ZACHARY HAREL

Computer Science and Biology student at Northeastern University with experience in machine learning research and robotics/control theory. Looking for internships in the bioinformatics, computational biology, or general software roles.

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Education

Northeastern University | Boston, MA
BS, Computer Science and Biology
John Martison Honors Program
Sept. 2025 - May 2029 (Expected)
Half Hollow Hills High School West | Dix Hills, NY
High School Diploma
Academic Research Program Participant
Sept. 2021 - June 2025

Experience

Machine Learning Intern | EduBeyond
December 2023 - February 2024
  • Created and deployed large language model-backed systems to demonstrate to clients including the use of the ChatGPT API and Flowchat libraries
  • Developed company website features using React
Student Event Team Volunteer | FIRST Long Island
December 2023 - Present
  • Set up and managed FIRST Tech Challenge and FIRST Lego League events and ensured successful events, including the use of proprietary scoring software

Open-Source

NextFTC | Maintainer
2025 - Present | https://nextftc.dev/
  • Developed libraries used in the FIRST Tech Challenge, including for the creation of command-based robot code and control system code
RoadRunner | Contributor
2024 - Present | https://rr.brott.dev/
  • Developed localization code for FIRST Tech Challenge motion planning library, and integrated new sensors into library and quickstart code

Skills

  • Programming Languages: Python (PyTorch, NumPy), Java, Kotlin, JavaScript/TypeScript (React)
  • Technical Skills: Data Analysis, Controls, Git
  • Productivity Tools: Microsoft 365, Google Workspace

Awards

  • National Merit Scholar (2025)
  • Rensselaer Medal (2024)
  • FIRST Tech Challenge: Dean's List Semifinalist (2024)