Tristan Phillips

Currently Studying, Currently Venture Building

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

About

Hi, I'm Tristan! I am studying at Brown University as an undergraduate. I studying to become an Engineer, Entrepreneur and Japanese Speaker. I strive to live a life guided by continual improvement, exploration, and collaboration. I would love to hear from you!

Experience

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant at Harris Lab
    Feb 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    Engineering a high-precision, open-source vibration shaker that replaces $15,000 commercial systems with a $500 custom solution optimized for fluid mechanics research. I independently lead the system’s development—from MATLAB dynamic simulations to 3D-printed prototyping—to provide the community with an accessible and reproducible hardware resource.

  • Educational Consultant at Aispire by Xrealone
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Research Internship at COMMUNITY ACTION FOR A SUSTAINABLE ALAMEDA
    Jan 2025 - Jan 2025 · 1 mo

    I work with organization to help research recommendations and next steps for the development of their reusable to go program. I worked within the organization, with local stakeholders and with residents to identify solutions. Finally, I presented my findings to members in the community working on sustainability and related policy.

  • IKEA FOOD Coworker at IKEA
    Feb 2023 - May 2024 · 1 yr 4 mos

    In my role, I serve food in the restaurant, help to manage daily restaurant operations, prepare meals meals for IKEA staff, and ensure continued business performance in collaboration with the IKEA store.