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"Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn." — Benjamin Franklin

Paid Technical Internship at Tri-Lite Technologies (Manufacturers of World's Smallest Augmented Reality Technology)

Tri-Lite Lab Setup

A darkroom setup I built independently to measure the modulation transfer function (MTF) of an inbuilt laser projector in a competing phone

At Tri-Lite, I was lucky to get hands-on experience with what it's like to be a real engineer. While there, I:

  • Conducted rigorous lab testing to compile performance statistics for investors.
  • Learned about Fast-Fourier Transforms and coded a program implementing those to measure the Modulation Transfer Function (resolution test) of various competing lasers
  • Independently created a Safety Enclosure for a Class 4 Laser, learning about safety tolerances, user-centered design and scientific rigour. From research to implementation, it was an exhilarating learning experience in a business enterprise.
  • Fascinated by applications of Lissajous patterns in scanning, I applied knowledge from SHM units in school to understand the function of the MEMS technology in their design. It was fun to discuss my findings at school, in Physics Club I co-founded.
Image Processing

I coded programs to generate images of different lines densities with different color profiles to try and understand and reverse-engineer the image processing technology used in competing products.

I then had to learn how to code an image analysis tool to figure out the relative intensities of the bright vs. the dark spots independently. I used pixel image analysis to figure out the relative height of the intensity waves on the camera's software, as natively there were no integrated measurements. I then had to calculate the real intensity of those spots by comparing them to a known sample, and used that data (after further processing) to calculate the MTF of the laser.

3D Modeling

3D modelling and manufacturing a part designed to hold the phone we were testing that was compatible with the existing tools was fun, even if trying to repair the 3D-printer wasn't.

I conducted scientific testing to determine how internal brightness settings correlated with radiant flux

Data Table
Safety Enclosure

I created a Laser Safety Enclosure for a Class 4 Laser (the highest class). I consulted colleagues to create design specifications, came up with a feasible and cost-effective design (less than 10% the cost of a stock model from Thorlabs), reached out to suppliers, assembled, and tested the apparatus, ensuring it met international safety standards while being user friendly, teaching me about rigor, safety tolerances, and user-centered design.

Internship at SLEKE

(Designing for minimalist, human-centred technology)

SLEKE AI Interface

Minimalist product interface or AI-driven dashboard

Inspired by their ethos of reducing environmental temptations and giving people back the brain space to "Do cool things", I reached out to SLEKE's CEO to ask if I could support their mission. I've been working part-time with the Reno-based startup for several months now, helping with a variety of tasks including:

  • Redesigning the packaging for the product, prioritizing aesthetics and sustainability while minimizing cost
  • Helping with front-end issues with the custom App Store
  • Troubleshooting the AI-based web browser: certain phrases being typed in would cause unexplainable crashes, currently working on fixing this
  • Collaborating with the design team to refine visual identity and unboxing experience aligned with SLEKE's philosophy of focus and simplicity
UI Troubleshooting

I worked with other interns to identify and troubleshoot user interface bugs that affected the AI search performance, documenting error patterns and user feedback to inform design improvements.

Sustainable Packaging

Designed and prototyped eco-friendly packaging using biodegradable materials and compact geometries. The focus was on maintaining premium aesthetics while reducing environmental cost.

Reflection: Working with SLEKE deepened my understanding of how design, engineering, and sustainability converge to shape meaningful products. It taught me that great design isn't about adding features - it's about removing distractions, and crafting experiences that let people focus on what matters.

Q-Advisers Venture Capital Internship

At Q-Advisers, I immersed myself in the world of early-stage investing to learn how ideas evolve into scalable companies by:

  • Reviewing startup pitch decks to identify patterns behind effective business communication.
  • Comparing the strategies of successful startups to understand what drives long-term growth.
  • Studying LEAN startup methodology and applied it to real company cases under the guidance of experienced investors.
  • Exploring financial models and economic indicators to forecast company potential and evaluate investment risk.
  • Analysing how founders present traction, market opportunity, and value creation to investors, gaining insight into what differentiates a strong pitch from an average one.

Applied financial and strategic frameworks to assess scalability and profitability, developing a clearer understanding of startup evaluation.

Reflection: Working at Q-Advisers gave me a deeper appreciation for how venture capital shapes innovation. It taught me that behind every successful startup is a balance between bold vision and disciplined execution, supported by investors who can recognize both.