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About Me.

Hey, I'm Sean !

Having attended boarding school in the States for the past 6 years, I have gained valuable experiences in diverse communities outside South Korea. Upon graduating high school, I decided to take a gap year to address family matters. During this time, I am not only cherishing time with my loved ones but also gaining hands-on, professional experience as an intern at a cosmetic company as well as working a part-time job to support my family's needs.
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While my resume might paint me as a STEM enthusiast, I am much more than that. I am enthusiastic and passionate for physical activities like weight lifting, fishing, grappling, and rock climbing, and I plan to continue these pursuits long past my university life and for as long as my body allows. Off the field, I enjoy watching thought-provoking movies with friends and family, followed by engaging discussions. Some of my favorite films include The Godfather, La La Land, and The Truman Show.
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I am both a city and nature enthusiast. In urban environments, I see it as my mission to discover "a spot"—be it a park, restaurant, or café—that I will revisit one day. While I enjoy the energy of bustling cityscapes and skyscrapers, I find solace in nature and its soothing atmosphere. Whether it's going on nature walks, gazing into bonfires, kayaking with my best friend, or grilling steaks, these moments in nature are an essential for me.


Traveling is another passion of mine, and it has shaped my ultimate life goal. During my trips to Guatemala, I confronted the harsh reality of health inequality, which inspired me to pursue a career in chemistry. It was heartbreaking to witness how people in Guatemala struggled to afford even the most basic necessities. I am determined to use my knowledge to help improve people's quality of life.

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Experiences

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Work Experience

TerraCycle Internship
September 2024 ~ December 2024


Intern, Estee Lauder Companies Association(ELCA) Korea
June 2024 ~ September 2024


Part-time Employee, FOODYBUDDY Eco-Friendly Food Company
June 2024 ~ Present
RESEARCH
Columbia University
​Irving Medical Center


Student Researcher
June 2023 - November 2023

Case Western Reserve University Biomedical Engineering Lab

Student Researcher
May 2022 - September 2022

The National
Research Center NY


Student Researcher
June 2022 - September 2022

Honors & Achievements
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2024


National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Academic All-American Award

Wrestling Coach's Trophy

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2023


William Franklin Sands Memorial Trophy

AP Scholar with Distinction

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2022


American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) Qualifier

Genius Olympiad Finalist (Science Category)

Dean's List (10th Grade)



Personal Projects

VARSITY SPORTS

2020 - 2024

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Varsity Soccer / Captain (Nov. '22 ~ )
Sep. '20 ~ Nov. '23


   2023 - 2024 | William Franklin Sands Memorial Trophy
   2022 - 2023 | EIL Honorable Mention
   2021 - 2022 | Most Improved Player Award

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Varsity Wrestling / Captain (Feb. '23 ~ )
Nov. '21 ~ Mar. '24

   2023 - 2024 | EIL All-league Selection
                         | Coach’s Trophy
                         | National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Academic All-American
   2022 - 2023 | Most Improved Player Award
                         | EIL All-league Selection
                         | Northern New England's Tournament (2nd Place)
                                     - In 157lb brackets competing against high school teams from MA, CT, ME, and RI
                         | Battle of the Bay Tournament (4th Place)
                                     - In 157lb brackets competing against 20+ schools in N. England and NY
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Varsity Track and Field / Member
Mar. '20 ~ May. '23


2023 | Team Competition EIL (1st Place)
          | New England Preparatory School Track Association (NEPSTA) Division III (1st Place)