Name: Hyma Roshini Gompa

Pronouns: She/Her

Semester of Internship: Spring 2025

Major: MPS in Data Science

Current Class Level: Master's Student

This semester I completed a(n)...: Internship

Internship, Co-op, or Research Site (Company/Organization Name): Trulogik

Location of the Organization (City, State): Bwtech

Title of position: Intern 

Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities:

I have had the opportunity to work on impactful projects that sit at the intersection of healthcare and technology. My day-to-day responsibilities involve conducting both technical and business analysis on EDI claims and risk segmentation models to support more accurate healthcare cost forecasting. I regularly build and maintain automated ETL pipelines using Python and SQL to streamline data preparation, enabling efficient integration with Databricks workflows. I also design interactive dashboards using Power BI to help cross-functional teams make informed decisions based on real-time data insights. One of the most exciting aspects of my role has been deploying scalable, machine learning–driven insights dashboards on AWS EC2, integrating Spring Boot APIs with Python-based ML modules to enhance system interoperability and analytics capabilities. Additionally, I participate in Agile sprints, manage JIRA tasks, contribute to Confluence documentation, and present findings to both technical and business stakeholders. Recently, I've also been exploring the use of large language models (LLMs) and generative AI for automating member summary reports as part of a proof of concept, opening doors for future AI-driven solutions in healthcare reporting

Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?

I learned about the Intern position at Trulogik during a career fair hosted by UMBC, where I had the chance to interact directly with company representatives and learn more about their work in healthcare technology. After the event, I followed up by tailoring my resume and submitting my application. The UMBC Career Center played a key role in helping me prepare for this opportunity—they provided valuable feedback during a resume review session, which helped me present my technical skills and project experience more effectively. I submitted my application shortly after the career fair in early August 2024, and was later contacted for interviews that led to this exciting internship opportunity.

What resources did you use to find your current experience?

UMBC Career Center, Career Fairs, Handshake

What have you enjoyed the most about your position and organization?

What I've enjoyed the most about my position at Trulogik is the opportunity to work on meaningful, real-world problems in the healthcare domain while applying and expanding my technical skills. The organization fosters a collaborative and innovative environment where new ideas are welcomed, and interns are treated as valuable contributors. I've especially appreciated the hands-on experience with modern tools like Databricks, AWS, and Power BI, as well as the chance to explore cutting-edge technologies like LLMs and generative AI. Being part of a team that genuinely values learning and impact has made this experience both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

I believe I've made a meaningful impact at Trulogik by helping streamline data processes and enhance decision-making through automation and analytics. By developing efficient ETL pipelines and integrating machine learning models into production environments, I've significantly reduced manual data preparation time and improved the accuracy of healthcare cost forecasting. The dashboards I created using Power BI have enabled teams across departments to access insights more easily, contributing to faster and more informed decisions. Additionally, my work on integrating Spring Boot APIs with Python ML modules and exploring generative AI for reporting has opened up new possibilities for scalability and innovation within the organization.

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

My advice to another student seeking an internship or similar experience is to start early and be proactive—attend career fairs, info sessions, and networking events, even if you're not actively job hunting yet. These events not only expose you to opportunities but also help you practice communicating your skills. Make full use of the UMBC Career Center for resume reviews and mock interviews—they can significantly improve how you present yourself. Don't be discouraged if you don't meet every single requirement in a job posting; instead, focus on showcasing your willingness to learn, adaptability, and problem-solving skills. Finally, work on personal or class projects and include them in your resume and LinkedIn—they show initiative and real-world application of your skills.

Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / working with the Career Center.

What I liked most about my position at Trulogik was the chance to contribute to impactful healthcare projects while learning cutting-edge tools and technologies. The UMBC Career Center played a crucial role by helping me refine my resume and prepare for career fairs, which ultimately led me to this opportunity.

Need a mid-day boost? Stop by Commons 308 for free coffee from Dunkin' Donuts — while supplies last!

Come grab a cup, chat with fellow grad students, and recharge before your next class.
Hurry — it's first come, first served!

Over a thousand students gathered at the UMBC campus and virtually for the 11th annual hackUMBC. It was a fun, snack-fueled 24-hour competition where teams built innovative apps and tools to solve problems important to them.

The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) sponsored a special challenge track called the Data Science Track: Best Student Insight Hack. Most innovative solution using a knowledge graph of simulated academic student data. The track boasted a much-desired prize: a brand-new Nintendo Switch 2 bundled with Mario Kart World!

Out of 18 projects, the big winner of the DoIT Data Science track was Ruben Finkel for his project called "StudyCompass." Ruben is a senior at Pikesville High School and is currently applying to computer science BS programs. This was his first hackathon experience, and he was excited to see the whole room full of coders in Engineering Lecture Hall 1. He described the 24-hour hackathon as grueling, intense, and energized by many Red Bulls. Throughout the first hour, he kept coming back to the idea that he wanted to design something that would help students like himself. Then he began building his project off this idea, which developed into his creation of an AI Guidance Counselor. 

Left to right: Isabella Golster, Logan Montgomery, Ruben Finkel, Jason Paluck, and Todd Haddaway. 

StudyCompass: Like Having a Personally Trained Guidance Counselor on Your Laptop

What exactly is StudyCompass? Think of it as a digital guidance counselor. It's a web tool that helps you plan your classes and fix your study habits so you can do your absolute best in school.

Ruben was inspired because he felt like many students in large schools don't get enough one-on-one time with their guidance counselors. He wanted to build the perfect tool he wished he had.

What StudyCompass does:

• Checks Your Studying: It looks at how you study and gives you advice on how to study smarter, not just harder.
• Tracks Your Grades: It helps you keep an eye on how you're doing in your courses.
• Plans Your Future: It can make a personalized road map of the classes you should take, even telling you which classes are harder or more important for your major.

Study Compass Short Demo Video

Ruben used simulated university data provided by DoIT to make StudyCompass smart enough to help students with their real-world problems.

Shoutout to the DoIT Team

The hackUMBC event wouldn't have been possible without the people in DoIT who set up the challenge!

A group of people, including Jason Paluck, Todd Haddaway, Logan Montgomery, and Erica D'Eramo, worked hard to create the Data Science track. Jason came up with the highly detailed challenge, giving everyone data and great ideas. Todd was the superhero who stayed up until 2 a.m. on a Sunday morning to answer questions and help the students as they worked! Logan, who had been to hackUMBC before, gave the team tips on what the student hackers would need. Stacy Cahill, the Chief Information Security Officer, stopped by to cheer on the students!

Great job, hackUMBC organizers!

The DoIT team is thankful for the impressive coordination and leadership of all of the hackUMBC leaders and volunteers. A special shout-out to Isabella Goltser, the president of hackUMBC and a computer science major, and Jay Gepilano, the Design Team Lead and a computer science major and double minor in bioinformatics and Gender & Women's Studies. Their assistance in making our track happen during the hackathon is greatly appreciated!

Check out more about how HackUMBC goes virtual in a big way, attracting over 1,000 students!