Valeria Lim

I'm Valeria, a Year 2 Psychology undergraduate at the National University of Singapore, aspiring to become a clinical psychologist with a focus on child and developmental psychology. I volunteer with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, gaining hands-on experience in support, behavioural observation, and early intervention. I am passionate about mental health and helping children with intellectual disabilities reach their full potential.

I am actively seeking opportunities to gain research, clinical, or community experience in the psychology field.

Research Assistant at NUS Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies (2026-06 – Present)

• Conduct field-based data collection at Active Ageing Centres, administering research surveys to older adult participants on their health and wellbeing
• Conduct standardised physical assessments to collect data on participants' physical health and functioning
• Engage participants sensitively during data collection, clearly explaining survey questions and assessment procedures while ensuring accurate recording of responses

Household Lead at Project Embrace (2026-08 – Present)

• Serve as the primary point of contact between volunteers, parents, and the household, facilitating communication and coordination
• Organise regular visits and activities for children with autism, adapting activities to their interests and needs

Volunteer at Institute of Mental Health (2026-03 – Present)

• Conduct weekly visits to long-term stay wards, engaging patients through conversations, games, and structured activities
• Build rapport with patients through consistent interaction and meaningful engagement

Classroom Support Volunteer at AWWA Special Student Care Centre (2025-05 – Present)

• Facilitate after-school activities for children and adolescents aged 7–18 with various intellectual disabilities, including crafts and dance
• Adapt activities and communication approaches to encourage meaningful participation and engagement

Volunteer at Youths Corps Singapore (2025-09 – 2025-09)

• Facilitated recreational and engagement activities for adults with intellectual disabilities at APSN Cafe for All

Volunteer Management Team at Project IMH Organising Committee (2026-08 – Present)

• Support the recruitment, onboarding, and coordination of volunteers for Project IMH
• Facilitate communication between volunteers and the organising committee to ensure smooth programme operations

Community Engagement Subcommittee Member at Singapore Psychological Society Youth Wing (2026-03 – Present)

• Support the planning and coordination of the Youth Wing's mentorship programme, including liaison with mentors and mentees
• Designed and developed a mentorship handbook to guide participants throughout the programme
• Planned and facilitated bonding activities to foster engagement among participants

Logistics Head at NUS Psychology Camp (2026-01 – 2026-07)

• Led the logistics team in planning and executing the NUS Psychology Camp for incoming freshmen
• Coordinated logistics, inventory, and manpower across multiple camp activities

Logistics Subcommittee Member at NUS ARTS Camp 2026 (2025-11 – 2026-07)

• Collaborated with organising committee members to plan and execute a faculty-wide freshman orientation camp
• Managed stocktaking and inventory while supporting on-site logistics operations

Welfare Subcommittee Member at NUS Psychology Society (2025-11 – 2026-05)

• Planned and facilitated faculty-wide events including Psychology Appreciation Week and Well-being Day
• Supported interactive activities promoting student wellbeing and community engagement

Part-Time Sales Associate at LuxAsia (2025-03 – 2025-06)

• Provided prompt and professional customer service to an average of 50 customers daily while maintaining customer satisfaction
• Assisted customers with product selection and sales in a fast-paced retail environment

Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Psychology – National University of Singapore (NUS) (2024-08 – 2029-05)