<p>Need help urgently: What are my chances truly for Columbia, and MIT and CALTECH. Please need help, and any improvements I can make. Note im international student applying for aid.</p>
<p>My RESUME:</p>
<p>Personal Profile</p>
<p>A motivated, adaptable and responsible year 13 seeking a scholarship in the field of commerce and engineering which will utilize the academic and communication skills developed through my involvement with St John, my other Co-curricular involvements and my academic pursuits.
During my schooling I successfully combined my studies with sports and other commitments showing myself to be self-motivated, organized and capable of working under pressure. I have a clear, logical mind with a practical approach to problem solving and a drive to see things through to completion. I enjoy working on my own initiative or in a team. The one thing that sets me apart from others is the fact that I have a vision in my life; to one day start my own company, which couples my passion for both finance and engineering. In short, I am reliable, trustworthy, hardworking and eager to learn and have a genuine interest in the field of commerce (accounting) and engineering.
Achievements</p>
<p>2009</p>
<p> First in school for science fair project
LEN Science scholarship, Awarded in recognition of Excellence and Potential in Science.
Second in physics category for year 9 and 10 (NIWA science fair).
ASTA Bronze award for the best original research for year 9 and 10. (NIWA Science fair).
Ranked fourth out of 196 students in New Zealand for Kumon mathematics. </p>
<p>2010</p>
<p> Orange House Merit award.
Bright Sparks highly commended nationwide (for under 16 division).
Completion of International Kumon mathematics Program.</p>
<p>2011</p>
<p> First in form class (class award).</p>
<p>2012</p>
<p> Second in form class of 6B. (Class award)
Innovation award for Young Enterprise Scheme. (Company).
Third in the country for First tech challenge robotics (team).
International Enterprise in action, Massey University $1,000 scholarship for Massey University Business School.
Chosen to attend the NZ maths Olympiad residential training camp.
Company earned $4,000 profit .
2013</p>
<p> Currently part of the Auckland Grammar Scholars group.
Silver medal at the New Zealand International Young Physicist Tournament,
Chosen for IYPT selection squad.
Education</p>
<p>2011: IGCSE: Maths (99%), Physics (97%), Chemistry (96%), Accounting (95%), English (77%).</p>
<p>2012: AS Levels: Maths (93%), Physics (92%), Chemistry (91%), Accounting (93%), English (83%).</p>
<p>SAT2: Physics (800), Chemistry (800), Maths Level 2 (800).</p>
<p>2013: A Levels: Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Accounting, and AS Level Biology.
Young Scholars Programme: MAX (Accelerated Mathematics, Maths 153), stage one from University of Auckland (A grade). Electro Engineering diploma (15 NCEA credits).
Extra-curricular and academic skills:
Work History
St John Cadet Program (7 years)</p>
<p> Gold Level Badges (through training and assessment): Health, Environment, Fire Safety, Communication, and Leadership. Earning these badges included some assessment matrix, along with a formal assessment, and usually a camp or a course.
Community Service through St John, volunteering at twinkle child foundation, and volunteer for street collections. </p>
<p>Other extra-curricular activities</p>
<p> Amnesty International group. Currently I am part of the sub-group, and we are running a petition against women rape and violence around the world.
Headmasters Welfare Committee. As a committee we run the red nose day at AGS, go to low decile schools and provide free mentoring and we also help both international students feel comfortable in AGS.
Young Enterprise Scheme, Company Financial Director (and global enterprise challenge).
NZ: First Tech Challenge, and First Lego League (Robotics). Captain of FTC team in 2012.
Auckland Astronomical Society Member.
Learning Support Tutoring/mentoring program.
Indian Cultural group.
Community service though schools enrichment opportunities.
Bright sparks 2010 competition.
New Zealand Programming Contest (2013 entry).</p>
<p>Sports Clubs</p>
<p> Previously Parnell Cricket Club A-grade.
Eden Roskill District Cricket Association Premier team reserve and A grade team.
Auckland Grammar School Senior A1 team.
Auckland Grammar School B-Grade chess team (and finalist).
Year 9 and year 10, school Junior Chess champion.</p>
<p>Academic Skills</p>
<p> Experience in programming with BASCOM AVR and ROBOTC.
Gained valuable practical experimentation skills through NZYPT.
Programming skills through NZPC competition.
Experience in preparation of Business Plans and financial reports through YES.
Experience in using XERO accounting software for young enterprise.
Developed Leadership and communication skills through St John program.</p>
<p>Community Work through St John and enrichment (7 years): During the duration of the course, I spent 2-3 hours per week helping the elderly. Through my work at these rest homes, I learnt valuable skills in communicating with disabled elderly. As a gold group cadet, some of the responsibilities that I hold include taking care of the younger aged groups and teaching them some courses. Currently I am working towards my Grand Prior. </p>
<p>Tutoring Program at School: I tutor 2 hours per week for plus another 2 hours as part of the Welfare committee free tutoring service, which involves tutoring a boy Accounting, Biology and Maths. Through this tutoring service I have learnt to communicate with other boys with different academic ability, and also learnt ways to teach and understand their problems.</p>
<p>Finance Director of YES Company (Ghost): Our Company was called Ghost, and we designed a portable USB powered cup-warmer (which when connected to the USB port on the computer would keep your drink warm). As finance director I prepared all business plans, and financial statements. Through this role, I learnt ways to prepare business plans, and also use Xero accounting software. During the YES year, we had to pitch to a real investor, which gave me the experience to experience a real business environment.</p>
<p>Habitat for Humanity: This is a hand on job, where I am a volunteer. We have to go on Saturdays and help build houses. This was an amazing experience because it gave me a chance to build homes for the homeless, not by providing a gold coin, but physically building a home. This enriched me with many skills in building, and also provided me with an opportunity to help the local community.
Interests</p>
<p> I enjoy problem solving and making things.
I love to play both play and watch cricket of any type.
I enjoy playing chess as a hobby.
I am passionate about electronics and robotics.</p>