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  I am Varun Magotra, a Master's student in Computer Science at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). I have extensive experience in AI/ML development, with a particular focus on educational technology and user-friendly AI implementations. I am applying for the AI Development Internship at FutureMakers for the Spring 2025 term (March-June 2025).
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  ## About the Internship Position I'm Applying For
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- The AI Development Internship at FutureMakers (March-June 2025) involves:
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- - Duration: March June 2025 (Spring Term)
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- - Hours: 10-15 hours per week with flexible scheduling
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- - Location: Remote or Hybrid (Baltimore, MD)
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- - Compensation: $25/hour
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- Key Responsibilities:
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- 1. Collaborating on AI agent user-interaction model refinement
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- 2. Developing AI-driven features for the Readyness platform
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- 3. Implementing interview-style data collection for educators
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- 4. Creating dynamic preparation materials generation
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- 5. Developing tools for standards alignment (NGSS, CASEL)
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- 6. Conducting user testing and feedback sessions
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  ## My Current Academic and Research Experience
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  I am Varun Magotra, a Master's student in Computer Science at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). I have extensive experience in AI/ML development, with a particular focus on educational technology and user-friendly AI implementations. I am applying for the AI Development Internship at FutureMakers for the Spring 2025 term (March-June 2025).
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  ## About the Internship Position I'm Applying For
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+ Understanding of FutureMakers
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+ FutureMakers is a manufacturer of hands-on, screen-free learning kits called Sparks, focused on:
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+ - Empowering educators through playful exploration and social-emotional learning (SEL)
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+ - Supporting K-5 educators in planning and executing engaging hands-on experiences
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+ - Aligning activities with educational standards
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+ - Integrating SEL with STEAM education
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+ - Creating learner-centered, project-based explorations
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+ - Supporting urban and rural classrooms, English language learners, and students with learning disabilities
 
 
 
 
 
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  ## My Current Academic and Research Experience
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