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Tseday Girma

Washington,DC

Summary

Determined and creatively driven student from Ethiopia pursuing a Masters of Architecture at Howard University. Excels in problem solving, highly organized, and thrives in team settings. Committed to enhancing skills and eager to learn from colleagues. Passionate about improving low-income housing and creating impactful architecture.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Community Service Coordinator

Howard Eritrean and Ethiopian Association
Washington DC
06.2023 - Current
  • Led a team of volunteers in the organization and execution of community cleanup initiatives in Howard
  • Contributed to campus cleanliness and safety education through partnership with HUWEA organization.
  • Organized a clothing drive to distribute clothes to Thrive DC.

Intern

Perkins & Will
Washington DC
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Edited floor, ceiling, and furniture plans for a DC library in the Schematic Design Phase, ensuring accuracy
  • Built landscape and bus stop models for a library project using Revit, enhancing project scope
  • Assisted with material selection and cost estimation, demonstrating strong organizational skills
  • Integrated seamlessly into cross-functional teams, contributing fresh perspectives and supporting senior architects in project execution.

Community Service Coordinator

NOMA Howard Student chapter
Washington DC
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Planned community engaging events to connect with Howard students
  • In charge of arranging donations for the sanitary products campaign at Thrive DC
  • Fundraised for the chapter by organizing game nights, raffles etc.

Education

Masters of Architecture -

Howard University
Washington, DC
05.2025

IB Bilingual Diploma -

Sandford International School
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
05.2020

Skills

  • Revit
  • Rhino
  • AutoCAD
  • SketchUp
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • TwinMotion
  • Enscape
  • Model making

Awards

  • Honorable Mention for 2023 Phil Freelon Global Intern Design Competition
  • DC Office of Urban Planning Design charette participant

Timeline

Community Service Coordinator

Howard Eritrean and Ethiopian Association
06.2023 - Current

Intern

Perkins & Will
06.2023 - 08.2024

Community Service Coordinator

NOMA Howard Student chapter
06.2023 - 05.2024

Masters of Architecture -

Howard University

IB Bilingual Diploma -

Sandford International School
Tseday Girma