Nathan Chen
Cary,NC
Summary
Ambitious high school junior with a passion for engineering and biology. Proficient in teamwork and communication, experienced in organizing large-scale events and small team management. Balancing STEM interests with artistic pursuits by excelling in music and art competitions. Demonstrates strong time management skills and creativity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
miRcore
06.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Part of the miRcore MVP program which is a nonprofit that works with students to do gene editing research
- Collaborated with team members to research and write a research paper on Huntington's disease
- Over 40+ hours of Volunteering
- Demonstrated teamwork and communication skills in a research setting
- Presented research findings to peers and mentors
- Participated in discussions and brainstorming sessions to generate research ideas
- Part of the miRcore MVP program which is a nonprofit that works with students to do gene editing research
Business Relations Youth Chair
CAFA
05.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: the largest Chinese American Association in North Carolina
- Established and maintained relationships
- Helped coordinate and execute successful events
- 30+ Volunteer Hours
- Engaged in community outreach and partnership building efforts
- The largest Chinese American Association in North Carolina
Member
Technology Student Association
05.2024 - Current
- Led Technology Problem Solving team to 4th, Robotics to 5th, and Board Game Design to finals at 2025 TSA States. Qualified to TSA Nationals
- Led a team to win Silver at the 2025 Regional for Engineering Design
- Demonstrated leadership skills as Team Captain
- Collaborated with team members to achieve success in STEM competitions
- Implemented innovative solutions in design challenges
Co-Founder, President
GLHS Esports
01.2023 - Current
- Organized Weekly Club Meetings, created tryouts for 10 games, school wide outreach, increased member count by 40 students
- Hosted a NC Esports Winter Tournament consisting of 4 games, prize pool of $500, and over 150 participants from around NC
- Varsity Esports: Won 3rd at the 2023 State Championship. Participated in VESL competitions, Team Captain
Outreach Coordinater
GLHS Next-Gen Career Club
01.2023 - Current
- Presented Future Careers at Peak Charter Academy using next-gen technologies such as VR including Psychology and Engineering
- Managed Relations with 5 Middle Schools including Peak Charter and Dillard Drive.
- Connected with different professionals for presentations and events, helped organize sessions, career events, and create interactive club experiences
Assistant Principle Chair
Triangle Youth Symphony
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: A full orchestra that performs well-known works in the standard literatures
- Assistant Principle Cello in TYS
- Participated in many concerts and performed in the Meymandi Hall
- Helped lead sectionals and rehearsals
- A full orchestra that performs well-known works in the standard literatures
NCFC Youth
01.2022 - Current
- Played Classic division soccer for 3 years, playing teams across the Carolina
- Starting Right-Back across all 3 years
- Captained many games
Volunteer
NCFC Top Soccer Program
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a recreational sports program for children with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities.
- TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a recreational sports program for children with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Dentistry Intern
Dorion & Associates
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Interned under Dr. Tomasheki (General Dentist at Dorian & Associates) for 3 weeks
Education
High School -
Green Level High School
Cary, NC06.2026
Skills
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Customer service
- Tutoring
- Excel
- Computer Skills
- Fundraising
- Event planning
- Problem-solving
Work Experience
Tea Barista/Cashier/Customer Service
Bapu TeaHouse - Cary, NCSeptember 2023 to 2024
- Crafted a wide variety of bubble tea drinks, including milk teas, fruit teas, and specialty beverages
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace while adhering to food safety standards
- Provide friendly and efficient customer service, including taking orders and handling payments
- Educate customers about menu items, ingredients, and customization options
- Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed
- Trained 2 new team members
Certification
CPR Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Volunteer
miRcore
06.2024 - Current
Business Relations Youth Chair
CAFA
05.2024 - Current
Member
Technology Student Association
05.2024 - Current
Dentistry Intern
Dorion & Associates
04.2024 - 05.2024
Co-Founder, President
GLHS Esports
01.2023 - Current
Outreach Coordinater
GLHS Next-Gen Career Club
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Principle Chair
Triangle Youth Symphony
01.2022 - Current
NCFC Youth
01.2022 - Current
Volunteer
NCFC Top Soccer Program
01.2022 - Current
High School -
Green Level High School
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