Swikrut Dhanorkar

RPA Developer @ Lakeside | Illinois Wesleyan Alum

Bloomington, Illinois, United States

About

Hi, I’m Swikrut Dhanorkar, a recent Computer Science graduate from Illinois Wesleyan University with a strong interest in IT. I enjoy working with systems, troubleshooting issues, and using technology to automate processes and make business processes more efficient.

Experience

  • Robotic Process Automation Developer at Lakeside Book Company
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    - Developed and deployed UiPath automations to streamline daily operational workflows, reduce manual reporting time, and improve data accuracy. - Built production-ready workflows including automated Business Objects reporting and data extraction, Excel formatting, and email distribution to stakeholders. - Worked closely with business teams to define process needs and build reliable, well-scheduled automations with strong exception handling. - Documented processes, maintained automation solutions, and supported continuous improvement efforts.

  • Illinois Wesleyan University (On-site)
    • Algorithm Design and Analysis Teaching Assistant
      Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

      - Assisted instruction for core algorithmic topics including asymptotic analysis, time and space complexity, recursion, divide-and-conquer, greedy algorithms, and dynamic programming. - Led problem-solving support sessions to help students break down complex problems into clear, efficient algorithmic solutions. - Guided students in translating theoretical concepts into well-structured, optimized code, emphasizing correctness and performance. - Graded homework assignments for correctness, efficiency, and clarity of algorithmic reasoning and provided detailed feedback to reinforce analytical thinking.

    • Resident Community Advisor
      Aug 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

      - Manage a staff of 7 resident advisors and collaborate on departmental initiatives and contribute to staff selection, training, and orientation processes. - Mentor residents and facilitate community building, crisis-response, and emergency management. - Supervise and managed administrative tasks, including check-ins, maintenance, and staff meetings.

    • Software Development Teaching Assistant
      Aug 2024 - Dec 2024 · 5 mos

      - Served as the teaching assistant for Software Development course, consisting of 24 students. - Assisted students with their doubts and enhanced their understanding of software development concepts. - Graded homework assignments, ensuring timely and accurate feedback, and facilitated communication between students and faculty.

  • IBM Accelerate Research Fellow at IBM
    Jun 2024 - Jul 2024 · 2 mos

    - Selected from a competitive pool of over 10,000 applicants (~5% acceptance rate) to join the IBM Accelerate Program on the Research Business Unit track. - Engaged in diverse IBM research domains, including AI, Hybrid Cloud, Quantum Computing, and Semiconductor technologies. - Developed key foundational skills such as networking, effective communication, and best interview practices through mentorship and coaching by IBM professionals.

  • Illinois Wesleyan University (Bloomington, Illinois, United States · On-site)
    • Resident Advisor
      Aug 2023 - May 2024 · 10 mos

      - Managed a floor of 20+ first-year students, and organized campus level initiatives and events on behalf of the Office of Residential life. - Provided support to residents and other Resident advisors during on-call periods. -Practiced conflict resolution and mediation betwen residents and staff.

    • IT Services Student Associate
      Sep 2022 - May 2024 · 1 yr 9 mos

      - Precisely document client interaction in all media, and effectively report when necessary. - Display problem-solving skills by troubleshooting user issues and managing the web system for questions. - Work on computer hardware, and setup workstations for faculty.