Yiying Zhang

Princeton University | B.S.E. in Electrical and Computer Engineering | GPA: 3.53 | Expected Graduation May 2027

• Minors/Certificates: Near Eastern Studies, Arabic Language, History and Practice of Diplomacy

• 0.8% acceptance; Fully-funded by Saudi Ministry of Culture; Reaching CEFR B2 (upper-intermediate) proficiency.
• One-year leave of absence from Princeton.

• Modeled the commercial viability of UCO collection systems and presented cost-benefit analyses to the Executive Director.
• Modeled carbon reduction trajectories and cost-benefit analyses for aviation fuel alternatives, presenting findings to the Executive Director to influence upcoming white papers.
• Authored 3 memos on international SAF policy changes and effects post-OBBB for Chinese civil aviation stakeholders.

• Managed stage operations and logistics for the 2025 CCG Global Forum, ensuring seamless operations for a multi-track event with 60+ international speakers.

• Designed and implemented 2 marketing campaigns reaching 1M+ drivers; achieved a 10% increase in ride volume and improved cost-efficiency by 30%.
• Collaborated with the CEO and VP of Ops to synthesize gig-economy research into data-driven strategies.

• Performed technical and legal due diligence for an AR/VR acquisition, translating complex engineering specs into strategic market analysis for senior partners.
• Participated in negotiation for a major UK-China agro joint venture.

• Invented new ultrasonic sensor de-icing technology; solution deployed in 500+ units globally.
• Spearheaded building an industry-standard testing chamber in-house; $100k in long-term cost savings.

• Signed strategic partnership with Red Sea Global ($5B Saudi Vision 2030 project).

• Led Princeton’s largest student org (550+ members); managed a $500k annual budget and 20+ corporate sponsors.
• Co-founded premier startup incubator, 10+ startups & $20M total raised capital.
• Co-founded the Princeton-China Forum, featuring 30+ speakers across 6 panels over 2 days.

• Secured $100k+ in non-dilutive grants (New Jersey EDF, National Science Foundation, VentureWell).
• Launched sustainability pilot with multiple companies including Princeton University Store.