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    Hi 👋, I'm Arvin

    A university student that is passionate about technology and writing

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Who am I?

I am Arvin Hay in my second year of Bachelor of Science majoring in Computational Science and Mathematics at Monash University in Australia. I am planning to build awesome, delightful & secure software.

I am a Fastrack Founder 2024, Monash Science Student Ambassador, Monash Minds Leadership Coach, recipient of Achieving Potential for Distinction Scholarship and tutor for Monash IT Programming Bootcamp. I am also involved in multiple student clubs, including WIRED @ Monash

I am passionate about science, technology and writing. I have experience in entrepreneurship, real estate, and managing a small business. I am currently working on a startup, Troche, and our mission is to create a solution for medication adherence.

As an avid learner, I have completed 4.75 semester worth of units (19 units) in the first year and a half of my degree and maintained a WAM of 77.

Projects

A Melbourne based startup that aims to create a solution for medication adherence.

A student research initiative website for WonderLab @ Monash University.

An online gaming tournament platform for competitive gamers.

An online restaurant for Southeast Asian cuisine.

A healthy eating app to empower users to achieve their health goals.

Skills

C++
Python
JavaScript
MySQL
NoSQL
Java
R
Figma

Experience

Nov 2023 - Present

Troche

Fastrack Founder 2024

• Spearheaded the development and implementation of prototyping techniques, facilitating real-life user testing.

• Coached by a wide network of industry partners, including notable organizations like Next - Reece Group, Shadowboxer, Hypershift Systems, LUNA Start-up Studio, Amazon Web Services, LaunchVic, Xailient, ThinkHQ, Airwallex, etc.

• Gained substantial experience in business operations and strategies, enhancing my understanding of commercial practices and market dynamics.

Mar 2024 - Present

Monash Science Student Ambassador

Dean Faculty of Science

• Promote Monash University and the Faculty of Science programs and activities to both prospective and current students.

• Engage with students on Open Day, information seminars, and school visits

• Representing the Faculty at a variety of events, through social media and marketing activities

Mar 2022 - Feb 2024

Gold 4Life Real Estate

Real Estate Agent

• Mentored by seasoned professional with 28 years of experience in the real estate market, who supported me throughout my learning journey

• Excel proficiency for Investment Property Analysis (IPA) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM).

• Supervise the necessary listing and sales documentation for property or businesses, or leases or agreements to lease associated with commercial property

• Utilized digital platforms and traditional advertising methods to maximize property exposure.

• Collaborated with professionals agents, directors, property developers and built trust with clients.

Nov 2021 - Aug 2023

Co-Founder

GachaFood

• 5/5⋆ reviews from a base of over 150 satisfied customers through exceptional food quality and customer service.

• Managed and maintained the company’s website and Facebook page. Developed a bot for efficient handling of enquiries, streamlining the communication process and improving response times.

• Distribute handmade curry puffs across Southeast, CBD, and West Melbourne suburbs, with strong commitment to spreading Southeast Asian culinary.

Sep 2017 - Aug 2020

Claxon Tournament Pte. Ltd

Managing Director

• Given the opportunity to direct four seasonal tournaments, with each achieving a great amount of success, growing a following of 5,000 members

• Negotiated terms of partnership with various game creators to organise well-publicized tournaments with large prizepools.

• Assess and hire staff employees such as digital artists, streamers, and moderators, and form a community engagement team.

• Recruited, led and trained a team of 100 volunteers to enhance event experience.

Education

  • Feb 2023 - Present

    Monash University, Australia

    Bachelor of Science

    Major in Computational Science and Mathematics
      - Fastrack Founder 2024
      - Monash Science Student Ambassador
      - Monash Minds Leadership Coach
      - Faculty of IT Programming Bootcamp Tutor
      - WIRED @ IT Auxiliary
      - Achieving Potential for Distinction Scholarship
    Expected graduation in Feb 2025