Rachel Song is a passionate student exploring how engineering, business, and social systems can drive equity-centered change. At UMass Lowell’s Francis College of Engineering, I have developed embedded systems for real-world environmental challenges and now support daily technical, management, and outreach operations as the only returning RAMP intern. My work blends technical design with human insight, rooted in faith, service, and community leadership.
Education
- Chelmsfold High School | Class of 2026
- Business & Finance Career Pathway
- AP coursework in English, Statistics, Comp-sci, etc. (8 APs)
Skills & Honors
- Technical: Python, Raspberry Pi, Arch Linux ARM, Canva, Microsoft Office, Instagram
Languages: Fluent Mandarin & English, Conversational Cantonese & Spanish
Certifications: ABRSM Piano (Grade 8), Music Theory (Grade 6), Microsoft Office Specialist
Awards: Seal of Biliteracy with Distinction (Mandarin), RYLA Delegate, BLI Cohort Alum
Research & Technical Experience
RAMP Intern – UMass Lowell | Summer 2025
- Sole intern selected to continue in 2025 after student research role
- Supported programming across technical setup, student onboarding, and mentorship
- Advanced the mission of EHAWKS by working closely with Prof. Often to guide students in creating detailed plans for bringing EHAWKS initiatives back to their high schools
- Documented the program daily through reports and professional photography
- Contributed to daily operations, publicity, and long-term planning
Student Researcher – RAMP Program – UMass Lowell | Summer 2024
- Designed and tested PM2.5 air quality sensor using Adafruit microcontroller with like minded peers – Built Python-based data pipeline with real-time dashboard and EPA benchmarking
- Co-founded EHAWKS (Engineering for Human Advancement, Well-being, and Knowledge for Success) to expand the program’s reach into high schools
- Gained insight into the engineering field through research, networking, and collaboration, including five weeks working with Azenta Life Sciences.
Faith & Service
Youth Group Leader, Organist, Altar Server, Volunteer – St. James the Greater Church
- Narrated Mandarin voiceover for Pope Francis-endorsed global documentary guided by Fr. Jesús Folgado.: Diego de Pantoja, S.J.: A Bridge Between China and the West.
- Leads youth group for 30+ teens; organizes retreats,pilgrimages, fundraisers, and workshops
- Performs Organ with church choir for bilingual Masses; altar server at English Mass
- Coordinates donation drives and services for elderly and unhoused communities
Boston College Catholic Youth Leader
RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) – District 7910
Leadership & School Involvement
Co-Founder & Chair – EHAWKS (Engineering for Human Advancement, Well-being, and Knowledge for Success)
- Founder & President – STEMsters Chelmsford
- VP of Membership – DECA
President – Women in STEM Club
Executive Board– Melting Pot Cultural Club & Cultural Council
Class of 2026 Representative
Varsity Field Hockey Team Manager
Freshman Mentor | Model UN | Peer Tutoring | Tri-M Music Honor Society | Girls Who Code | Rotary Interact