/Nǐ hǎo/
你好, I'm Elena.
I'm currently studying Systems Design Engineering @ UWaterloo (class of 2027)
I've completed 5x internships in product design, tackling high-complexity problems across various industries ranging from biotech to ad-tech. I'm comfortable working in fast-paced environments where I can take initiative.
I'm a designer who believes the best solutions start with deep empathy. I love diving into the 'why' behind user frustrations, translating those pain points into actionable insights and iterating until a product feels intuitive and effortless.
Outside of design I'm:
Experimenting with new recipes
Learning how to golf
Annoying my cat ฅ^._.^ฅ
Bouldering with friends
Struggling to clear out my closet (╥﹏╥)
Experience
Product Design & Design Engineer Intern / StackAdapt
2025 / 2026
Product Design Intern / Plooto
2025
Product Manager & Design Intern / Purolator
2024
Product Designer / Scispot (YC 21)
2023
Education
Systems Design Engineering (BASc) / University of Waterloo
2022 - 2027