Caroline Neilson

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location of Caroline NeilsonArlington, Virginia, United States
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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Quality Engineer | M.S. in Computer Science | B.S. in Computer Science

  • Education

    • Georgetown university graduate school of arts & sciences (gsas)

      2022 - 2024
      Master of science - ms computer science
    • Fairfield university

      2018 - 2022
      Bachelor of science - bs computer science
    • Academy of saint elizabeth

      2014 - 2018
      High school diploma
  • Experience

    • Pinks and greens

      Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
      Retail employee

      Visual Merchandising | Store MaintenanceResponsible for ensuring neat presentation of retail items. Meticulously steamed clothing, arranged displays, and maintained cleanliness throughout the store. Developed a keen eye for visual merchandising, creating an inviting and visually appealing shopping environment for customers.

    • Forest lake camp

      Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
      Camp counselor

      General Counselor | Child Care | Activity Planning | Teamwork Provided attentive care for children aged 8-16, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the camp experience. Expertly planned and executed a diverse repertoire of engaging indoor and outdoor activities, fostering teamwork and active participation. Assumed responsibility for monitoring various aspects, including punctuality, health, homesickness, friendships, and cabin cleanliness, maintaining a positive and nurturing environment for all campers. Show less

    • New horizons day camp

      Jun 2019 - Aug 2020
      Pre-k-1 head counselor

      Summer 2020 - Head Counselor (Pre-K) | Summer 2019 - Head Counselor (Kindergarten) Kindergarten & Pre-K Leadership | Activity CoordinationLed and supervised children aged 4-6 within the Pre-K-1 designation, ensuring their safety, well-being, and engagement. Collaborated with general counselors to facilitate a diverse range of indoor and outdoor activities, including computers, rocketry, art, science, and cooking. In the summer of 2019, served as the Head Counselor for Kindergarten, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment. In the summer of 2020, assumed the role of Head Counselor for Pre-K, supervising and engaging the campers in various activities. Show less

    • Fairfield university

      Jul 2020 - Sept 2020
      Undergraduate research assistant

      XML and JNLP Parsing | Research and DevelopmentEngaged in research focused on XML and JNLP file parsing. Conducted thorough investigations and developed parsers to extract and analyze data from these file formats. Gained experience in data analysis and programming, employing innovative techniques to efficiently extract meaningful information from XML and JNLP files.

    • Owl cyber defense

      Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
      Test engineer intern

      Agile Testing | Test Automation Worked in an agile environment, executing test cases and actively participating in sprint planning, executions, and retrospectives. Developed test automation solutions to streamline hardware testing processes. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration of test automation into the hardware testing workflow.

    • Fairfield university

      Sept 2021 - Jun 2022

      Course: Digital Design IMonitored and facilitated office hours, fostering an engaging environment for students to seek guidance, ask questions, and engage in meaningful discussions. Conducted thorough evaluations of assignments and exams, meticulously ensuring accurate grading before submitting grades to the professor for final review. Collaborated closely with the professor throughout the course, actively coordinating meetings and diligently upholding the integrity of students' work. Course Development | ABET Accreditation | Student Performance AnalysisAuthored and conducted in-depth research for articles on course development, adhering to ABET Accreditation protocols. Delved into various aspects of curriculum design, ensuring alignment with accreditation requirements. Analyzed student performance, categorizing it based on academic designations such as computer science, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, and more. Course: Embedded MicrocontrollersMonitored and facilitated office hours, creating a supportive environment for students to seek clarifications, ask questions, and receive guidance. Conducted thorough evaluations of students' assignments and exams, ensuring accurate grading and timely feedback. Collaborated closely with the professor throughout the course, actively coordinating meetings and maintaining the integrity of students' work. Course: Web DevelopmentFacilitated office hours to offer students a supportive platform for inquiries, discussions, and clarifications. Conducted comprehensive assessments of student assignments and exams, ensuring accurate grading and delivering results for final review by the professor. Collaborated closely with the professor throughout the course, actively coordinating meetings and safeguarding the integrity of students' work.

      • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

        Jan 2022 - Jun 2022
      • Undergraduate Research Assistant

        Jan 2022 - May 2022
      • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

        Nov 2021 - Dec 2021
      • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

        Sept 2021 - Dec 2021
    • Owl cyber defense

      Jun 2022 - now

      Quality Assurance | Test Lead | Agile Software Testing Devise comprehensive test strategies to guide the overall approach to software testing. Lead detailed test planning and execution, outlining objectives, schedules, deliverables, test environment setup, and resource allocation. Manage the team by assigning tasks, setting priorities, and monitoring progress to ensure high-quality product launches. Create test scenarios and cases that cover all functionalities and requirements, translating business requirements into effective test plans. Proficient in TCP and UDP protocols and general networking concepts. Show less 2023-2024 School Year - Part Time | Summer 2023 - Full Time | 2022-2023 School Year - Part Time | Summer 2022 - Full TimeQuality Assurance | Test Automation | Agile Software Testing | Intern Cohort LeadershipImplemented test automation to optimize software testing processes. Researched and evaluated external automated software testing solutions. Executed test cases within an agile environment, actively participating in sprint planning, executions, and retrospectives. Additionally, provided leadership and guidance to a cohort of new interns. Show less

      • Quality Engineer | Test Lead

        Feb 2024 - now
      • Engineering Intern

        Jun 2022 - Feb 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Caroline Neilson
      Dean's List Spring 2022 Dr. Andres L. Carrano Jun 2022 "This designation is awarded to undergraduate students at Fairfield University who have earned a 3.50 or higher academic average for the semester. This is particularly noteworthy in the rigorous fields of Engineering and Computer Science."Spring 2022 Academic Average:Undergraduate: 3.89Graduate: 4.00
    • Awarded to Caroline Neilson
      Programming Member of the Year Award Fairfield University Student Association May 2022 In recognition of hard work throughout the 2021 - 2022 school year with Fairfield University Student Association. Programming Coordinator for the Late Night Board
    • Awarded to Caroline Neilson
      Dean's List Fall 2021 Dr. Andres L. Carrano Feb 2022 "This designation is awarded to undergraduate students at Fairfield University who have earned a 3.50 or higher academic average for the semester. This is particularly noteworthy in the rigorous fields of Engineering and Computer Science."Fall 2021 Academic Average: Undergraduate: 3.84Graduate: 4.00
    • Awarded to Caroline Neilson
      Dean’s List Fall 2020 at Fairfield University Dr. Andres L. Carrano - Dean of Fairfield University School of Engineering Feb 2021 "This designation is awarded to undergraduate students at Fairfield University who have earned a 3.50 or higher academic average for the semester. This is particularly noteworthy in the rigorous fields of Engineering and Computer Science."
    • Awarded to Caroline Neilson
      Fairfield University School Of Engineering Dean's List - Jan 2020 "This designation is awarded to undergraduate students at Fairfield University who have earned a 3.50 or higher academic average for the semester. This is particularly noteworthy in the rigorous fields of Engineering and Computer Science."
    • Awarded to Caroline Neilson
      Women in STEM Living and Learning Community Student of the Year. - Apr 2019 Recognition for amazing engagement in the WiSTEM community throughout the 2018-2019 school year.
    • Awarded to Caroline Neilson
      Panther Pride Award - Jun 2018 Awarded to one senior, parent, and teacher each year who exhibits spirit, encouragement, and determination.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Fairfield on Fire on Oct 2021
      Fairfield on FireAssociated with Caroline Neilson
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Society of Women Engineers Fairfield University on Nov 2020
      Society of Women Engineers Fairfield UniversityAssociated with Caroline Neilson
    • Fundraiser

      Issued by The ALS Association Greater New York Chapter on Jul 2020
      The ALS Association Greater New York ChapterAssociated with Caroline Neilson
    • Student Volunteer

      Issued by EPOCH (Educational Program of Children Handicapped) on Sept 2015
      EPOCH (Educational Program of Children Handicapped)Associated with Caroline Neilson
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Dartmouth Ski Way Special Olympics on Jan 2016
      Dartmouth Ski Way Special OlympicsAssociated with Caroline Neilson
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Lake Placid Iron Man on Jul 2016
      Lake Placid Iron ManAssociated with Caroline Neilson