Lal Pek Kim (Cherry)

Experience

Teacher Assistant for CSCI

Aug. 2025 - Now

University of Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN

  • Provided technical support for courses in Data Structures, Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming, and Introduction to Programming, reinforcing core concepts such as arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, recursion, and class-based design.
  • Assisted students with debugging, algorithmic problem-solving, and improving code correctness, efficiency, and readability across multiple programming assignments.
  • Reviewed and evaluated student code, delivering targeted technical feedback and collaborating with instructors to align support with course learning objectives.

Engineer Intern

June. 2025 - Aug. 2025

Yamaha Marine Precision Propeller

Greenfield, IN

  • Conducted detailed time studies across manufacturing processes to evaluate workflow efficiency, performance consistency, and operational variation within production systems which provide parts for Yamaha Marine products manufactured globally.
  • Analyzed validated process timing and material usage data for propeller production, supporting updates to standard production times in SAP for operations tied to facilities producing 100,000+ stainless-steel marine propellers annually.
  • Documented findings and collaborated with engineers and production staff to update and analyze process timing datasets, enabling evaluation of performance changes following the introduction of robotic automation on previously labor-intensive processes.

Director of Communications

Aug. 2023 - May. 2024

International Student Association (Orange Coast College)

Costa Mesa, CA

  • Led the organization's communication strategy by planning, coordinating, and executing outreach across multiple platforms to support organizational goals.
  • Managed messaging and external communications to clearly convey the association's mission, initiatives, and events to a diverse audience.

Café Associate

Sept. 2024 - April. 2025

Sam's Club Café

Greenwood, IN

  • Prepared food and processed orders efficiently during high-volume shifts, maintaining quality standards and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed point-of-sale systems and handled cash transactions with attention to accuracy and security.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet operational goals and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Student Assistant / Help Desk

Oct. 2022 - May. 2024

Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, CA

  • Provided technology support and resource coordination for a campus community of approximately 16,000 students.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting technical issues and implementing new technologies to improve service delivery.
  • Maintained a collaborative work environment to achieve task completion efficiently while supporting team morale.