Computer Science junior at UNC Chapel Hill with minors in Neuroscience and Data Science, focused on autonomy, systems engineering, and applied research.
Featured in Business Insider for breaking into tech. VTOL engineer at Carolina Skylabs building an autonomous drone platform. VP of Marketing at R.A.M Engineering. Incoming AI Engineering Intern at Utilyst.
Real-time AI-driven cognitive testing platform integrating computer vision, WebSockets, and AWS to simulate cerebellum-style reflex evaluation and performance tracking.
State-driven flight control software for a VTOL aircraft spanning hover, transition, and forward-flight modes. Built at Carolina Skylabs, inspired by the X-1 Thorn.
Autonomous path-planning engine with obstacle avoidance, modular FSM control architecture, and a React observability layer for interactive debugging.
Local discovery platform connecting users to nearby events, volunteering, food assistance, and community resources via map, list, and split-view interfaces with AI classification.
A horror game turning the internship interview process into a stress-driven survival experience, powered by 3D visuals, text-to-speech AI, and an Arduino ultrasonic sensor strapped to the player.
Real-time gesture-controlled photobooth with a custom strip-maker for special events. Control the camera with only your hand using MediaPipe hand tracking — no buttons needed.
Full-stack social platform built with a focus on modular design, privacy, and interactive user experiences. Developed production APIs and AI-assisted components under early-stage startup constraints.
Featured for the journey of applying to over 600 roles, navigating rejection, and ultimately landing meaningful opportunities in engineering and AI. An account of persistence, strategy, and what it actually takes to break in.
Vivienne Hnin is one of the finest IT Student Apprentices to ever be employed at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. She develops great customer service skills and improves the institution's trust in reliable IT service. When others have called out, she steps in — it shows a level of motivation and drive that we often lack.
Vivienne is one of the most talented, determined, and diligent students I have had. She always took initiative to research, write, and learn. A truly multi-disciplinary talented person. I recommend her for any future opportunities with full confidence.
Vivienne consistently demonstrated strong troubleshooting skills, reliability, and professionalism while supporting hardware, software, and network issues. She learns quickly, communicates technical concepts clearly, and approaches challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.
Vivienne is a smart, communicative, and outspoken individual with an impressive array of skills. Her writing ability is remarkable — she has a natural talent for crafting compelling content. Her intellect, warm personality, and passion make her a standout professional.
I have been working with her for 2 years and I am quite impressed with her dedication to her work, including studies, research, and social work. She is excellent at multitasking and always manages to finish all the work on time.