2-paragraph first-personHi! I’m Rachel, a Cognitive Science student specializing in Design and Interaction with a strong interest in UX design, emerging technology, and human-centered problem solving. I enjoy turning complex ideas into intuitive and accessible experiences through research, interaction design, and thoughtful storytelling. My work often focuses on improving clarity, usability, and engagement across digital products and interfaces. Outside of design, I love exploring creative projects, learning new tools, and collaborating with people who are passionate about building meaningful experiences. I’m always excited to grow as both a designer and problem solver while contributing to projects that make technology feel more approachable and impactful. bio, friendly tone

Rachel Lok Ching Lo San Diego

2-paragraph first-personHi! I’m Rachel, a Cognitive Science student specializing in Design and Interaction with a strong interest in UX design, emerging technology, and human-centered problem solving. I enjoy turning complex ideas into intuitive and accessible experiences through research, interaction design, and thoughtful storytelling. My work often focuses on improving clarity, usability, and engagement across digital products and interfaces. Outside of design, I love exploring creative projects, learning new tools, and collaborating with people who are passionate about building meaningful experiences. I’m always excited to grow as both a designer and problem solver while contributing to projects that make technology feel more approachable and impactful. bio, friendly tone

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2-paragraph first-personHi! I’m Rachel, a Cognitive Science student specializing in Design and Interaction with a strong interest in UX design, emerging technology, and human-centered problem solving. I enjoy turning complex ideas into intuitive and accessible experiences through research, interaction design, and thoughtful storytelling. My work often focuses on improving clarity, usability, and engagement across digital products and interfaces.

Outside of design, I love exploring creative projects, learning new tools, and collaborating with people who are passionate about building meaningful experiences. I’m always excited to grow as both a designer and problem solver while contributing to projects that make technology feel more approachable and impactful. bio, friendly tone

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Work Experience

UI/UX Design Intern at PullScription
June 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Led end-to-end product design, translating research insights into product flows that improved comprehension by 35-55%. Designed responsive web and mobile experiences in Figma and built interactive prototypes to evaluate user behavior, increasing product discoverability by 2x. Facilitated cross-functional reviews with product managers and engineers to ensure consistent implementation.
UI/UX Design Intern at ADG Tech
September 1, 2025 - Present
Led end-to-end product design, translating research insights into product flows that improved comprehension by 35-55%. Designed responsive web and mobile experiences in Figma and built interactive prototypes to evaluate user behavior, increasing product discoverability by 2x. Facilitated cross-functional reviews with product managers and engineers to ensure consistent implementation.
Product Design Intern at BRGEnergies
April 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Improved core product workflows, increasing task completion by 30% and reducing design iteration cycles by 40% through iterative design and rapid prototype testing. Balanced user needs, business goals, and technical constraints in collaboration with product managers and engineers to prioritize feasible product solutions.
Product Designer at Sierra Club
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Restructured information architecture and engagement paths, increasing task completion by 40% by simplifying user flows and navigation.
Marketing Director at Hong Kong Student Union (HKSU)
July 1, 2024 - Present
Led digital campaign design reaching 90K+ users, increasing engagement by 20%. Coordinated cross-functional production of design assets across digital and physical channels.
UI/UX Design Intern at ACM Design
September 1, 2025 - Present
Led end-to-end UX design projects and mentored peers; guided students to ship end-to-end case studies, enabling each mentee to complete a portfolio-ready UX project.
Product Marketing & UX Design Intern at ADG Tech
September 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Translated research insights into product flows that improved user comprehension by 35–55%; designed responsive web and mobile experiences in Figma with interactive prototype testing to evaluate user behavior, increasing product discoverability by 2×.
Nonprofit Engagement Designer (UX) at Sierra Club
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Restructured information architecture and engagement pathways, increasing task completion by 40% by simplifying user journeys; improved discovery across key pages.
Product Designer at BallotBud
June 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Led end-to-end product design translating complex policy information into accessible user experiences, reducing navigation confusion by 50% and increasing user confidence by 90%.

Education

B.S. in Cognitive Science (Design & Interaction specialization) at University of California San Diego
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2026
B.S. in Cognitive Science - Specialization in Design and Interaction at University of California San Diego
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2026
Minor: Computer Science at University of California San Diego
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services