INTRODUCTION

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Hello! I am Jessie Yu, and I am an undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo. I am currently studying for a degree in Bachelor of Applied Science, Architectural Engineering.

SKILL SET

AutoCAD

More than 150+ hours of experience from learning in class, and completing technical drawings

Adobe Illustrator

Created report-quality figures for previous job, and multiple posters for school

Rhino

Developed fundamental modelling skills through 10+ hours of practice and effective usage

SolidWorks

Basic knowledge developed through learning online and creating basic models

HTML/CSS

Fundamental knowledge developed through learning online and developing this website

Teamwork

Attention to Details

Self Motivated Learner

Work Experience & Project

PCL Constructors Inc.

- Estimating Student

September 2023 - December 2023

PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc.

- Building Systems Student

September 2022 - December 2022

Lifestyle Home Products

- Engineering and Administration Support

April 2021- August 2021

University of Waterloo

- Engineering Ambassador

September 2020- December 2020

University of Waterloo

- Numerical Analysist

January 2020- April 2020

Fresh Minds Academy

- Receptionist

September 2018- December 2019

Personal Website Project

Education

University of Waterloo

September 2019 - Expected May 2024


Architectural engineering

Design Studio Course
Completed the design and 3D modelling of a small-scale building in local natural reserve for final project
Gain fundamental knowledge about materials, structures, design principles and the Ontario Building Code
Safely operate a class 2, Trotec SP500 laser cutter for academic projects
Member of the University of Waterloo (UW) American Concrete Institute (ACI) Bowling Ball Student Design Team
Independently contacted potential sponsoring companies and created Excel spreadsheets to keep detail records of supplies and funding received
Collaborated with team and faculty members to create a design using SolidWork
Operated the CNC machine to create the moulds for prototypes with foam and OSB

Richmond Secondary School

September 2016 - June 2019


International Baccalaureate

Additional Information

Language Proficiency

English
Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing
Cantonese
Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing
Mandarin
Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing
Spanish
Rudimentary knowledge in speaking, reading, and writing

Hobbies

Drawing
Over 7 years of experience in various media including acrylic and oil painting, traditional and digital
Volunteering
Actively participating in volunteering work since grade 10
Cycling
Have been cycling on many routes in Metro Vancouver area for the past 2 years on a weekly basis