Shalika Neelaveni
About Shalika Neelaveni
Shalika Neelaveni is a Mechanical Engineering Intern with a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, where she has also worked as an Undergraduate Student Researcher. She has experience in mechanical design for NASA's Pandora Project and has held leadership roles in robotics competitions.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Shalika Neelaveni is currently employed as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. She began this position in 2023 and has been working on-site in Livermore, California. In this role, she is involved in various engineering projects that contribute to the laboratory's research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Shalika Neelaveni is pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania, where she has been studying since 2020. She is expected to graduate in 2024. Prior to this, she completed the Academy of Science Magnet Program at the Academies of Loudoun from 2016 to 2020 and attended Briar Woods High School during the same period.
Background
Shalika Neelaveni has a diverse educational background that includes significant involvement in research and engineering projects. She worked as a Student Researcher in an international research collaboration focused on polymers from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she served as the president of a FIRST Robotics Competition team, demonstrating her leadership skills in engineering contexts.
Research Experience
Since 2021, Shalika Neelaveni has been an Undergraduate Student Researcher at the Turner Research Group at the University of Pennsylvania. In this capacity, she has engaged in research that aligns with her interests in mechanical and materials engineering. Her previous experience also includes a Summer Research Internship at The National Institutes of Health in 2018.
Tutoring and Mentorship
Shalika Neelaveni has been working as an Academic Tutor at C2 Educational Centers since 2017. In this role, she provides academic support to students, helping them improve their understanding of various subjects. This experience reflects her commitment to education and mentorship.