CHIDIEBUBE DUMEBI-KACHIKWU
Gaithersburg
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Intern
Thrift Thursday
06.2025 - Current
- Contributed to development of an AI-powered thrifting and secondhand marketplace platform
- Tested features, reported bugs, and provided structured feedback on AI recommendation tools
- Collaborated with the product team to improve user experience and interface design
Developer
One Step (Independent AI App Project)
01.2024 - Current
- Designing and building a personal AI-driven self-improvement and goal-tracking mobile application
- Coding in Swift and Python; applying self-directed learning to real-world product development
- Managing the full development lifecycle independently, from concept and design to testing and iteration
Writer & Publisher
AI & Technology Newsletter (Independent Substack Publication)
01.2024 - Current
- Researches and publishes original analysis on artificial intelligence trends, tools, and applications
- Builds and engages a growing readership as an emerging voice in tech communication
Curriculum & Operations Intern
The Learning Box International
Gaithersburg
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Contributed to design and delivery of educational programs for students and institutions, enhancing learning experiences
- Streamlined operational workflows, facilitated client communications, and organized program documentation to improve efficiency
- Acquired practical skills in EdTech, instructional design, and nonprofit operations, enhancing overall program effectiveness
Education
High School -
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
Olney, MD05-2027
Skills
- Product Management
- User Experience Design
- Web Development
- Mobile development
- iOS development
- Cross-platform Development
- Python
- JavaScript
- SQL
- CSS
- Data analytics
- AI
- Microsoft Office Suite
Awards
- Tom Brown ’78 Memorial Scholarship, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, 2025, Awarded for substantial and demonstrated commitment to community service
- Honor Roll, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, 2024, 2025
Community Service
- Camp Good Counsel Summer Program, Camp Good Counsel, MD, Summer 2023 & 2024, Mentored and served underprivileged youth through a faith-based summer camp program; Demonstrated consistent commitment to service across two consecutive summers
- School Volunteering & Community Service, Our Lady of Good Counsel, 2022-Present, Ongoing participation in service days, charity drives, and school-sponsored outreach initiatives
Computer Technical Skills
Python, JavaScript, CSS, SQL, Swift, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Experienced in video production, editing, and post-production for digital content, Artificial Intelligence, iOS Mobile App Development, Web Development, Tech Entrepreneurship
Leadership Extracurricular Involvement
- Varsity Soccer Manager, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, 2023-Present
- Deputy Secretary-General, Model UN, 2024-Present, Oversees delegate preparation and conference logistics for a competitive high school Model UN program
- Student Representative, African Student Association (ASA), 2022-Present, Elected representative across sophomore, junior, and senior years; advocates for the African student community
- Student Leader, Campus Ministry, 2023-Present
- Student Leader, Bible Study, 2023-Present
- Student Leader, Falcon Fellowship, 2023-Present
- Retreat Leader, Freshman & Sophomore Retreats, 2023-2024, Facilitated multi-day retreats focused on faith formation and personal growth for incoming students
- Orientation Leader, Freshman Orientation, 2023, Welcomed and guided incoming freshmen through their first days of high school
- Speech & Debate, 2022-Present
- DECA, 2023-Present
Timeline
Product Intern
Thrift Thursday
06.2025 - Current
Developer
One Step (Independent AI App Project)
01.2024 - Current
Writer & Publisher
AI & Technology Newsletter (Independent Substack Publication)
01.2024 - Current
Curriculum & Operations Intern
The Learning Box International
06.2023 - 06.2024
High School -
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School