Alex Chen
About Alex Chen
Alex Chen serves as a Leadership Development Intern at RippleMatch, where he collaborates with the Leadership Team. He has a background in computer engineering and has gained experience in market research and hardware design.
Work at RippleMatch
Alex Chen has been serving as a Leadership Development Intern at RippleMatch since 2021. In this role, he was selected from a large pool of candidates to collaborate closely with the Leadership Team. His responsibilities include assisting in the development of leadership strategies and initiatives. This internship has provided him with valuable insights into organizational leadership and team dynamics.
Education and Expertise
Alex Chen studied at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from 2018 to 2023. During his studies, he gained expertise in designing hardware using VHDL with Quartus Prime and became familiar with microcontrollers, specifically the ATMEGA328 series. This educational background has equipped him with technical skills relevant to engineering and technology.
Background in Market Research
Before his current role, Alex worked as a Market Research Co-op at the RIT Simone Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship for seven months in 2021. In this position, he focused on assessing growth and performance metrics, which contributed to the design of new growth strategies. His experience in market research has enhanced his analytical skills and understanding of business development.
Internship Experience at Lighthouse Guild
In 2018, Alex Chen completed a summer internship at Lighthouse Guild in the Greater New York City Area. During this one-month internship, he utilized various growth strategies and tools, including social media and email marketing, to increase user awareness and engagement on campus. This experience provided him with practical knowledge in marketing and outreach.