Huangxi (Serena) Chen
College Park
Summary
A motivated and articulate undergraduate student seeking an internship to leverage strong academic foundations, bilingual communication skills, and leadership experience in an educational setting. Eager to contribute to student development while further enhancing pedagogical and cross-cultural communication skills in preparation for future studies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Dr. Tom E. Porter
College Park
02.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to collect and analyze experimental data, contributing to project insights.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss project progress and findings, ensuring alignment on research objectives.
- Assisted in data collection through experiments.
- Organized research materials and maintained laboratory equipment.
Intramural Sports Official
University Recreation and Wellness Center
College Park
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Officiated intramural sports games, ensuring adherence to rules and promoting fair play.
- Resolved conflicts among players through effective communication, fostering a positive game environment.
- Communicated effectively with players regarding rules and game procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to manage game flow and address issues.
- Monitored player conduct, maintaining a positive and respectful environment.
Teaching Assistant
New Oriental Education & Technology Group
Shanghai
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with teachers to prepare engaging lesson materials and interactive classroom activities.
- Guided students in completing homework assignments and effectively preparing for exams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Maryland
College Park, MD05-2029
High School Diploma - Biology, History, Political Science, Introduction to Chemistry, Introduction to Physics
Shanghai Tianyuan High School
Minghang, Shanghai07-2024
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Research
- Leadership
- Laboratory management
- Data analysis
- Conducting assays
- Bilingual communication
- Volleyball
Leadership And Extracurricular Experience
- Delegate & Chair, Model United Nations, Shanghai, China, 04/01/23, 04/01/23, Served as Dais Head of the UN Security Council, organizing and presiding over the Beichen Model UN School Conference.
- Delegate, Model United Nations, Shanghai, China, 07/01/25, 07/01/25, Served as the Dais Member of the American Congress at Spring-Autumn MUN Summer Session.
Awards
- 2024, "All-rounded Good Student" Award, Shanghai Tianyuan High School
- 2023, "March Study Star" Award
- 2023, "Active Participant in Activities" Award (First Semester)
- 2022, 1st Prize ("Future Cup" Bilingual Orator Contest - Minhang District)
- 2022, 3rd Prize (Shanghai Municipal Level)
- 2022, 2nd Prize (Science Popularization English Contest — Minhang District)
- 2022, 1st Place in School Written Test (Science Popularization English)
- 2021, 1st Prize ("FLTRP Cup" Foreign Language Proficiency — Regional Final)
- 2021, 3rd Prize (National Final)
Qualifications And Skills
Mandarin Chinese, Native, English, Fluent (IELTS 7.5), Public Speaking, Debate, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Interdisciplinary Research, Leadership, Educational Pedagogy, Life Sciences, International Relations, Student Mentorship
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
Member of American Physician Scientist Association at University of Maryland
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Dr. Tom E. Porter
02.2026 - Current
Intramural Sports Official
University Recreation and Wellness Center
09.2025 - 01.2026
Teaching Assistant
New Oriental Education & Technology Group
08.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Maryland
High School Diploma - Biology, History, Political Science, Introduction to Chemistry, Introduction to Physics
Shanghai Tianyuan High School