Raizel Nathalie D Silva
I am a sophomore Bachelor's of Science in Architecture [Major] & Environmental Design [ Minor], Honours College student at the State University of New York at Buffalo, bringing a strong academic foundation with 3.5+ GPA in the 1st Year, A Honours college Peer - Mentor Co-ordinator, Architecture Student Representative, Peer Note taker for the END 120 Arch classes, A member at American Institute of Architecture Students, A merit Holder in CBSE Examinations, possessing practical experience gained through internships at reputable firms, I eager to launch a career as a Licensed Architect. I am seeking Architecture Intern position in a reputed organization to gain skills and knowledge and at the same time to leverage my proficiency in Auto CAD, Rhinoceros 3D and Adobe Creative Suite contributing to professional projects while expanding my practical skills and industry knowledge.
- Communicated student needs and concerns between the chair and the director of curriculum for different aspects of architecture school and ways to improve different facilities and needs in the school. Helped improve and implement better resources in the school of architecture.
- Took notes for students with accessibility and disability issues.
- END 120LEC
- I work as a cashier and a team member for campus dining and shops on campus. This work has taught me teamwork and understand work environments under pressure.
- I guide incoming Honors Architecture students on how to navigate being in the honour's college and help them settle into the new learning atmosphere that architecture has to offer to new incoming students.
- Completed three-week internship specializing in construction and design management. Strengthened technical drafting skills using AutoCAD and Rhinoceros 3D.
- Assisted in preparing architectural drawings under the guidance of experienced project architects.
- Gained practical experience to work within multidisciplinary teams, enhancing team work and adaptability.
- Interaction with the team workforce helped me to improve communication skills by allowing me to observe in project management discussions and design reviews.
- Gained insight into balancing aesthetics, functionality, and cost in architectural design. Developed problem-solving abilities through real-world design and construction challenges. Deepen understanding of the integration between design and construction management.
- Reinforced aspiration to become a licensed architect, with a focus on urban architectural development
Collaboration on an interdisciplinary team to conceptualize and plan a physical model demonstrating sustainable design and green living practices. Analize modern architectural approaches to energy efficiency to blueprint environmentally conscious construction and methods prior to the physical build phase.
Designing a river front project reconnecting the city with the dramatic Genesse River gorge.
- Recipient of Academic Enrichment Fund
- UB flagship scholarship
- Throughout the semesters, I have gathered skills from extensive studio work which helped me understand fundamentals and core architectural design aspects. My software skills range from AutoCad, Rhinoceros, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop and my GPA is 3.5 for my first year.
- Throughout my time at Carmel School Kuwait, I was given the role to be the minister for one of the four major cliques of my school which held about 1,000 students. I was in charge to train several of them for music, sports, arts and culture. I also hold several school level merit sports and arts related certifications.