Treasurer – York Engineering Society
As Treasurer, I managed all financial operations of the York Engineering Society, including budgeting, sponsorship acquisition, and expense tracking. I ensured financial transparency and sustainable resource management while also leading technical workshops and lab sessions. This hybrid role combined financial leadership with engineering mentorship, strengthening my skills in management, technical education, and community engagement.
International Student Buddy – University of York
I supported incoming international students in adapting to university life through mentorship, communication, and cultural exchange. By guiding peers across academic, social, and personal spheres, I fostered inclusion and well-being within York’s diverse community. This experience enhanced my empathy, leadership, and ability to translate academic support into meaningful human connection.
Technical Officer – York Engineering Society
As Technical Officer, I oversaw the society’s digital infrastructure, spearheaded the design and development of the YES Mobile application, and provided technical mentorship for members. I also led workshops and offered approvals for new engineering initiatives, enhancing my expertise in software, mobile app development, and team-based knowledge sharing.
July, 2025 - September, 2025
Summer Internship – Institute for Safe Autonomy, UK
I engineered data-driven systems integrating computer vision, machine learning, and embedded hardware to enhance telescope safety and automation. My work included developing a YOLO-based human detection model, telescope alignment pipeline, and weather-data integration system. This experience refined my practical skills in Python, OpenCV, ML deployment, and scientific computing, while strengthening real-time problem-solving.
Research Volunteer – Medical Engineering Laboratory, University of York
Contributing to biomedical automation, I developed a Linux-based GUI with PyQt for Raspberry Pi 4, simplifying data collection for researchers. I enhanced Python codebases, improved user experience, and operated 3D resin printers for rapid prototyping. This role solidified my expertise in embedded systems, GUI design, and research-driven technical implementation.
Trainee Back-End Developer – Egen.lk
During my back-end development training, I worked on optimising mobile applications and database management systems using Java and SQL. Collaborating with a dynamic software team taught me scalability, agile workflows, and effective problem-solving in production-ready systems. This foundation reinforced my programming, data architecture, and collaborative development abilities.
March, 2023 – December, 2023
Private Tutor – Freelance (Maths, Physics, Chemistry)
I provided personalised tutoring in Pure and Applied Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, preparing students for A-levels and competitive exams. My tailored lesson plans simplified complex topics and connected theory with application. Through this, I strengthened my communication, mentoring, and STEM-education skills—empowering students to understand scientific concepts with confidence and clarity.
