Christine DOSSA

About Christine

Experience

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   Rewriting the Code

   • Member

     Oct 2022 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos·Current
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   Microsoft · Internship

   • Software Engineer Intern

     May 2024 - Aug 2024 · 4 mos·Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site

     Designed and implemented a secure, encrypted VPN communication mesh using WireGuard and Konnectivity within an AKS cluster. This project involved building Docker images, deploying and managing them in Kubernetes, and developing custom Kubernetes resources to manage peer relationships across nodes. The end goal was to create a robust and scalable solution to ensure secure, reliable communication between nodes in a cloud environment.

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   Postman

   • Postman API Student Leader

     Mar 2024 - May 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

     helped me get this job Promoted understanding and knowledge about APIs among their peers and the broader student community. The program provides me with opportunities to enhance my skills in public speaking, event planning, and teaching API skills. As part of the program, student leaders receive access to Postman resources to organize events on their campus. These events can include workshops, seminars, or hands-on sessions related to APIs.

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   Girls Who Code

   • Chapter President

     Dec 2023 - Jan 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos·Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

     Girls Who Code is an international nonprofit dedicated to closing the gender gap in tech. Among 150+ other chapters on other campuses, College Loop Lake Forest is a new on-campus organization bringing new technical workshops, events, resources and support to women in tech!

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   1 yr 7 mos

   • Student Ambassador

     Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo
   • Investor Circle Member (Lead/Participant)

     Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 · 3 mos

     Interactive sessions to provide opportunities for reflection, skill practice, and collaborative learning _Gathered monthly for peer-led meetings supported by GWI _Discussed a variety of topics that are essential to success in the investment management industry Skills: Leadership · Financial Analysis · Investment Management · Peer Mentoring

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   Capital Group

   • CAPitalize Scholar: An Introduction to Investment Management

     Jun 2023 - Jun 2023 · 1 mo·Remote

     CAPitalize is an immersive virtual recruiting experience that provides woman/female-identifying students with an inside look at careers in investing. Participants have an opportunity to hear panel discussions, participate in a hands-on case study, and interact with Capital Group's investment colleagues to learn more about the industry. Skills: Investment Management

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   Microsoft · Internship

   • Explore Intern (SWE+PM)

     May 2023 - Aug 2023 · 4 mos·Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site

     **Got a return offer** Analyzing and comparing the performance of the Nginx, Istio, and Cilium ingress controllers. _ Focus on their debugging capabilities. _ In-depth study on Istio ingress controller, its architecture, performance, and debugging capabilities. Skills: Bash · Linux/Unix administration · Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) · ingress · Git BASH · systems performance · Docker · Networking

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   Capital One

   • Diversity Finance Summit Scholar

     Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 · 3 mos·Remote

     ● 2-day development opportunity where a cohort of students gathers to learn about the career world of Finance at Capital One. ● Exposed to courses and workshops taught by Capital One associates ● Learned some relevant job skills. Participated in sessions on building an inclusive culture, case workshops, and finance executive keynotes.

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   1 yr 7 mos

   • Online Scholar

     Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 · 8 mos

     ● Completed selective, self-guided online educational program focused on understanding the the investment industry and core investment concepts ● Coursework included: CFA Institute Investment Foundations Program; Wall Street Prep courses in Excel, financial reports, and accounting; Wharton Online Foundations of Investment Management Skills: Asset Management · Financial Analysis · Investment Management · Accounting 2023 OIP Certificate of Completion, Christine Dossa.pdf

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    3 yrs 9 mos

    • Computer Science Teaching Assistant

      Aug 2022 - May 2025 · 2 yrs 10 mos

      Skills: JavaScript · HTML · Peer Tutoring · Python (Programming Language) · Java · Tutoring · Peer Mentoring

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    1 yr 2 mos

    • Virtual Insight series

      May 2022 - Mar 2023 · 11 mos·New York, United States

      Four-week-long virtual undergraduate programs designed to personalize digital curriculum and enjoy the recommended sessions of one's grade level. During the program, I will: _Identify and Strengthen Skills _Articulate my Personal Narrative _Explore Goldman Sachs Divisions _Immerse myself in Our Culture _Prepare for the Recruiting Process

    • Emerging Leaders Series

      May 2022 - Jun 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos·New York, United States

      A two-part multi-day educational series. I will have the opportunity to join the firm for an immersive and interactive two-part experience. Part I will consist of an introductory finance industry overview. During my Sophomore year, I will be invited by one of the divisions for technical training during Part II. In addition, I will receive mentorship, have the opportunity to connect with the Recruiting team, and undergo interviewing skills boot camp.

