About
Hi, I’m Tarun, a current student at the Washington University in St. Louis, primarily interested in computer science and applied math. So far, I’ve explored the real-world applications of these fields through projects, research, and internships. For more details, check out my resume located in the header. In my free time, I often write creative pieces.
Education
Washington University in St. Louis
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Work Experience
RakutenRemote
Software Engineering Learning Intern
Tufts Financial GroupMedford, MA
Web Developer
Rakuten SixthSenseRemote
Software Engineering Learning Intern
Additional Experience
StaplesShrewsbury, MA
Retail Associate
365toJapanSelf-Employed
Founder, Author, Developer
Projects
Gear labeled cards are projects involving 2+ years of continuous development.
A production-level [direct access restricted] digital student attendance system
Helping students plan their WashU academic journey
Recent Honors & Awards
WPI GoatHacks Competition
Collaborated with a team of 4 and won the 2024 WPI GoatHacks Hackathon. Created the WPI Roadmap app to help students plan their academic success at WPI.
Scholastic Arts & Writing Awards
Placed in the top 0.05% of poetry entries for poetry. Published piece and recognized as a national gold medalist / NSPP semifinalist nominee. Invited to the 100th Ceremony at Carnegie Hall.
Top 60 Japan News & Blogs for 2023
Awarded for the 365toJapan blog as a top 60 blog for Japan news and culture which was based on activity metrics, community engagement, and content quality.
Certificates
Japanse Language Proficiency Test N5
Intermediate Japanese Language Proficiency
The Seal of Biliteracy in Japanese & English
Awarded for proficiency in Japanese and English