Resume- Brendan Benner
Brendan Benner - High-achieving aspiring software engineer with years of work experience. Eager to apply technical skills to take on new responsibilities and roles.
EXPERIENCE
The Rise Network, Remote — Computer Science Intern
May 2020 - Present
Utilized Javascript, PHP, SQL, and HTML/CSS to integrate design elements into
full-stack website development plans in a collaborative programming environment,
work directly with executives to develop software solutions for consumers
Direct Supervisor: Roz Shepard
Kumon Institute of Education, Studio City, CA — Tutor/Assistant
March 2018 - March 2019
Tutored students in after-school learning programs in reading and math to improve
their grades and test scores, assessed and graded coursework
Direct Supervisor: Rinal Patel
Rolling Robots Summer Camp, Glendale, CA— Intern/Assistant
January 2018, August 2018
Taught Java-based computer programming and game development for a popular
technology summer camp
Direct Supervisor: Naomi Hans
EDUCATION
University of California, Berkeley — Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science
(expected in 2023)
August 2019 - May 2023
Cumulative GPA: 3.947
Courses: Discrete Mathematics and Probability Theory, Machine Structures, Data
Structures, Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs, Designing
Information Devices and Systems I & II, Calculus
Roles:
? Computer Science Junior Mentor - Taught basic circuitry and linear algebra
concepts to a group of students taking Designing Information Devices and
Systems I as a Junior Mentor in Berkeley's largest tutoring student organization
? COMPSCI 61BL/61C Academic Intern - Engage with students in U.C. Berkeley's
Machine Structures and Data Structures courses through lab-based coursework as
a part of course staff; prepare lab work for students and assist them in office hours
? Computer Science Undergraduate Association (Officer) - Organize events, tech
talks, and resources for school’s computer science body
Loyola High School, Los Angeles — Diploma with Summa Cum Laude
August 2015 - June 2019
Cumulative GPA: 3.987
Advanced Placement/Honors Courses: English (3 years), social science (3 years), math
(3 years), music theory (1 year), Mandarin Chinese (1 year)
Activities: Chinese Club (President), Chemistry Club (President), Academic Decathlon
(Co-president), Band (French Horn), Piano, Writing Tutor
SKILLS
Proficiency programming and debugging in C, Java, Python, SQL, Scheme, and HTML/CSS
Experience with Javascript, React,
PHP, and RISC-V ISA
Frontend and Backend Development
Strong Bases in Computer
Architecture & Mathematics
Leadership and Communication
PROJECTS
Text Summarizer
Utilizes a sentence-scoring algorithm built with Java data structures and machine-learning concepts to condense a block of text.
Front-end Team, EcoDataLab
Worked with a team in a campus organization on front-end data visualizations using React.js web
apps for scaling up climate and sustainability solutions.
React Portfolio
Built a responsive personal site using the Javascript library React, HTML, and CSS.
Storm Messenger Bot
Developed a chat bot for moderating and managing group chats on the
messaging platform Discord using the Discord.py Python library.
AWARDS
Summa Cum Laude, Loyola High School, 2019
National AP Scholar, CollegeBoard, 2019
National Merit Scholarship
Commended Student, National
Merit Scholarship Corporation, 2018
Brendan Benner - High-achieving aspiring software engineer with years of work experience. Eager to apply technical skills to take on new responsibilities and roles.
EXPERIENCE
The Rise Network, Remote — Computer Science Intern
May 2020 - Present
Utilized Javascript, PHP, SQL, and HTML/CSS to integrate design elements into
full-stack website development plans in a collaborative programming environment,
work directly with executives to develop software solutions for consumers
Direct Supervisor: Roz Shepard
Kumon Institute of Education, Studio City, CA — Tutor/Assistant
March 2018 - March 2019
Tutored students in after-school learning programs in reading and math to improve
their grades and test scores, assessed and graded coursework
Direct Supervisor: Rinal Patel
Rolling Robots Summer Camp, Glendale, CA— Intern/Assistant
January 2018, August 2018
Taught Java-based computer programming and game development for a popular
technology summer camp
Direct Supervisor: Naomi Hans
EDUCATION
University of California, Berkeley — Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science
(expected in 2023)
August 2019 - May 2023
Cumulative GPA: 3.947
Courses: Discrete Mathematics and Probability Theory, Machine Structures, Data
Structures, Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs, Designing
Information Devices and Systems I & II, Calculus
Roles:
? Computer Science Junior Mentor - Taught basic circuitry and linear algebra
concepts to a group of students taking Designing Information Devices and
Systems I as a Junior Mentor in Berkeley's largest tutoring student organization
? COMPSCI 61BL/61C Academic Intern - Engage with students in U.C. Berkeley's
Machine Structures and Data Structures courses through lab-based coursework as
a part of course staff; prepare lab work for students and assist them in office hours
? Computer Science Undergraduate Association (Officer) - Organize events, tech
talks, and resources for school’s computer science body
Loyola High School, Los Angeles — Diploma with Summa Cum Laude
August 2015 - June 2019
Cumulative GPA: 3.987
Advanced Placement/Honors Courses: English (3 years), social science (3 years), math
(3 years), music theory (1 year), Mandarin Chinese (1 year)
Activities: Chinese Club (President), Chemistry Club (President), Academic Decathlon
(Co-president), Band (French Horn), Piano, Writing Tutor
SKILLS
Proficiency programming and debugging in C, Java, Python, SQL, Scheme, and HTML/CSS
Experience with Javascript, React,
PHP, and RISC-V ISA
Frontend and Backend Development
Strong Bases in Computer
Architecture & Mathematics
Leadership and Communication
PROJECTS
Text Summarizer
Utilizes a sentence-scoring algorithm built with Java data structures and machine-learning concepts to condense a block of text.
Front-end Team, EcoDataLab
Worked with a team in a campus organization on front-end data visualizations using React.js web
apps for scaling up climate and sustainability solutions.
React Portfolio
Built a responsive personal site using the Javascript library React, HTML, and CSS.
Storm Messenger Bot
Developed a chat bot for moderating and managing group chats on the
messaging platform Discord using the Discord.py Python library.
AWARDS
Summa Cum Laude, Loyola High School, 2019
National AP Scholar, CollegeBoard, 2019
National Merit Scholarship
Commended Student, National
Merit Scholarship Corporation, 2018