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    3 yrs 9 mos

    • Language Tutor

      Jan 2022 - Sep 2022 · 9 mos
    • Student Representative - Student Academic Advisory Committee

      Dec 2021 - Apr 2024 · 2 yrs 5 mos

      Elected by fellow students, 2023-24. Responsible for providing support to student organizations on matters related to finance and purchasing. The responsibilities of the SAFB are as follows: Meet weekly to review and decide on funding requests submitted by student organizations. Assist student organizations with the administration of funds. Maintain student organization accounts, keep records of student organization financial documents, and maintain equipment inventory. Assist with the planning and delivery of training sessions for student organizations.

    • Office assistant in the Dean of Student Affairs

      Sep 2021 - May 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos
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    The Davis UWC Scholars Program

    • Davis UWC Scholar

      Aug 2019 - May 2021 · 1 yr 10 mos
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    National Association of the youth council in Benin · Part-time

    • Ex youth mayor of Porto-Novo (Benin)

      Jan 2017 - Dec 2020 · 4 yrs·Benin

      The National Association of youth council aims at fostering leadership and personal development within youths. Every year, an outstanding student is designated to represent youths and advocate for their rights to a local, national and international level. From 2017 to 2019, I was in that role, as the youth mayor of Porto-Novo

Education

1. 
   CodePathIntermediate CybersecurityJan 2024 - Apr 2024

   Skills: Cybersecurity · Kali Linux

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   CodePathIntroduction to CybersecurityFeb 2023 - May 2023

   Skills: Cybersecurity · Python (Programming Language) · Java · Databases · Kali Linux · C++ Certificate of Completion Cybersecurity courses acceptance image

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   American University of SharjahBachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer ScienceJan 2023 - Apr 2023

   Activities and societies: Study Abroad Program From January to the end of April, I am studying abroad at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) in the United Arab Emirates (home to seven Emirates, including Dubai and Sharjah!). AUS is currently among the top 10 universities in the entire Arab region. During my time here, I am striving to learn more about the Arab culture, language, and arts. I am also actively sharpening my skills in computer science and finance by taking investment and data science courses. I look forward to more growth as I go along in the journey. Skills: Cross-cultural Communication Skills · C++

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   Lake Forest CollegeBachelor of Arts - BA, Computer science, financeAug 2021 - May 2025

   Activities and societies: It's on us, Investment club, SheTribe, Women in Business, Computer Science Club, Girls Who Code College Loop.

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   Stanford UniversitySummer STEM Institute Certificate, STEM2020 - 2020

   Activities and societies: Programming (Python language), Machine learning, simulations, presentations on the themes of STEM and economics The Summer STEM Institute (SSI) is a 6-week virtual summer program from June 20 to August 1, 2020. SSI is an international program that provides academically talented and highly motivated students the opportunity to learn through a data science and research Bootcamp, a Masterclass lecture series, weekend challenges, and a mentored research project. Christine_Dossa.pdf

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   Yale UniversityYale Young Global Scholar, Solving Global Challenges (Economics and Politics)2020 - 2020

   Activities and societies: Courses administrated by Yale professors Talks around unemployment, intersectionality, poverty, populism, democracy, and more. Simulations centered around the themes of sustainable development.

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   UWC MaastrichtInternational Baccalaureate2019 - 2021
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   College Notre Dame de Lourdes de Porto-novoScientific Baccalaureate, General Studies2014 - 2019

   Activities and societies: Basketball, debate, voluntary work, Ambassador of children of Porto-novo

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   Envestnet Institute On Campus programOct 2021

   · Broad-based training in asset and wealth management with an emphasis on managed solutions · Learned the essential language of investment management as well as its ever-changing products and technologies · Coursework completed in 2021. EIOC-Badge-Fall-2021.png

Skills