The Newest Members of the MathWorks Student Programs Team!
Today’s post will introduce some of our newer members on the MathWorks Student Programs team. Our team has continued to grow in the past year, and we now have 3 new members located in Boston (US) and Bangalore (India).
Our team helps equip students around the globe with software, training, and mentoring to tackle the same technical issues as professional engineers. Check out the competitions we currently support here.
Shubham
Drones#Dance#Beaches#Boats
What is your role in the student competitions team? What competitions are you focusing on?
My role in Student Competition Team focuses on supporting Robotics Competitions, I primarily support RoboNation competitions.
What big project are you currently working on?
I am currently focusing in creating tutorials on Designing MPC Control for Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASV) and Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (UAV) and physical scenario simulation to simulate operating conditions for unmanned vehicles.
Which recommendation would you give students thinking about student competitions and career paths?
Student competitions are a great way to gain exposure and learn how to utilize the theoretical knowledge you learn in schools. Don’t hesitate to take risk, keep trying to solve problems with new approaches.
Why do you like working in education and collaborating with student teams?
I have participated in student competitions when I was in engineering school. Working in such competition teams is always fun, because of the satisfaction I felt after building something hard. This role keeps me connected to it.
Fun Facts
- I did not know petting Manatees was illegal until I was about to pet one.
- After working in Robotics, I use facial recognition and voice recognition to access my computer.
Grace
#Steminist #SugarFiend #MusicLover #GameEnthusiast
What is your role in the student competitions team? What competitions are you focusing on?
I support our student competitions that focus on Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, so I develop tutorials and getting started resources for participating students. . I focus on the WiDS Datathon, the George B. Moody Physionet Challenge, and MathWorks-hosted DrivenData Competitions.
What big project are you currently working on?
Recently, I have been working with DrivenData to set up our next competition with them!
Which recommendation would you give students thinking about student competitions and career paths?
Competitions are a great way to apply what you know to a real-world challenge, and you are almost guaranteed to learn something new along the way! They provide great experiences and interesting projects that allow you to grow in a way that most classrooms can’t provide. Even if it’s not your exact area of expertise, competitions can be a really enriching experience and can help you discover something you love. I recommend them for everyone, no matter where you are at in your education!
Why do you like working in education and collaborating with student teams?
I’ve worked with students a lot over the past few years as a Teaching Assistant in various capacities, and it is so rewarding to get to help people find their place in the world. Students are constantly asking questions and driving innovation because of their ability to see things in a new light, and I appreciate the opportunity to give them some of the tools to do that. By supporting current students, I feel like I am helping create a brighter future for us all.
Fun Facts
- I learned how to play the harmonica just so I could play the opening to Piano Man by Billie Joel
- I have 5 nieces and nephews that I am very proud of
- I really enjoy decorating cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts!
Khushin
#RaceWithDeath #Foodie #WanderLust
What is your role in the student competitions team? What competitions are you focusing on?
I have recently joined Student Competitions Teams at MathWorks as Tech Lead- Global Aerospace Competitions. I will be supporting worldwide Aerospace competitions, primarily SAE AeroTHON, AIAA Design/Build/Fly.
What big project are you currently working on?
I am currently working on content development for Global Aerospace competitions and focusing, especially on SAE AeroTHON.
Which recommendation would you give students thinking about student competitions and career paths?
Student Competitions are a very good platform to transform knowledge and skills into industry level engineering to develop commercially viable and impactful products. Participating in these competitions and learning from industry mentors can prepare students for the industry tomorrow.
Why do you like working in education and collaborating with student teams?
Young students are enthusiastic and innovative which brings on board fresh disruptive ideas. Working with these young geniuses motivates me to be always enthusiastic and disruptive.
Fun Facts
- I am a Travelling Freak, keep exploring new places and cuisines.
- A Big foodie and a naive cook.
- Basketball relives my stress.
- Passionate Rider.
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