I am a Computer Science student at Cardiff University with a solid foundation in software systems, real-time IoT, and applied AI tools. I love contributing to engineering teams with hands-on, fast-paced development and have experience building solutions ranging from Arduino projects to Java systems and DSP tools. I am passionate about learning by doing, maintaining a growth mindset, and working well within a team to solve real-world problems. Besides my studies, I have founded a non-profit organisation, led large youth organisations, and worked on various technical projects including aerospace electronics and smart home IoT systems. I enjoy mentoring, organizing workshops, and fostering STEM, especially for underserved communities and young learners.

Eshita Agarwal

I am a Computer Science student at Cardiff University with a solid foundation in software systems, real-time IoT, and applied AI tools. I love contributing to engineering teams with hands-on, fast-paced development and have experience building solutions ranging from Arduino projects to Java systems and DSP tools. I am passionate about learning by doing, maintaining a growth mindset, and working well within a team to solve real-world problems. Besides my studies, I have founded a non-profit organisation, led large youth organisations, and worked on various technical projects including aerospace electronics and smart home IoT systems. I enjoy mentoring, organizing workshops, and fostering STEM, especially for underserved communities and young learners.

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I am a Computer Science student at Cardiff University with a solid foundation in software systems, real-time IoT, and applied AI tools. I love contributing to engineering teams with hands-on, fast-paced development and have experience building solutions ranging from Arduino projects to Java systems and DSP tools. I am passionate about learning by doing, maintaining a growth mindset, and working well within a team to solve real-world problems.

Besides my studies, I have founded a non-profit organisation, led large youth organisations, and worked on various technical projects including aerospace electronics and smart home IoT systems. I enjoy mentoring, organizing workshops, and fostering STEM, especially for underserved communities and young learners.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
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Expert
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Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder at KIDS SMILE, Non-Profit Organisation
September 1, 2021 - June 19, 2024
Founded KIDS SMILE at age 16, driving empowerment through education, sanitation, and health initiatives. Led a team of 70+ volunteers managing weekend schools, donation drives, and awareness campaigns. Collaborated with organizations such as IIMUN and AIESEC to deliver innovative workshops educating 100+ kids weekly. Launched the ESH program and coordinated hygiene drives impacting around 200 children. Initiated the 'Girls in Science' drive promoting STEM exploration through engaging hands-on activities.
President at AIESEC UK LTD
February 1, 2024 - June 19, 2024
Led AIESEC in Cardiff as Local Committee President, spearheading substantial growth. Rebuilt team structure and recruited/trained over 25 active members across diverse functions. Achieved 400% growth in project delivery and membership within one year. Implemented onboarding and leadership training programs to boost retention and performance. Awarded 'Most Improved LC in the UK' due to strategic data-driven initiatives during tenure.
Intern - Electronics System at STAR- Space Technology and Aeronautical Rocketry
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Designed and simulated a 3-stage rocket for outer space conditions using OpenRocket, gaining hands-on experience in avionics and aerospace electronics. Built a CubeSat prototype with gyroscopic sensors on a national student team and conducted antenna deployment and signal reception tests. Developed MATLAB scripts to configure and interpret transmitter data across five aerospace software platforms. Created 3D-printed satellite hardware using AutoCAD, improving technical build quality through soldering and quantum computing workshops.
Research Assistant Intern at EMindGuard project, Cardiff University
August 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Co-led a 30-participant pilot survey enhancing demographic filtering accuracy via logic-based form redesign. Reduced registration data errors by 20%, improving reliability for machine learning models. Boosted sentiment classification accuracy by 8% through feature refinement and data analysis. Ensured GDPR compliance in handling demographic data across four categories. Developed backend support and data visualization for a mental health monitoring web app.
STEM Ambassador at School of COMSC
January 1, 2023 - June 19, 2024
Delivered 10+ school workshops using Microbits, Minecraft, and Python; taught over 30 students front-end coding (HTML/CSS/JS). Represented Cardiff at science fairs and supported GCSE/A-level sessions, reaching more than 500 participants. Designed robotics activities and ran a coding club for 20 kids weekly teaching front-end development.
Business Website – Freelance Project at Self-employed
April 1, 2025 - June 19, 2024
Built and launched a responsive e-commerce website integrating Stripe payments, Google Analytics, and SEO tools, increasing online visibility by 150%. Optimized layout and mobile UX, reducing page load time by 40% and boosting conversion rate by 35% within three months. Implemented custom analytics dashboards to track customer behavior and guide data-driven design. Troubleshot performance bottlenecks and integrated caching, resulting in faster checkout and reduced bounce rate.
Smart Home IoT System (Group Project) at Student Project
February 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Built Bluetooth integration between Raspberry Pi and Arduino for over six sensors, enabling real-time data flow. Developed and tested anomaly detection in Node-RED using mock and live data, integrating with cloud dashboard. Troubleshot OpenShift pod crashes while setting up secure RTSP live stream via VPN and port-forwarding. Documented all Raspberry Pi-side code with structured README and version control. Led conflict resolution and improved team clarity, reducing redundant work by 30%.
Physics Mentor at School of Science and Engineering
October 1, 2024 - June 19, 2024
Mentored 10 students in university-led physics workshops, simplifying complex concepts to spark interest in hard sciences. Designed and delivered hands-on sessions to boost engagement in physics, progressing towards Level 4 Physics Accreditation.
CIUK Cluster Challenge (National Hackathon) Participant at CIUK Cluster Challenge
November 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Containerized GPU-based AI workloads using Docker and optimized job scheduling with SLURM, improving runtime efficiency by over 20% in simulation tasks. Executed real-time molecular dynamics and astrophysics simulations on distributed systems; balanced energy usage against performance with monitoring and profiling tools. Deployed and benchmarked HPC applications (e.g., LINPACK, OpenMPI) across multiple nodes under strict power and time constraints.
Student Member at UKSEDS - UK’s National Student Space Society
January 1, 2024 - June 19, 2024
Volunteered on diversity team innovating accessibility in the space industry for all students. Organized team for the 2025 National Space Conference in the UK (DISC).

Education

BSc Computer Science at Cardiff University
September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2027
High School Diploma at Delhi Public School, Surat
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Computers & Electronics, Government