Ayesha Rahaman

Available to hire

Work Experience

Research Assistant at University of Waterloo
April 30, 2024 - September 29, 2025
Just Transitions: Learning with the Front Lines Project; assisted in coordinating logistics for the grant project, including managing travel, visa arrangements, accommodations, and maintaining ongoing communication with partners in Bogotá, Colombia; Phoenix, Arizona; and other locations.
Teaching Assistant at University of Waterloo
December 1, 2023 - April 30, 2025
Supported courses in Environmental Studies, Data and Society, and Statistics by grading assignments, leading tutorials, and facilitating discussions. Proctored exams, conducted tutorials, prepared weekly quizzes, graded assignments, and contributed to the overall course delivery and student engagement.
Junior Architect at RMJM FZ-LLC
July 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Collaborated with architects on conceptual, schematic, and detailed design stages; produced scaled drawings using Revit (BIM 360) and AutoCAD; participated in internal and client meetings; maintained project correspondence. Contributed to RFP development and supported the preparation of technical and commercial proposals; collaborated with marketing and graphic design teams to enhance presentations.
Architectural Intern at RMJM FZ-LLC
July 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023
Supported architectural design development through kiosk concepts, floor plans, layout options, facade design, and physical model-making; utilized AutoCAD for drawing organization; gained proficiency in Rhino, InDesign, and Revit (BIM 360).
Architectural Intern at Al-Mizan Property Developers LLC
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Gained exposure to architectural concepts and documentation across development projects; assisted with design studies, drawings, and presentations.
Architectural Intern at ANID Turnkey Projects Contracting LLC
June 30, 2019 - July 30, 2019
Assisted in kiosk concepts, floor plans, and layout options; supported project documentation and coordination.
Research Assistant at Just Transitions: Learning with the Front Lines Project
May 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Assisted in coordinating logistics for the grant project, including managing travel, visa arrangements, accommodations, and maintaining ongoing communication with partners in Bogotá, Colombia; Phoenix, Arizona; and other locations.
Junior Architect at RMJM FZ -LLC, Dubai
July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Collaborated with architects on conceptual, schematic, and detailed design stages, producing scaled drawings using Revit (BIM 360) and AutoCAD; participated in internal and client meetings and maintained project correspondence. Contributed to RFP development and supported the preparation of technical and commercial proposals; occasionally worked with marketing and graphic design teams to enhance project presentations.
Architectural Intern at RMJM FZ -LLC, Dubai
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Supported architectural design development through kiosk concepts, floor plans, layout options, facade design, and physical model-making; utilized AutoCAD for drawing organization and contributed to architectural studies and reports.

Education

Master of Environmental Studies, Sustainability Management at University of Waterloo
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Architecture at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Master's in Environmental Studies, Sustainability Management at University of Waterloo
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Architecture at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Training
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Training
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
SDSN Canada’s Youth Leadership Certificate for the SDGs program
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
Design Thinking for Innovation
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
International Design Studio: India - Dubai - Korean Urban Design Workshop
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Training
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Training
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
SDSN Canada’s Youth Leadership Certificate for the SDGs program
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Design Thinking for Innovation (University of Virginia)
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
International Design Studio: India - Dubai - Korean Urban Design Workshop
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Other, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment