Sanjana Sudheer
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Dedicated Architecture student at Virginia Tech with strong technical proficiency in Rhino 8, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and OnShape, supported by experience in conceptual design, circulation studies, and site analysis. Demonstrated leadership as President of the Shooting Stars Foundation, overseeing 75+ officers and coordinating international educational initiatives. Completed the Cornell University Pre-College Architecture program, gaining rigorous studio experience. Eager to bring a thoughtful, research-informed, and detail-driven approach to internship opportunities within architectural practice.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Shooting Stars Foundation
08.2018 - Current
- Lead and guide 75+ Vice Presidents, State Directors, and Officers
- Orchestrate various camps related to STEM, public speaking, law, reading, writing, and extracurricular activities for school students
- Organized camps and aided in fundraising events that sponsor underprivileged students worldwide
- Tutor middle school students on various subjects, including math and piano
- Personally sponsor a student in India, enabling her to pursue a medical degree
Frontline
Deet's Place
Blacksburg, Virginia
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Prepared and served coffee and beverages while maintaining speed and accuracy during peak hours.
- Delivered friendly, efficient customer service
- Managed cash handling and order processing, with attention to detail.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace and followed health and safety standards consistently.
- Collaborated with coworkers to streamline workflow, restock inventory, and ensure smooth daily operations.
Preschool Runner
Merritt Academy
Fairfax, VA
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Interacted regularly with children and their parents to build positive communication and trust.
- Assisted children in transitioning safely from their classrooms to their parents at pick-up.
- Provided parents with insights into each child’s behavior, communication style, and daily activities.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Blacksburg, VA05-2029
High School Diploma -
Lake Braddock Secondary School
Burke, VA06-2024
Skills
- Analytical problem-solving for design and technical challenges
- Team leadership
- Clear visual and verbal communication
- Collaborative team contributor
- Reliable and organized with strong time management
- Confident in presenting design work
- Bilingual: English & Tamil
- 3D modeling: Rhino 8, AutoCAD, SketchUp
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Hand drafting and physical model making
- Adaptable and quick to learn new tools/workflows
Courses
Cornell University Precollege - Architecture (JUNE 2023 – JUL 2023)
- Architecture and Architecture history workshop online with Cornell University
- 6-week rigorous course teaching sketching, modeling, AutoCAD, Inventor, Lightroom, and Photoshop
- Exhibited my building work in the final exhibition.
ArtReach GW at THEARC - Architecture (OCT 2022 – DEC 2022)
- Underwent Architecture and Interior Design workshop at the ArtReach
- Leveraged SketchUp to create model city buildings in District of Columbia
- Exhibited my design work in ArtReach Exhibition for public viewing
Accomplishments
Dean's List for First and Second Semesters of Freshman Year
Presidential Volunteer Service Award - GOLD
Timeline
Frontline
Deet's Place
02.2025 - 05.2025
Preschool Runner
Merritt Academy
11.2022 - 06.2023
President
Shooting Stars Foundation
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
High School Diploma -
Lake Braddock Secondary School