Yunku Kang

2nd-year undergraduate Chemical Engineering student at the University of Western Australia. Comfortable and good at communication, team working, adapting to new environments, time management, and working under pressure. Involved in Engineers Without Boarder (EWB), UWAYE (UWA Young Engineers), SPE WA (Society of Petroleum Engineering WA), and Volunteering. Passionate about studying something new and applying theoretical concepts to real situations to solve real-world problems.

EWB Appropriate Technology Team Member and Coordinator

• Applied technical knowledge in areas such as engineering, construction, and technology to develop innovative solutions to reduce the evaporation rate in dams
• Worked with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and professionals (collaborating with Water Corporation) to develop comprehensive project plans and ensure the successful implementation of technical initiatives
• Managed team of 14 student engineers, fostering a positive team culture, delegating tasks, and offering constructive feedback

UWA Young Engineer Committee Member

• Project Lead UWA's largest engineering event, "Industry Analysis Night 2024", overseeing team tasks through effective delegation and facilitating regular team meetings for optimal workflow
• Contributed to "Powering the Future" event as Project Member, gaining insights into diverse decarbonization strategies. Facilitated effective team communication for tasks including marketing and company outreach
• School Outreach Team Member to educate students in primary school to high school about engineering

SPE WA Committee Member:

• Developed an independence in creating and updating digital content on social media and weekly newsletter
• Created different marketing strategies to further outreach to industry professional

TLG X UWA Honorary Committee Member:

• Demonstrating skills in financial management, budgeting, and record-keeping to support the organization's financial operations and ensure accountability
• Undertook marketing responsibilities, utilizing skills in communication and branding through social media to promote TLG's programs and initiatives

Teach Learn Grow Rural Program Tutor, TLG

• Tutored students in socio-disadvantaged rural communities. Traveled to Kalgoorlie
• Displayed strong organizational skills, creating structured lesson plans, and tracking student progress to tailor teaching strategies effectively
• Served as a mentor and role model, instilling self-confidence, motivation, emphasizing study habits, time management, and critical thinking skills

Aged Care Volunteer, Mercy Care

• Employed active listening skills to understand residents' needs, concerns, and preferences, demonstrating empathy and offering appropriate reassurance or solutions
• Practiced confidentiality and respect in all communications, safeguarding the privacy and dignity of the elderly residents

SPE WA Scholarship Award: 

• Provided my insights on the significance and duration of the energy transition

Python, Bluebeam, NavisWork, Excel, Powerpoint, Canva, Report Writing, Conflict Resolution, Project Management, Effective Communication, Time-Management