Mohammed Arham Rafi
Aspiring Computer Scientist
🌍 Global Perspective
Born in India, raised across Singapore and the UAE. IB student from Dubai bringing international experience to technology and innovation.
💼 Professional Experience
Completed internships at Amazon working with AI and Tech Teams. Founded multiple student organizations and developed real-world solutions.
🚀 Innovation Focus
Created projects like EcoHub (waste management), SubTracc (school systems), and various AI applications. Winner of Dubai Science Fair's Best Technical Project.
🎯 Academic Goals
Applying to top universities for Computer Science & Engineering. Passionate about AI, machine learning, and using technology for positive social impact.
🏆 Leadership & Sports
International karate champion, cricket team captain, MUN co-head. Founded Law Club and Computer Science Club. Active in community service and mentorship.
About
Passionate IB student with a strong focus on Computer Science, Engineering, and innovative research
IB Student & Aspiring Computer Scientist
Dedicated IB student applying for Computer Science & Engineering programs, with extensive experience in research, machine learning, and leadership roles. Passionate about creating innovative solutions that make a global impact.
IB Diploma Journey
The IB Diploma Programme, alongside my MYP journey, has shaped me into a holistic learner. It has challenged me to think critically, manage time under pressure, and balance academics with extracurriculars. Through CAS, I explored leadership, creativity, and community engagement.
Academic Subjects
I take Mathematics AA HL, Computer Science HL, and English HL, along with Physics SL, Economics SL, and Spanish Ab Initio. These subjects have strengthened both my analytical and creative skills while allowing me to explore global perspectives.
Computer Science Focus
I love building applications and solving challenging problems. Programming feels like tackling a puzzle—moments of frustration followed by breakthroughs of clarity. Some of my best experiences have been working through complex algorithms and system designs.
Professional Experience
Interning at Amazon gave me exposure to corporate workflows and large-scale problem-solving. At Premier Genie, I worked closely with students and mentors to design tech-based solutions, learning both technical depth and collaboration skills.
Research Passion
Research is one of my greatest passions. I enjoy the process of asking questions, designing experiments, and seeing polished papers emerge. My research spans AI, machine learning, and interdisciplinary applications in fields like law and sustainability.
Leadership Philosophy
Leadership is about uplifting everyone around me. My goal has always been to radiate positivity and be a role model for peers through MUN, Law Club, and mentoring initiatives. True leadership means empowering others to succeed.
Get In Touch
For direct inquiries: arhamrafi2902@gmail.com. You can also find more details in the Contact section below. I'm always open to discussing research opportunities, collaborations, or academic projects.
Future Goals
Currently a university applicant excited to begin the next chapter of my academic journey. I look forward to engaging in rigorous research, collaborative coding projects, and innovative learning experiences at university level.
Skills
Technical expertise and leadership capabilities developed through academic and practical experience
Achievements
Key accomplishments and milestones in my academic and professional journey
Major Projects
Research Papers
Internships
Leadership Roles
Projects
Interactive portfolio showcasing innovative web applications and educational platforms
RAFITZ - Asteroid Defender
An educational game using real NASA NEO data to teach kids about asteroids and planetary defense.
EcoHub Life
A gamified platform and community hub promoting sustainable living, developed in collaboration with an NGO.
EdRizz - SAT & University Prep
An interactive platform designed to help students improve their SAT scores and learn essential university preparation tips.
VerseJourney
A platform redefining short stories through dynamic, gamified, and immersive narrative experiences.
AstroQuest
An interactive astrology exploration app built to understand the cultural and historical science behind celestial beliefs.
SubTracc - School Substitution Management
A comprehensive web-based platform that streamlines school substitution management, featuring approval workflows, substitute teacher suggestions, and analytics.
Summers
Summer programs, research opportunities, and specialized training
Internships
Professional work experience and industry exposure
Premier Genie
Engaged with tech projects and student mentorship, applying programming skills to real-world educational tools.
Research & Academics
Research projects and innovative technological solutions
Extended Essay: LLM Translation
Comprehensive research project exploring Large Language Model applications in translation tasks. *Exists but hidden due to IB's strict "no sharing" policy - apparently they're more protective of student work than the CIA is of classified documents! 🤫
AI Legal Summarization
Advanced AI system for legal document analysis and summarization using natural language processing. *Also exists but locked away in the IB vault - think Fort Knox, but for teenage research papers! 📚🔒
Sports
Athletic achievements and competitive sports participation across multiple disciplines
Table Tennis
Played at school and community level, fostering agility, quick decision-making, and consistency.
Cricket
Played at club level in India and became captain of the primary boys cricket team at Emirates International School Meadows. Won the Player of the Year award.
Swimming
Singapore Swimming Proficiency Award (SSPA) Gold certified. An initiative by the Singapore Swimming Association providing progression after the SwimSafer program.
Community
Leadership roles and community service initiatives
Founder, GIS Law Club
Founded the first student-led Law Club at my school to provide a platform for legal literacy and debate. Curated interactive lessons for 20+ students.
Co-Founder: Tutors for Gems International School
Established a school-wide academic support program for peer-to-peer tutoring. The initiative has grown to have 30 active tutors and 100s of students.
Student Researcher: Karawani & Co - Law Firm
Conducted research on summarizing lengthy legal documents by fine-tuning popular text-to-text machine learning models and curating custom datasets.
Co-Head of Model United Nations, GIS
Mentored junior delegates; led training workshops on global affairs, research, and debate; organized the first GIS MUN Conference with 100+ Students.
Student Researcher for School's Space Lab Opening
Designed a prototype of a Mars rover; then represented my school in discussions about space with astronauts Nora AlMatrooshi and Mohammad AlMulla.
App Dev– Schools Substitute Management System
Created a substitution system app to streamline teacher absences and replacements in schools. Deployed it school-wide for all teachers to use.
Founder - Computer Science Club
Founded the Computer Science Club at my school where we taught students computational thinking and languages. Hosted school-wide hackathons.
Content Creation
Managed a social media channel on travel and edits. Also created content focused on gaming and story-telling.
Contact
For inquiries, collaborations, or academic discussions, feel free to reach out through any of these channels.
Location
Dubai, UAE
Available for opportunitiesLet's Connect!
I'm always open to discussing research opportunities, collaborations, internships, or academic projects. Whether you're interested in my work or have exciting opportunities to share, I'd love to hear from you.