Palina Skakun

Hello! I am a 3-year Computer Science student at Michigan State University, on the lookout for exciting internship opportunities in software engineering and web development, and related collaborative projects. I'm experienced in C , Python, algorithms, Javascript, HTML, CSS, Git, and much more. Besides that, I love to dance, read books, travel, my favorite artist is Arctic Monkeys, and I am fluent in 3 languages. Let's connect!

Skills

Coding

C ★★★★★

Html/Css ★★★★☆

Javascript ★★★☆☆

Python ★★★★★

NumPy, pandas ★★★★★

Matplotlib, Seaborn ★★★★★

C ★★★★★

ARM Assembly ★★☆☆☆

Algorithms ★★★★☆

UML Design ★★★★☆

Tools/Other

Linux ★★★★★

Git ★★★★★

Terminal ★★★★★

Apple/MacOS ★★★★★

Figma/Canva ★★★★★

Matlab ★★★★★

Languages

English ★★★★★

Belarusian ★★★★★

Russian ★★★★★

Spanish ★★☆☆☆

Resume

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Experience

CURRENT - SEPTEMBER 2022

MTH 116 Teaching Assistant @ Michigan State University

As a Teaching Assistant, I'm instructing class sessions for 40 students and mentoring students individually in the Math Learning Center, utilizing my expertise to help them develop essential strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential for success in the course.

CURRENT - AUGUST 2023

Resident Assistant @ Michigan State University

As the Resident Assistant, I demonstrate leadership skills by coordinating student programs for 40 people, promoting a positive and inclusive environment. My role involves mediating complex conflicts and addressing student concerns, developing my problem-solving abilities, essential for team-based settings.

AUGUST - JUNE 2022

Computer Science Mentor @ Future Spartans Engineers

As the Student Mentor, I improved upon existing programming skills by leading and instructing computer science sessions to 45 students, introducing python, and PyGame graphics library. I developed teaching and mentoring skills by assisting students in understanding and completing various engineering projects, developing their problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

JULY 2021 - AUGUST 2020

Laboratory Assistant @ Scientific Technical Cooperative NAUKA

As a Laboratory Assistant, I worked with mechanical and civil engineers in research about tower cranes, created Excel macros to report data and run calculations, compiled data into graphs, and maintained lab equipment.

Hobbies & Involvement

Hi, I'm Palina, originally from Mogilev, Belarus. My biggest goal is a successfull career in tech after graduating from MSU. I find inspiration in many things, a few of them being coding, dance, books, and ice skating. I'm a part of the MSU Dance Club, and also involved in Russian Club and Spartan Hackers. I love reading, enjoy a good cup of coffee, and have a constant urge to travel! An active lifestyle is my driving force, and my dream is to live somewhere warm, embracing outdoor activities like hiking. I dream about having a cat or two someday! Moving to the U.S. was a big dream come true that brought many amazing opportunities my way. My favorite holiday is New Year's and I love playing sports for fun! My goal is to keep life full of exploration and enjoyment!