Hakimuddin Radhanpurwala
Fremont
Summary
Dedicated Nutritional Science/Public Health student with extensive volunteer experience in hospitals and international medical outreach, focused on patient care and community support. Skilled in public speaking, advocacy, and event coordination, with a strong background in food science aimed at enhancing nutrition and well-being across diverse populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Worker
Faiz al-Mawaid al-Burhaniyah
Fremont
07.2022 - Current
- Food Service Worker, For Religious Community "Faiz al-Mawaid al-Burhaniyah" initiative
- Served 1,000+ individuals per sitting at large-scale religious gatherings, ensuring timely meal delivery and satisfaction
- Managed portion control, achieving 15% reduction in food waste and maintaining meal consistency
- Prepared and handled traditional meals (rice, curries, bread) under time constraints
- Monitored inventory flow and restocked supplies, optimizing resource availability and facilitating efficient cleanup operations
- Operated across 5 cities: Chennai, Dubai, Karachi, Oman, Fremont (CA)
- Worked with diverse team members from multiple cultures to enhance collaboration
Junior Journalist Paid Intern
Embarcadero Media
02.2025 - Current
- Published 4+ articles; 70K+ views across Bay Area news platforms
- Received $150 stipend per article published.
- Conducted community outreach initiatives to educate residents about the opioid epidemic and promote local resources.
- Article example: www.pleasantonweekly.com/alameda-county/2025/06/21/too-young-to-hurt-the-forgotten-victims-of-the-opioid-epidemic/
P.L.E.D.G.E internship
Stanford
05.2025 - Current
- Intern under Dr. Stephanie Chao- Professor of Pediatric Surgery @ Stanford Chao Lab
- developed a national gun-violence-prevention program: built website (Squarespace tutorials, blog, chapter map), designed fundraising plans + program merchandise, and co-created a podcast (recorded at Stanford, consulted with SAVE + KQED).
Intern
SF Metropolitan Transportation Commission
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Received 1st place/285 in MTC competition for policy proposal on opioid crisis, contributing to Zurich Four Pillar Program; awarded $300 stipend
- Attended weekly seminars with government officials, including Ex. Senator Scott Weiner, to discuss policy implications
- Conducted research on Bay Area policy issues, focusing on housing, transit, and opioid crisis to inform local policy discussions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrional Science, Public Heath
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA01-2030
Skills
- Food Safety Training
- Inventory Management
- Customer Service
- Healthcare administration
- Customer Satisfaction
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Care
Certification
Stanford Certified:
• HIPAA (Patient Privacy)
• IIPP (Injury Prevention/preparedness)
• HIPAA (Patient Privacy)
• IIPP (Injury Prevention/preparedness)
Awards
California State Seal of Civic Engagement, 2025, For work in leading Bay Area Student Activists Organization
Volunteering Ngo Experience
Soup Kitchen: Abode Services
- plated 180+ meals/shift, sanitized prep stations, logged inventory, restocked trays, and greeted guests by name
- monthly: created 40+ donation boxes with ziplocs of toiletries and snack items
- Restocked trays and greeted guests by name to enhance dining experience.
Washington Hospital Lobby
- Facilitated visitor check-in and navigation throughout the hospital.
Supported patient discharges by guiding families through necessary procedures. - Prepared mommy bags for new parents, ensuring essential items were available.
- Performed various errands at nurses' station to assist healthcare staff effectively.
Bay Area Student Activists| President
- Youth Civic Engagement Org.
- Partnered with NGOs + legislators; led a group of 20+ students to CA State Capitol to lobby on environmental legislation (AB-752, AB-35, AB-61, AB-93, AB-762)
- signed petition for AB-762 & co-hosted youth sustainability events with Zero Waste San Diego.
Patient Care Assistant: Dawoodi Bohra Medical Initiative
- Religiously affiliated international medical diabetes camp, managing hundreds of patients in locations such as Los Angeles, Dubai, Karachi, and Chennai.
- Administered glucometer tests, blood pressure monitoring, and BMI calculations for accurate health assessments.
- Facilitated patient form completion to ensure precise recording of RBG levels.
- Collaborated with doctors for A1C testing to provide comprehensive patient care.
Timeline
P.L.E.D.G.E internship
Stanford
05.2025 - Current
Intern
SF Metropolitan Transportation Commission
03.2025 - 08.2025
Junior Journalist Paid Intern
Embarcadero Media
02.2025 - Current
Food Service Worker
Faiz al-Mawaid al-Burhaniyah
07.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nutrional Science, Public Heath
Foothill College