked 5am Shifts; 3 days a Week: Facilitated patient support by guiding hospital visits, providing wheelchair assistance, and mentoring junior volunteers - ensuring compassionate, efficient, and welcoming care for every patient interaction
  • Good Samaritan Hospital Volunteer & Trainer

Education

Computer Science + Physics & Dual Degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship -

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
05-2029

High School Diploma -

Downers Grove South
Downers Grove
05-2025

Skills

  • Research Skills
  • Technical Writing
  • Kotlin/ C
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Public Speaking
  • Oral Advocacy

Research

  • QuarkNet Intern, Operated particle detector hardware and analyzed real-time muon data, deriving physical insight from raw cosmic-ray measurements
  • Independent research paper in EMF radiation, Mitigating Household Electromagnetic Field Exposure: Evaluating Distance and Shielding Materials, Designed and conducted experiments to evaluate shielding materials and distance-based mitigation strategies for household EMF exposure, Selected for presentation at the Illinois State Symposium 2025, demonstrating ability to communicate technical findings to diverse audiences

Hobbies and Interests

  • Badminton: 2-time State Qualifier
  • Bharatnatyam (Indian Classical Dance): 12+ years experience
  • Taekwondo: First Degree Black Belt

Timeline

Veilo-Founder & Health Innovation Lead

Veilo
12.2025 - Current

Math + Reading Executive Teacher

Kumon
06.2024 - 08.2024

Schoolhouse Volunteer Teacher

Khan Academy
05.2024 - 08.2025

Advocate Health
06.2023 - 08.2024

Computer Science + Physics & Dual Degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship -

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

High School Diploma -

Downers Grove South
Sakthi Rajeshkumar