REBECCA LAM
PHONE: 952-***-**** . E-MAIL: abqopl@r.postjobfree.com
O BJECTIVE
Currently seeking software engineering internship in a technical industry that will benefit from a
detail-oriented, motivated thinker with excellent problem solving skills and experience with code
development.
E DUCATION
University of Wisconsin Madison, Madison, WI May 2013
Pursuing MS in Computer Science degree
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN May 2011
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, summa cum laude with high distinction
Bachelor of Computer Engineering with high distinction
Overall GPA of 3.93/4.00
College of Science and Engineering Dean s List 2007-2011
Coursework includes: Embedded System Design, Advanced Computer Architecture, Algorithms
and Data Structures, Introduction to Operating Systems, Introduction to Microcontrollers; In
progress: Introduction to Computer Networks, Database Management Systems
S KILLS
Languages: C, C++; some experience with Java, Python, Scheme, and SQL
Operating Systems: Windows 98\2000\XP\7, Ubuntu
Software: Microsoft Office, Eclipse, Visual Studio, PSPICE, MATLAB, SmartCVS, RapidSVN
R ELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Jun Sept 2010, Jun Aug 2011
Firmware Engineering Intern
Datacard Group, Minnetonka, MN
Increased desktop card printer throughput by 5% and measured landmarks in printing process
for Datacard SD260
Refactored code to optimize thread management and retrieval of printer settings database
Wrote code for control of platen roller, heated roller, and decurler motors for desktop card
printer
May 2008 Apr 2010
Substation Engineering Intern
Xcel Energy, Minneapolis, MN
Assisted substation engineers with calculations for studies such as the CAPX2020 Project and
Arc Flash Standards
Wrote and maintained macros used by engineers for calculations and simulations
Updated and managed system database in collaboration with substation engineers and fellow
interns
A CTIVITIES
IEEE - University of Minnesota Twin Cities Chapter, Member 2009-2011
Tau Beta Pi - Minnesota Alpha Chapter, Member 2009-2011
University Honors Student Association Mentor 2010-2011