1. Mahruza Choudhury
Paterson, New Jersey 07502
862-279-8730
mahruzac@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - New Brunswick, NJ
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Engineering Expected Graduation: Dec 2017
Major: Biomedical Engineering
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
American Chemical Society - Mahwah,NJ
Research Assistant June -Aug 2012
● Supervised by Ramapo University Professor, Sandra Suarez
● Cloned Gorilla cells in order to better understand their immune system
● Awarded the Second Place recognition after conducting a research option
● Gained experience and knowledge on the polymerase chain reaction and the process of gel electrophoresis
WORK EXPERIENCE
Marshalls Department Store - Totowa,NJ
Sales Associate Fall 2014
● Maintained a positive atmosphere for customers visiting location
● Implemented teamwork with fellow employees as well as leading by example
● Sustained an efficient environment amongst employees
● Ensured the quality of our products and service to our customers is never inconsistent
● Ensured a clean and healthy environment for all
Kohl’s - Woodland Park, NJ
Sales Associate
 Managed work flow
 Communicated with coworkers to maximize work efficiency
 Created a customer friendly work environment
 Communicated with customers providing excellent customer care
 Consistently demonstrated proper work ethic
ACTIVITIES AND LEADERSHIP ROLES
Society ofWomen Engineers - New Brunswick,NJ
Active Member/Committee Member of External Vice President Committee Spring 2015
● Involved in organization, management, and maintenance of SWE professional events
● Attended workshops utilizing social and networking skills
Muslim Student Association ofRutgers University (RUMSA) - NewBrunswick,NJ
Committee Head Sept – May 2014-2015
● Created a customer base through marketing that helped raise funds for up to $10,000
● Led multiple lectures throughout fund raising events capturing the minds of over dozens of listeners
● Increased ability to speak proficiently and respectfully among peers and large audiences
● Effectively delegated jobs to team members and efficiently finished assigned projects pertaining to community
awareness given by the group leader
Bangladeshi American Youth Association (BAYA) - Paterson,NJ
Volunteer/Spokesperson Sept-May 2009-2011
● Took lead for raising funds for students’ community building, raising $20,000
● Conducted speeches that inspired young students to aim for a higher education in the community
SKILLS
● Experienced in lab equipment
● Excellent communication and leadership skills
● Proficient in MATLAB,Microsoft Word, PowerPoint