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Derrick Wang

Glen Mills,PA

Summary

Resourceful Mechanical Engineering student with demonstrated skills in mechanical design and collaborative research. Combines a strong academic background with hands-on experience in developing experimental hardware and streamlining operational procedures. Seeking a challenging summer internship to contribute to a dynamic team and gain further experience in a hands-on engineering and design environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Delaware Chester Community School
09.2022 - 06.2025
  • Designed and delivered engaging, hands-on weekly activities for 10+ elementary and middle school students covering a diverse range of science and engineering topics.
  • Fostered a collaborative learning environment that promoted teamwork, curiosity, and active participation in scientific exploration.

Laboratory Assistant

Delaware Diagnostic Labs
12.2022 - 05.2025
  • Managed 50-100 urine, blood, and blood samples daily, which included collecting, sorting, accessioning into the laboratory information system, and data verification.
  • Conducted quantitative analysis using precision pipetting and developed a procedural flowchart to standardize the sample treatment process, improving workflow efficiency.

Research Assistant

Princeton University
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Investigated ammonia combustion, focusing on strategies to limit harmful NOx emissions through high-temperature (1000-1200K) and high-pressure (8-20 atm) testing.
  • Designed a novel reactor to significantly reduce chemical residence time, thereby optimizing the combustion process.
  • Simulated ammonia combustion reactions under various operational settings to analyze and predict performance outcomes.

Research Intern

University of Maryland, College Park
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Collaborated in a research team with a postdoctoral fellow to conduct experiments involving the chemical treatment and physical manipulation of wood veneers.
  • Documented research progress by recording and organizing detailed notes during all team meetings to ensure clear communication and accurate record-keeping.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
05-2029

High School Diploma -

Garnet Valley Senior High School
Glen Mills, PA
06-2025

Skills

  • Solidworks
  • OnShape
  • Cantera
  • Labview
  • Heat Press
  • Instron Mechanical testing proficiency
  • Python
  • Java

Awards

Top 15 at FBLA Nationals in Website Coding and Development

  • Created a website for Delaware Diagnostic Labs that focused on the job application portion of the website. Implemented ReactJS and Google APIs throughout the website.


Co-author of a Research Paper Published in the Peer Reviewed Journal Called Matter

  • Conducted research on wood as a structural and sustainable material and how it can be modified to achieve desired results. This led to significant discoveries about the properties of wood and future uses to create a greener society.


Second place in the AAASE presentation competition on Machine Learning and AI

  • Created a presentation and prototype for an AI that detects fake news on social media.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional

Timeline

Research Assistant

Princeton University
06.2024 - 09.2024

Research Intern

University of Maryland, College Park
06.2023 - 11.2023

Laboratory Assistant

Delaware Diagnostic Labs
12.2022 - 05.2025

Volunteer

Delaware Chester Community School
09.2022 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Johns Hopkins University

High School Diploma -

Garnet Valley Senior High School

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