Research Assistant

Neha Varadabandi

309-***-**** • Frisco, TX • ****************@*****.*** • Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/neha-varadabandi EDUCATION

Northeastern University 2024-Present

● Coursework: Introduction to Marketing, Calculus for Business and Economics, First-Year Writing, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Financial Management, Principles to Microeconomics, Business Statistics, Race, Ethnicity, and Health in the United States

Extracurriculars: Women’s Interdisciplinary Entrepreneurship Society Outreach Coordinator (WISE), Northeastern University’s Marketing Association (NUMA) Marketing Manager Normal Community High School 2020-2021

● Honors & Awards: FBLA (Future Business Leader of America) National Qualifier Rock Hill High School 2022-2024

● Coursework: AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Environmental Science, AP Human Geography, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP World History, Prosper Career Independent Study

● Honors & Awards: National Honors Society Psychology National Honors Society DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) National Qualifier DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) State Qualifier AP Scholar with Distinction Seal of Biliteracy PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Northeastern University

Business & Finance Research Assistant Boston, MA Jan 2025 – Present

● Track the money behind big projects and deals—who pays, who benefits, and how funds move.

● Turn financial reports and market data into clear spreadsheets that show trends, risks, and growth areas.

● Build simple charts and network maps that explain how investors, companies, and advisors connect.

● Write short briefs and slide decks so non-experts can quickly grasp the numbers and key takeaways.

● Mix interviews, basic stats, and market analysis to give practical advice on investment strategy and budgeting. Barbieri Law Firm May 2024 - July 2024

Law Firm Intern Plano, TX

● Advised and aided Senior Trial Attorneys in examining body cam footage and compiling notes to help their cases

● Drafted and distributed letters to those who were facing a DUI or DWI charge

● Created infographics on several criminal law-related subjects to be posted on the company's official website and Instagram page

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) INC.May 2024 DECA Nationals Competitor Anaheim, CA

● Competed against 23,000 high school students to be able to advance to nationals in the career development project

● Attended nationals in Anaheim, CA and was able to attend various workshops and meet individuals also interested in the field of business.

She’s The First October 2023 - May 2024

Co-founder - Passion Project Dallas, TX

● Co-founded a program called She's The First that gives high school girls from impoverished backgrounds in India the chance to learn more about careers in business such as marketing, finance, management, and entrepreneurship

● Regularly hosted workshops and activities through google meets about various careers in business Focused on Finance September 2022 - May 2023

Co-founder - Passion Project Dallas, TX

● Established a project called Focused on Finance (FOF), which is directed towards educating refugees about financial topics such as budgeting, banking, living, retirement, college, and career exploration

● Hosted in person and online workshops for refugees in the local community and abroad (Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Iran)

● Raised over $1000 to donate to refugee organizations in the DFW area through a Go Fund Me SKILLS

Canva Google Suite Excel Verbal and communication skills Problem-solving abilities Time Management Creative

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