Abhiram Pulijala * Shady Lane • Edison NJ, ***** • 732-***-**** • *******************@*****.***
EDUCATION
John P. Stevens High School, Edison, NJ
Expected Graduation: June 2026
EXPERIENCE
GSI (Global Sustainability Initiative)
Co-Founder & Director of Marketing/Advertising
August 2024 – Present
● Spearheaded the creation of the first city soundmaps to promote environmental awareness.
● Collaborated with organizations such as the NJ Youth Sierra Club to address community sustainability issues.
● Directed operations and coordinated volunteer activities to support environmental and community initiatives.
Telugu Fine Arts Society (TFAS)
Tech Volunteer and Designer
January 2023 – Present
● Designed digital materials and managed event technology to enhance outreach and engagement.
● Assisted in organizing cultural events and workshops to foster cultural pride and unity in the community.
● Contributed to expanding the visibility and accessibility of events, particularly during virtual gatherings.
Boy Scouts of America
Life Scout
September 2014 – Present
● Mentored younger scouts, taught essential skills like camping and first aid, and guided them through rank advancements.
● Organized troop activities and fostered teamwork, creating a supportive environment for personal growth.
● Demonstrated leadership and commitment, earning the rank of Life Scout. National Honor Society (NHS)
Volunteer Member
October 2023 – Present
● Participated in school service activities, community projects, and donation drives, contributing over 70 hours of service.
● Helped organize events and led efforts to support underserved populations. SKILLS
● Programming Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript
● Event Planning and Project Management
● Digital Design and Technical Support
● Collaboration and Team Leadership
ACHIEVEMENTS
● Presidential Volunteer Service Award (Gold) (x2): Completed 500+ hours of community service through TFAS.
● IBC Badminton Tournament: Advanced to the quarter-finals in a local professional tournament.
● Life Scout Rank: Achieved one of the highest ranks in Boy Scouts, demonstrating dedication and leadership.
● ACSL All Stars 2025: I placed in the top 27% out of ~700 competitors in the ACSL Intermediate Division with 30 points.
● Best Use of AI/ML 2nd Place @ HACKJPS 2025: 145 participants with 30 projects; I did the complete backend and did parts of the frontend, while my two partners helped with HTML, CSS design, and the slideshow for our devpost.
INTERESTS
● Coding and developing projects in Java, Python, and JavaScript.
● Playing sports such as badminton, basketball, and cricket with friends.
● Participating in video games and exploring virtual strategy challenges.
● Advocating for animal welfare and volunteering for related causes.