Young Kim
About Young Kim
Young Kim serves as the President of Cornell App Development, a position he has held since 2018. He has a background in computer science, with a Master of Engineering from Cornell University and experience as a software engineer and intern at various tech companies.
Current Role at Cornell App Development (AppDev)
Young Kim serves as the President of Cornell App Development (AppDev) since 2018. In this role, he oversees various projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing the app development skills of students at Cornell University. His leadership contributes to the organization's mission of providing hands-on experience in software development and fostering a collaborative environment for aspiring developers.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Young Kim has a diverse background in software engineering. He worked as a backend developer at Cornell App Development (AppDev) from 2017 to 2018, where he contributed to various projects. His experience also includes a role as a software engineer consultant at Quickframe for nine months in 2017, and internships at Facebook in 2018 and 2019, where he gained valuable insights into software development practices.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Young Kim studied Computer Science at Cornell University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree from 2016 to 2019 and a Master of Engineering (MEng) in 2020. His education provided him with a solid foundation in software engineering principles and practices, equipping him with the skills necessary for his subsequent roles in the tech industry.
Early Career and Internships
Before his extensive experience in software engineering, Young Kim began his career as a summer analyst at Morgan Stanley in 2016. He also completed internships at Quickframe and Facebook, where he developed practical skills in software development and gained exposure to the tech industry. These early experiences laid the groundwork for his future roles in software engineering.
High School Education
Young Kim attended Stuyvesant High School from 2012 to 2016, where he focused on Computer Science. His high school education played a significant role in shaping his interest in technology and software development, leading him to pursue further studies in the field at Cornell University.