Melina Ghodsi

Mi4 Intern at CHOC Children’s | UCLA Alum

Anaheim, California, United States

About

Experience

  • Medical Intelligence and Innovation Institute Intern (Mi4) at CHOC Children's
    Jun 2026 - Present · 2 mos

  • UCLA Wilson Motor Lab Researcher at The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

    Collaborated with Dr. Amanda Visek’s team at George Washington University to analyze clinical data from ACEing Autism. Sponsored by the United States Tennis Association (USTA), research identified what makes adaptive tennis fun for neurodiverse players to maximize the benefits of sustaining participation in physical activity.

  • Program Director at ACEing Autism 501(c)3
    Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

    Founded volunteer-based program at UCLA that provides adaptive tennis programming for children with autism to grow, develop, and benefit from social connections and fitness.

  • Apex Integrated Medical Intern at Cedars-Sinai
    Aug 2025 - Jun 2026 · 11 mos

    Provided Transitional Care Management (TCM) for discharged patients with the Genesis Hospitalist Group at Cedars-Sinai Hospital. Developed clinical skills in ECGs, phlebotomy, vaccine delivery, and ultrasonography while coordinating patient appointments to ensure efficient and organized clinic flow at Apex Multispecialty Medical Group.

  • Kesem ()
    • Director
      Jul 2023 - Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      Responsible for overseeing all operations of Camp Kesem at UCLA including organizing all year-round events and summer camp programming, ensuring over 100 counselors are properly trained, and fundraising / managing a budget of over $200,000.

    • Camp Kesem Counselor
      Jan 2022 - Jul 2025 · 3 yrs 7 mos

      Provided free camp for kids affected by a parent's cancer. Created fun experiences through an empowering community where children can process, connect, heal, and thrive.

    • Development Coordinator
      Sep 2022 - Aug 2023 · 1 yr

      Responsible for collecting $200,000 in donations by soliciting grants and maintaining relationships with foundations, corporations, community organizations, and private donors.