Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Timeline
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
INTERESTS
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DANISH MOHAMMED NALAGATHA VALAPPIL

Vancouver,Canada

Summary

Second-year International Economics student at the University of British Columbia with strong interest in financial markets, banking operations, and global economic systems. Experienced in leadership, communication, and structured problem-solving through internships, project work, and student-led initiatives. Skilled in analytical thinking, teamwork, and system design, with exposure to corporate governance through an internship with the board of an oil and gas engineering company.

Work History

Intern

Technomak Engineering Group
  • Attended strategic meetings with the Board of Directors, gaining insight into investment decisions, project financing, and large-scale offshore engineering operations.
  • Collaborated with team members on project requirements and design specifications.
  • Engaged in daily stand-up meetings, fostering communication across cross-functional teams.
  • Observed and analyzed processes in oil extraction and project management, developing an understanding of how global market conditions affect industrial operations.

HYLC Participant

Harvard Youth Leadership & Change (HYLC) Program
  • A leadership and communication program offering hands-on experience with Harvard mentors to develop collaboration, public speaking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Led a small student group during the HYLC to design “Drug Bust,” a prototype addressing teen drug use through behavioral awareness systems.
  • Worked with a team to define project requirements and design specifications, and independently built a Canva presentation that I later presented to an audience of 200+ people in a stock-pitch format.

After-school Tutor

Educonnect
  • Completed 25+ hours of after-school tutoring, supporting students in improving their English and basic mathematics skills.
  • Assisted students with homework, revision, and test preparation, ensuring they stayed on track with school requirements.
  • Explained concepts in simple and clear ways, adjusting teaching style based on each student’s learning pace and needs.
  • Created a positive and encouraging learning environment that helped students feel comfortable asking questions and expressing difficulties.
  • Used basic teaching tools and activities to make lessons interactive and engaging, especially for younger learners.

Education

High School Diploma -

GEMS Modern Academy IB & ICSE
Dubai, UAE
09-2024

CBSE Curriculum - undefined

Our Own English High School
Dubai, UAE

Bachelor of Arts -

University of British Columbia (UBC)
Vancouver, BC, Canada
05-2028

Skills

  • Economic analysis
  • Financial reasoning
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • System design
  • Strategic thinking
  • Fast learner

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Hindi
Professional Working
Arabic
Limited Working

Accomplishments

  • PADI Open Water Diver Certification
    Earned an international scuba diving certification after rigorous underwater and safety training.
  • Financial Markets (Robert Shiller – Yale University)
  • Captain – School Volleyball Team
    Led the school volleyball team in the Dubai School Games; responsible for team coordination, training, and match preparation.
  • Modern E-Sports Championship – Semi-Finalist
    Competed in Rocket League and finished 3rd place, gaining teamwork and strategic thinking experience.
  • Har Ki Dun Himalayan Trek (10 Days)
    Participated in a high-endurance school expedition involving a 6-day trek.

Timeline

CBSE Curriculum - undefined

Our Own English High School

Intern

Technomak Engineering Group

HYLC Participant

Harvard Youth Leadership & Change (HYLC) Program

After-school Tutor

Educonnect

High School Diploma -

GEMS Modern Academy IB & ICSE

Bachelor of Arts -

University of British Columbia (UBC)

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

  • E-Waste Collection Initiative – Organized e-waste collection from Technomak and delivered (around 500 tons of E-waste) it to a certified recycling facility; toured the plant to understand recycling operations.
  • Ramadan Food Donation Drive – Distributed meals to families in need during Ramadan at Al Tawheed Masjid, Dubai.
  • Parikrma Donation Drive – Donated clothes, stationery, and books to support children from low-income communities in India.
  • Fridge Friends (GMA) – Helped prepare and serve food for school staff and guests during a major school event.
  • 500 Trees Plantation Drive (Plant a Hope for Future) – Participated in planting 500 trees as part of a community environmental conservation initiative in Ras Al Khaimah.
  • Har Ki Dun Trek – Clean-Up Contribution – Took part in a clean-up effort at the Himalayan base camp during a 10-day school trek.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

  • Founder & Head – GMA Fitness Club

      Launched a school-wide initiative promoting fitness awareness and healthy habits.

  • Student Council Member – GEMS Modern Academy

      Contributed to organizing events, managing student concerns, and coordinating school activities.

  • Captain – School Volleyball Team

      Led team in Dubai School Games; coordinated training and strategy.

  • Captain – Cygnus House Football Team

      Managed team selection, communication, and in-house tournament preparation.

INTERESTS

- Banking and financial markets, - Macroeconomic policy, - Volleyball & team sports, - Football training, - Fitness and wellness

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