Sara Amin

Detail-oriented researcher with experience in laboratory environments, including programming robotics, purifying polymers, and presenting findings at academic showcases. Strong written and oral communication skills developed through academic work, library research projects, and community volunteering with diverse groups. Collaborative team member with experience working alongside graduate researchers, library staff, and volunteer committees across multiple institutions.

Organized and adaptable, demonstrated by rotating through multiple departments at the University of Toronto Libraries while managing competing project deadlines.

Lab Intern - University of Toronto, Department of Chemistry - Toronto, ON

(2025-07 - 2025-08)

• Collaborated with graduate researchers to study peptoid polymer nanosheet structures, contributing to a team project that culminated in a presentation at the VoS Summer Showcase.
• Programmed laboratory robotics to synthesize specific peptoids and applied specialized purification techniques to isolate resulting polymers.
• Developed and adapted research protocols for nanosheet visualization using fluorescence and scanning electron microscopy, improving imaging accuracy across multiple trials.
• Applied iterative research methodologies to troubleshoot complex scientific problems, strengthening experimental design and data analysis skills.

Experience UTL Intern - University of Toronto Libraries - Toronto, ON

(2025-02 - 2025-06)

• Selected for a competitive paid internship program, rotating through multiple library departments to gain broad exposure to academic library operations.
• Supported collections, technology, and user experience projects, including working with rare books, digitizing archival materials, and improving library wayfinding signage.
• Conducted research, interviews, and surveys to inform library improvement initiatives, strengthening data collection and stakeholder communication skills.

Lab Intern - University of Toronto, Department of Chemistry - Toronto, ON

(2024-07 - 2024-08)

• Worked alongside graduate researchers on a chemistry project examining the temperature dependence of acid-base dissociation for atmospherically relevant compounds.
• Processed and analyzed experimental data in Microsoft Excel, improving proficiency in scientific data management and visualization.

Fun Fair Volunteer - Blake Street Public School - Toronto, ON

(2023-06 - 2023-06)

• Supervised a team of volunteers during the school Fun Fair, coordinating booth activities and ensuring smooth event execution throughout the day.
• Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changing conditions and managing multiple responsibilities, including booth management and guest engagement.

Summer Camp Volunteer - Madinah Masjid - Toronto, ON

(2022-07 - 2022-08)

• Planned and organized group games and daily activities for campers, demonstrating strong organizational and program coordination skills.
• Enforced safety regulations during outdoor activities and collaborated with staff and fellow volunteers to implement consistent daily routines for campers.

Bachelor of Applied Science - Public Health - Toronto Metropolitan University (2025-09 - 2029)

Ontario Secondary School Diploma - Jarvis Collegiate Institute (2025-06)