Education
2020 - 2025
York University - Lassonde School of Engineering
B.Eng., Spec. Hons. Mechanical Engineering
Samer's Job Experience
A good education is a well-rounded one. As I am studying at York University, I have had the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, some traditional and others outside the box. All of this has helped me become the person I am today and what I am dreaming to be, which is why I hold it in such high regard. Want to know more? Get in touch with me today.
May 2023 - April 2025
Manufacturing Process Engineering Intern
Celestica
Supported manufacturing and inspection activities for Class 3 low-volume PCB assemblies, ensuring compliance with CGP, ITAR, ISO 9001, IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards for quality, soldering, wiring, and documentation control.
• Optimized and documented PCB manufacturing processes for 100+ exciting and NPI products in PTH, Manual/Mechanical assembly, ERSA, and Wave Soldering, improving efficiency using lean manufacturing and reducing defects using PFMEA.
• Designed and validated 35+ custom tooling and fixtures in SolidWorks to optimize different processes, ensuring compliance with GD&T and DFM principles. The major designs reduced assembly time by 30 min per product, leading to $140,000 + annual savings.
• Updated and maintained Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPIs), BOMs, and technical reports in support of engineering change processes.
• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including AOI, AXI, bonding, wash, hand soldering, and coating, to ensure product and process quality across departments.
• Initiated and implemented continuous improvement projects, such as automating kitting and component preparation by eliminating repetitive tasks and reducing order setup time
• Executed preventive maintenance procedures on solder fume extractors, label printers, and torque screwdrivers to sustain their ongoing operational efficacy and durability.
September 2022 - April 2023
Accreditation & Quality Assurance Assistant
Lassonde School of Engineering
Assist with collecting and tracking course material of the Earth Science and Space Engineering department, data, and other relevant information for accreditation exercises.
Liaise and follow up with faculty, course directors, and curriculum committees to gather information required for accreditation reports.
Support committees by circulating materials, organizing workshops and minute taking.
May 2022 - August 2022
k2i STEM Program Mentor
Co-op
k2i Academy - Lassonde School of Engineering
Conducted research on reducing slips and falls on ice under the supervision of Professor Reza Rizvi. Research results in the creation of an Automatic Salt dispenser prototype.
Worked collaboratively with k2i academy Program Mentors, Faculty and Staff to develop and deliver virtual and hands-on STEM activities and lessons to supplement the Research Poster.
Mentored 8 high students to support the research by studying the effects of increasing the coefficient of friction on different materials’ surfaces.
Sep 2020 - Apr 2021
Math Tutor
The Arab Community Center of Toronto
Provided online math homework help for newcomers students, grades 7 & 9, using online resources such as IXL to provide extra examples and problem-solving techniques.
Managed 5-8 students at each online session and engaged students and made entertaining lessons to hold interest and encourage online learning.
Jun 2018 - Oct 2018
Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant
Save The Children International Lebanon • Beirut
Educated groups of refugee children aged 3-5 years old according to provided Early Childhood Care and Development programme, using interactive teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests.
Organized educational, recreational, and social activities for students such as exploration trips.
Nov 2018 – Aug 2019
Digital Literacy Mentor
Borderless NGO • Beirut-Lebanon
Delivered e-learning courses in math, science, Arabic and English literacy for refugee children by using Thaki.org interactive educational resources.
Created a summer volunteering program based on the e-learning courses, and succeeded to recruit, and training 15 volunteers on e-learning materials and techniques.
Nov 2017 - Jun 2018
Arabic Literacy Program Facilitator
Managed and educate groups of 20 Syrian refugee children aged 9-14 who have not been in school before, following the Lebanese curriculum in Arabic, math, and science.
Provided additional sessions in peacebuilding, exploring identity, and life skills.
Prepared students to smoothly transition into Lebanese formal schooling and catch up on gaps in education that many students have experienced.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITES
The best way to spend free time while studying at a university!
Academic Peer Support Assistant
Lassonde School of Engineering • York University
• Tutored 50 first-year engineering students enrolled in Renaissance Engineer 1 (ENG 1101).
• Collaborated with new and continuing students to create an individualized study plan and track progress.
• Delivered weekly presentations on a variety of topics including enrollment, study resources and academic support.
Students Refugee Program Coordinator
World University Service of Canada (WUSC) at York University
• Assisted sponsored refugee students with academic, accommodation, and well-being matters during the first year of
their arrival to Canada.
• Planned and established tabling and fundraising events, managed to make one tabling event per week at York
University, fundraising an average of 80 $ per week to help cover sponsored students’ expenses.
Volunteer Experience
Jun 2015 - Aug 2017
Life Skill Program Facilitator
Sayiar • Damsucs | Syria
Developed content and facilitated weekly sessions focused on life skills through interactive peace-building sessions, nonviolent communication, and peer support, delivered to vulnerable children, mostly homeless children.
Support co-facilitators by delivering and developing art-thereby sessions and collaborating with artists and therapists.
Summer 2017
Group facilitator
Right to Play Lebanon • Beirut | Lebanon
Facilitated and delivered 26 sessions of the “Music for Development” program for 2 groups of 15 refugee children aged 12-17 years old in a rented community center.
Focused on rising life skills to all participants, enabling self-expression and creating a safe space for dialogue through Music performance, drama and role-playing.
Community
Move Forward Hiking & Camping Team
As one of the 6 founding members of the Move Forward Hiking Team, I helped establish a non-profit community dedicated to connecting people through nature-based experiences such as hiking, camping, and outdoor exploration. Our team organizes regular recreational events across national parks, forests, and natural reserves to encourage well-being, resilience, and social connection through outdoor activities.
My role included co-leading trip planning, contributing to communication and community outreach coordination, and preparing and facilitating recreational, team-building, and discussion session activities during the trips. — to empower individuals to overcome challenges through nature and build a supportive, inclusive community.
The Move Forward Community has since expanded and now is welcoming over +100 hikers and is planning for 2 long trips in the Summer of 2025.
