Hi there! I'm an AI-driven software engineer intern based in Chigwell, Essex, United Kingdom, with hands-on experience in building innovative, user-focused web applications and integrating AI features. I enjoy collaborating in agile teams to ship practical solutions that make a real impact. I am highly dedicated, detail-oriented, and curious, with a passion for coding and continuously expanding my technical expertise to deliver reliable, scalable software solutions. I am committed to learning, prototyping, and delivering adaptable software solutions that solve real-world problems.

Rafue Karim Islam

Hi there! I'm an AI-driven software engineer intern based in Chigwell, Essex, United Kingdom, with hands-on experience in building innovative, user-focused web applications and integrating AI features. I enjoy collaborating in agile teams to ship practical solutions that make a real impact. I am highly dedicated, detail-oriented, and curious, with a passion for coding and continuously expanding my technical expertise to deliver reliable, scalable software solutions. I am committed to learning, prototyping, and delivering adaptable software solutions that solve real-world problems.

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Hi there! I’m an AI-driven software engineer intern based in Chigwell, Essex, United Kingdom, with hands-on experience in building innovative, user-focused web applications and integrating AI features. I enjoy collaborating in agile teams to ship practical solutions that make a real impact.

I am highly dedicated, detail-oriented, and curious, with a passion for coding and continuously expanding my technical expertise to deliver reliable, scalable software solutions. I am committed to learning, prototyping, and delivering adaptable software solutions that solve real-world problems.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

IT Support Engineer at MAP TEC IT
February 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Maintained over 250 client devices with Bitdefender Gravity Zone, ensuring security and compliance. Managed updates, virus definitions, and software licensing.
AI-Powered Interview Coach at University Team Project
September 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Developed an AI-powered interview feedback app with adaptive, role-specific guidance and questions. Implemented VADER sentiment analysis with 95% accuracy and Azure Text-To-Speech.
Sleeping AI Bedtime Story Web App (Team Project) at University Team Project
September 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Built an AI-powered bedtime story web app with authentication, story generation, audio playback, personal story library, and community sharing.
Gaming Tournament Management System Developer at University Project
June 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Developed a web app using React to allow university students and users to search for, register, and manage gaming tournaments.
AI-Driven Software Engineer Intern at Risidio
December 1, 2025 - Present
Maintained over 250 client devices using Bit Defender Gravity Zone, ensuring strong security and compliance. Managed updates, virus definitions, and software licensing across multiple client systems.
IT Support / Technical Support
November 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Produced promotional materials and explainers using Canva; handled help desk tickets, emails, and client calls, providing effective technical support; developed practical IT, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, and time management skills.
Group Project: Gaming Tournament Management System at University Group Project
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Developed a web application using React, Next.js, Leaflet, and Firebase enabling university students to search for, register, and manage gaming tournaments.
Group Project: AI-Powered Interview Coach at University Group Project
July 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Delivered an AI-powered interview feedback app with adaptive, role-specific guidance and question generation using VADER sentiment analysis.
Group Project: Sleeping AI Web Application at University Group Project
July 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Built an AI-powered bedtime story web app with authentication, story generation, audio playback, personal story library, and community sharing.
IT Support Engineer at Risidio
November 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Produced promotional materials and explainer videos using Canva. Handled help desk tickets, emails, and client calls, providing effective technical support. Developed practical IT, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, and time-management skills.
IT Support Engineer at MAP TEC IT
November 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Maintained over 250 client devices using Bitdefender GravityZone; ensured strong security and compliance. Managed updates, virus definitions, and software licensing across multiple client systems.
AI-Powered Interview Coach (Dissertation Project) at University Project
July 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Delivered an AI-powered interview coaching web app prototype, built with React, Next.js, Firebase, Google Gemini API, and Azure. Implemented adaptive question generation, authentication, and data modeling. Integrated sentiment analysis (VADER) with high accuracy and text-to-speech.
Gaming Tournament Web App Developer (Group Project) at Group Project
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Developed a React-based web app enabling university students to search for, register, and manage gaming tournaments. Used Next.js, React, Leaflet, and Firebase; designed responsive UI and implemented tournament management features.
AI-Powered Restaurant Reviewer (Group Project) at Group Project
July 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Designed an AI-powered restaurant web app to provide AI-generated reviews of restaurants across locations. Built with Next.js, React, CSS (Casading Styles), and Google Gemini API; included authentication and data modeling.

Education

BSc (Hons) Computer Science at Solent University
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
BTEC Level 3 IT Diploma – Merit – Pass at New City College Redbridge Campus
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
BSc (Hons) Computer Science at Solent University
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
BTEC Level 3 IT Diploma – Merit – Pass at New City College Redbridge Campus
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
BSc (Hons) Computer Science at Solent University
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year at Solent University
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year at Solent University
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025

Qualifications

Full-Stack Web Development Certification – Udemy
January 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Full-Stack Web Development Certification - Udemy
July 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Full-Stack Web Development Certification - Udemy
January 1, 2024 - January 18, 2026
Data Privacy, Informed Consent, Research Ethics, Participant Recruitment, Ethical Compliance
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Other, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Gaming