Nihal Patel

About Nihal Patel

I\'m a junior-year student in Computer Science and Business Administration at Rutgers University, with a passion for building software that solves real-world problems.My technical experience includes developing full-stack applications, data analysis tools, and system automation scripts. I\'ve built projects ranging from a banking system with MySQL backend to a personal finance tracker using Python and data visualization libraries. I\'m particularly interested in the intersection of technology and finance, and I enjoy tackling challenges that require both technical depth and business understanding.Currently, I\'m seeking summer 2026 software engineering internships where I can contribute to meaningful projects, learn from experienced engineers, and grow my skills in backend or full-stack development.Technical Skills- Languages: Java, Python, C, SQL- Tools: MySQL, VS Code, Eclipse- Concepts: Data Structures & Algorithms, Database Design, System MonitoringOutside of coding, I lead the Career and Entrepreneurship Club at my college and manage large-scale community events, where I\'ve developed strong project management and teamwork skills.Let\'s connect if you\'re working on interesting problems in software engineering, FinTech, or production systems!

Experience

1. Shift Lead

   Wendy's

   Dec 2022 — Present · Edison, NJ, US

   Supervised daily operations and trained 10+ new employees on POS systems and operational procedures-Maintained 99%+ transaction accuracy while managing high-volume customer service in a fast-paced environment-Resolved customer complaints and operational issues, demonstrating strong problem-solving under pressure

Education

• Rutgers University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science

• Middlesex College

  Associate of Science - AS, Computer Science