Pronob Sarker

SWE Intern @DFG- America Scores | Prev SWE @Nextive, Rice Fruit Co. | CS+Data Science @ Gettysburg | Machine Learning + Full Stack | Building in Public

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States

About

I’m a Computer Science, Data Science, and Math student at Gettysburg College who’s deeply passionate about AI and machine learning. I love solving real-world problems through code—and sharing my learning journey along the way. In the past, I’ve: • 🤖 Built Bangladesh’s first college admission chatbot, helping 5,000+ students get university guidance in real time • 🍎 Developed computer vision ML model for apple variety classification, now actively used by a fruit company to reduce human error • 🧩 Led AI research for Birds of a Feather solitary puzzle using Monte Carlo algorithms to improve puzzle generation accuracy by 25% • 🌍 Managed a $10,000 digital education initiative, increasing tech access for 500+ rural students in rural Bangladesh I share what I learn by “building in public,” mentoring peers, and creating content that simplifies complex ideas. 🔭 Where I’m going: I’m currently seeking Summer 2026 internships in: • AI/ML Engineering • Software Engineering (with an AI/Research focus) • Applied Data Science roles where innovation meets impact 📩 Email: [email protected]

Experience

  • Gettysburg College (On-site)
    • Machine Learning Teaching Assistant
      Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

      •Mentoring 50+ students in implementing core machine learning algorithms using Python, scikit-learn, and TensorFlow. •Leading twice-weekly support sessions to debug code and explain key concepts including bias-variance tradeoffs, regularization, and model performance metrics. •Providing structured code reviews emphasizing clean documentation, reproducible analysis, and version control best practices.

    • User Services Student Supervisor, Musselman Library
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

    • Machine Learning Research Intern
      May 2023 - Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      Developed Monte Carlo algorithms to generate over 1,000,000 solvable puzzles for the "Birds of a Feather" game, improving classification accuracy by 25% and difficulty prediction by 20%. Applied ϵ-Greedy Sampling to reduce error margin by 20%, strategically biasing towards solvable puzzles and improving computational efficiency. Spearheaded a collaborative effort to enhance puzzle generation through stochastic local search, driving a 30% improvement in puzzle differentiation and user engagement. Skills: Algorithm Design, Monte Carlo Sampling, Machine Learning, Computational Efficiency, Puzzle Generation, Stochastic Local Search.

  • Software Development Intern at Develop for Good
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Engineering & Operations Extern at OEM Controls
    May 2025 - May 2025 · 1 mo

    • Collaborated with the Electrical and Software Engineering team on functional testing and validation of embedded control systems (Posi, Fasten Tracker) prior to client release, helping ensure system reliability. • Contributed to technical documentation used in client deliverables, detailing system behavior, test results, and integration specifications. • Observed executive leadership in strategic meetings by shadowing COO to understand business development, lean operations, and quality systems at scale. • Engaged in cross-functional collaboration to explore how engineering, product development, and business operations align in a real-world manufacturing setting. • Developed a deeper understanding of teamwork, adaptability, and technical communication in a fast-paced industrial environment.

  • Machine Learning Researcher at Rice Fruit Company
    Jan 2025 - May 2025 · 5 mos

    Built scalable ML pipelines (SVM, KNN, Random Forest, ResNet-50) in TensorFlow, scikit-learn, boosting classification accuracy of apple varieties from 71% → 99%. • Increased model reliability 20% through data augmentation, preprocessing, and feature analysis (color, firmness, defect segmentation) • Deployed ResNet-50 + Random Forest models in Docker, reducing QC inspection times by 50% and enabling real-time classification on 10,000+ apples/day.

  • Davis Project For Peace Fellow at Davis Projects
    Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 · 3 mos

    • Secured and managed a $10,000 grant, launching a digital empowerment initiative that reached over 500 rural minority students. • Engineered and deployed a computer lab in remote areas, overseeing hardware installation and network setup to deliver reliable internet access to over 500 first-time users. • Developed a digital literacy curriculum, improving student computer proficiency by 80%, measured through structured pre- and post-assessments. • Launched a sustainable, subscription-based access model, boosting lab utilization by 60% and ensuring long-term program viability. • Integrated educational platforms such as Khan Academy and Code.org, customizing content to align with local academic standards. • Led a cross-functional team of 10, applying Agile methodologies to achieve project milestones 15% ahead of schedule. • Established partnerships with 7 local schools and community organizations, enhancing engagement and securing an additional $2,000 in funding. • Advocated for educational equity by presenting project outcomes to stakeholders and planning expansion to reach an additional 1,000 students next year.