About Me

I am a Level 3 Computer Science Student looking for internships and work experience to build upon my existing skills and knowledge. In the past, I have built full stack software, taken on multiple leadership positions, and worked with businesses and organisations to improve their use of technology. I enjoy being challenged and taking initiative.

Education

Durham University — September 2022 - June 2026 (Expected)

Computer Science MEng including modules on JavaScript, databases, Python, algorithms, and systems.

Gordon's School — September 2020 - June 2022

A*A*A* in Computer Science, Maths and Economics.

Tomlinscote School — September 2015 - June 2020

Grade 9 in Maths, English, Computer Science, History, Chemistry, Physics and Biology. Grade 8 in English Literature and Religious Studies.

Experience

Morgan StanleySummer Analyst

June 2024 - August 2024

I worked in an agile team, automating production deployments of our Spring Java apps using custom tooling. I also built new Angular UIs to modernise debugging tools for internal stakeholders, working with Git and JIRA.

BlackRockSpring Insight

April 2024

I had an amazing opportunity to discover the work of all the Aladdin Engineering teams in Edinburgh, learn from senior leaders and network with my fellow Spring students.

NetcraftSoftware Engineering Intern

July 2023 - September 2023

This was my first experience in a full-time software engineering role and gave me great insight into working effectively with industry tools like JIRA and developing on Linux. I also learnt how to be adaptable and pick up a new technology stack in the form of Perl and CGI.

Morgan StanleySpring Insight

April 2023

I got to experience life working in Technology at Morgan Stanley - as well as building problem-solving and communication skills, I got to complete a great training workshop on agile scrum.

FDD InternationalInformation Technology Consultant

July 2022 - Present

I built bespoke software for the business, as well as optimising digital processes and visually presenting data. I took a strong lead on our work to move reports to the Power BI platform and advised on hardware choices.

Red HatWork Experience Student

June 2019

I gained insight into the operations of the business and had the chance to develop my presentation, planning and marketing skills. I also enhanced my knowledge of agile methodologies and open-source software.

Volunteering

DurHackHead of Tech (Hardware)

December 2023 - Present

Following my successful co-ordination of tech for our livestream at DurHack 2023, I progressed to taking a lead on planning our technology approach for 2024.

DurHackTech (Software) Officer

March 2023 - December 2023

As an organiser for the hackathon, I contributed to building and maintaining the web apps used during the event.

Grey College JCRWebsite Manager

March 2023 - March 2024

As a member of the Executive Committee, I took responsibility for upgrading and running the React-based website.

Skills

Web and mobile development

Project management

Leadership

Server-side/Databases

Awards

AQA Top 50 Computer Science Student 2022

Diana Award 2018

ASDAN Youth Voice Award

Tomlinscote Cup for Innovation

Projects

App Development for Tomlinscote School.

NWG hackathon.

Surrey Youth Voice initiative.

Hack The Burgh X hackathon.