Minji Kim
Senior At Yonsei University
Seodaemun-gu
Summary
Senior at Yonsei University majoring in Economics and Biotechnology, with strong research and data analysis skills. Experienced in SDG-focused consulting, public diplomacy, and social innovation projects addressing global challenges. Led market research and strategy development through student-led projects and academic initiatives, and contributed to biotech research on microneedle-based drug delivery. Skilled in project management, international cooperation, and cross-cultural communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Lab Intern
Yonsei Nanobio Laboratory
03.2025 - Current
- Researched and developed microneedle-based transdermal drug delivery systems, with a focus on treatments for diabetic retinopathy.
- Performed market and technology research on microneedle applications to support product development strategy.
- Assisted in early-stage product development for JUVIC, a biotech startup founded by Professor Hyungil Jung, by providing insights on commercialization potential.
- Conducted lab experiments to assess drug-loading efficiency and mechanical integrity of microneedle prototypes for therapeutic use.
Startup Incubation Project Manager
Social Innovation Creators' Academia
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed Wisehands, a social startup concept transforming artwork created by low-income, single elderly individuals into products under a design franchise model.
- Collaborated directly with elderly participants through centre visits to co-create designs and apply artistic output to real-world prototypes.
- Conducted in-depth interviews and gathered feedback from over 60 potential customers to refine the business model based on user needs and market fit.
- Led MVP development, hypothesis testing, and market research to validate the concept and assess social and commercial viability.
- Conducted market research, competitor benchmarking, and consumer trend analysis to inform product development and shape the startup's social impact strategy.
Pro-Bono Consulting Project Team Member
Social Innovation Creators' Academia
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Identified the key pain points of the social startup, DeepVisions, and cooperated with team members to flesh out an effective solution regarding the B2G and B2B marketing strategy of the company.
- Conducted in-depth research on fine dust-related data-including public funding, relevant policies, and infrastructure-across 25 Seoul districts to propose a tailored B2G partnership roadmap.
- Assessed the company's key success factors through competitor benchmarking and market positioning analysis within the domestic B2G sector.
- Took on the role of researching and proposing potential B2B partnerships and certificate acquirement strategy, providing a step-by-step analysis for global market entry.
Consulting Project Team Member
SICA X MSSA X POSCO IMP
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Company Overview: Short-Term Consulting Workshop
- Benchmarked overseas expansion strategies of leading Korean CVCs and proposed a tailored U.S. market entry strategy for POSCO IMP.
- Analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of POSCO's startup accelerator platform to identify key success factors for global scaling.
- Assessed U.S. market suitability by researching target accelerators and universities, and identified high-potential partners based on strategic alignment.
- Developed a strategic roadmap for connecting POSCO IMP with international accelerators to foster long-term global partnerships.
Intern (Language Manager)
SAYUL
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Coordinated monthly online cultural exchange forums for approximately 90 international and domestic participants from diverse backgrounds, serving as a program manager at SAYUL.
- Oversaw the language exchange program between Korean members and foreign members of different nationalities, specifically in charge of members from Italian, Azerbaijan, and Hungary.
- Produced online content, such as short videos and Instagram posts, to introduce Korean culture and traditions to a global audience.
ESG ambassador
SOVAC
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Researched marketing strategies of ESG-driven companies and increased visibility of their products and missions through social media campaigns.
- Promoted awareness of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by creating content for blogs, Instagram, and TikTok, targeting a younger audience.
- Developed digital content that raised public awareness of ESG-related initiatives and enhanced the brand messaging of social ventures.
CTS Idea Planner
KOIKA
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Came up with a business idea, 'Medi-con', based on SDG number 3, to solve the language barrier problem in Ethiopian hospitals.
- Worked on envisioning business models such as consumer personas and social-lean-canvas to expand on the business idea.
- Interviewed a medical expert from Ethiopia, as well as CEOs of domestic social corporations to gain realistic feedback on the business idea.
Team member
Temple University Women in Economics
09.2024 - 12.2024
- As the only exchange student in the club, I was able to hear from and network with speakers in various economic fields through weekly meetings, gaining career insights and advice in the process.
- Participated as a volunteer in the Share food program to donate food to local communities.
- Formed study groups with fellow students majoring in economics and conducted regular study sessions in preparation for the exams.
Team member
YUU
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Participated in weekly debate activities and worked on developing a logical mechanism for making a well-organized, comprehensive argument.
- Showed competency in public speech by attending KNC, a national debate tournament, and being recognized as the Rookie Semi Finalist.
Education
Undergraduate Degree - Economics, Life Science And Bio-Technology
Yonsei University
03.2022 - Current
2024 Fall Semester Exchange Student Program -
Temple University
09.2024 - 12.2024
Skills
Business development
Research and analysis
Consulting
International cooperation
Communication skills
Laboratory techniques
Certificates And Skills
- 2022-2 Honor Roll, Yonsei (2022.12)
- TOEFL (ETS), 116 (2023. 12. 2)
Timeline
Lab Intern
Yonsei Nanobio Laboratory
03.2025 - Current
Team member
Temple University Women in Economics
09.2024 - 12.2024
2024 Fall Semester Exchange Student Program -
Temple University
09.2024 - 12.2024
Startup Incubation Project Manager
Social Innovation Creators' Academia
01.2024 - 06.2024
Consulting Project Team Member
SICA X MSSA X POSCO IMP
11.2023 - 11.2023
Pro-Bono Consulting Project Team Member
Social Innovation Creators' Academia
09.2023 - 12.2023
Team member
YUU
03.2022 - 12.2022
Undergraduate Degree - Economics, Life Science And Bio-Technology
Yonsei University
03.2022 - Current
Intern (Language Manager)
SAYUL
02.2021 - 12.2021
ESG ambassador
SOVAC
02.2021 - 12.2021
CTS Idea Planner
KOIKA
03.2020 - 10.2020
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