Qing Yin
Master of International Affairs
Math Teacher at After School Learning Tree
Background
I’m a recent graduate of UC San Diego’s School of Global Policy and Strategy, where I earned my Master of International Affairs with a concentration in International Management. My training emphasized quantitative analysis, fiscal management, and institutional coordination. Now I want to apply those skills toward improving efficiency and accountability in public sector operations. At the City of San Diego, I contributed to data-driven improvements in municipal workflows, creating automated fiscal tracking tools and process dashboards that modernized financial transparency and service delivery. My experience at M20 Genomics further strengthened my ability to translate complex technical information into actionable insights and manage cross-cultural communications between research teams and global stakeholders. As a Vice President of Finance for my graduate organization, I managed budgets and coordinated with leadership to ensure responsible allocation of institutional resources. Across roles, I’ve developed a data-informed and collaborative approach to solving organizational challenges. Proficient in R, Power BI, Python, and SmartSheet, I’m motivated by opportunities that combine analytics, communication, and strategic planning to advance effective public administration and evidence-based policy.
Job experience
- September 2025 - presentMath Teacher
After School Learning TreeSan Diego, CA, USA - May 2025 - presentGIS Consultant
Energetic Management AssociatesSan Diego, CA, USAProvided GIS consulting services for the Bustins Island Village Corporation under a professional services contract.
Conducted initial project scoping meetings and data collection efforts to define deliverables and mapping requirements.
Reviewed and evaluated open-source basemap construction options using QGIS to support community mapping initiatives.
Prepared technical documentation outlining processes, data sources, and recommended tools for project implementation.
Collaborated with project leadership to refine geospatial project goals and provide training on GIS Tools.
- October 2024 - presentGIS Analyst
County of San Diego Emergency ResponseSan Diego, CA, USAManage and update geospatial datasets and maps for emergency response, including property, infrastructure, and evacuation routes.
Ensure data accuracy and integration with emergency management systems (CAD, EOCs, MDTs).
Conduct spatial analysis for risk assessment, disaster impact, and resource tracking.
Collaborate with emergency services and maintain GIS database security and compliance.
Completed specialized training in GIS and emergency management systems, including Esri and FEMA.
- November 2024 - May 2025Marketing Manager
M20 GenomicsSan Diego, CA, USATranslated marketing materials from Chinese to English for academic audiences.
Received advanced training on biology topics to do with single cell sequencing resulting in a working understanding of molecular biology topics despite minimal prior experience
Developed and presented single cell sequencing marketing content to research clients and university staff.
Created content and managed post scheduling for US social media strategy on LinkedIn and X platforms including technical articles and blogs
Acted as liaison between diverse teams, clients, and partners across the US, China, and Singapore to facilitate logistics, conference planning, and lead development
Conducted market competition analysis on competitor firms Parse Biosciences, Scale Biosciences, and Vizgen
- June 2024 - December 2024Management Intern
City of San DiegoSan Diego, CA, USACity of San Diego (COSD) Performance and Analytics Department, San Diego, CA
Conducted data analysis on city equity initiatives in services such as pothole filling and trash/recycling collection
Investigated reports of missed collection to determine root cause of disruption of service for the Environmental Services Department
Assisted department team members with effective presentation construction to enhance communication with other city departments
COSD Stormwater Department
Built Power BI Fiscal process baseline upgrade through Power Query for the COSD Stormwater Department for fiscal year 2025
Constructed entire digitization process in SmartSheet for COSD Stormwater Department vehicle management tracking and form submission
Consulted for a peer project working on process automation for data refresh of financial and budget data from Stormwater Subdivisions
COSD Summer Civics Internship
Received 170+ hours of training and presentations provided by COSD
Collaborated with a team on weekly departmental projects, contributing to project planning, execution, and presentation preparation
Presented policy recommendations to COSD departments: Planning, Parks & Recreation, Sustainability and Mobility, and Environmental Services
- September 2023 - April 2024Instructional Assistant
University of California, San DiegoManaged records and deliverables for 55 students in undergraduate history class and provided feedback on assignments and projects
Assisted in developing solutions for laboratories in Digital History and Memory studies involving the use of archived newspapers at UC San Diego Library Database
- September 2023 - May 2024Student Admissions and Marketing Assistant
University of California, San DiegoSan Diego, CA, USACoordinated a team of over 60 student ambassadors and organized recruitment events, panels, and outreach activities, enhancing institutional engagement with prospective and admitted students.
Managed data collection and analysis for more than 600 students across multiple cohorts, evaluating the effectiveness of outreach programs and supporting evidence-based improvements to admissions strategy.
Supported outreach and admissions operations by coordinating large-scale recruitment events, information sessions, and ambassador-led panels to strengthen engagement with prospective students.
Drafted professional correspondence, public-facing materials, and event summaries for departmental leadership, enhancing transparency and communication efficiency.
- May 2023 - June 2024Vice President of Finance
School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS)San Diego, CA, USAAdministered and tracked a $35,000 annual budget for graduate student organizations, ensuring responsible allocation of funds and compliance with institutional financial policies.
Led the strategic planning and approved funding for 13 student organizations, collaborating with student government officials to facilitate event planning, marketing, and reimbursements.
Supervised fund usage, maintained thorough records, and implemented transparent processes to support fiscal responsibility and organizational accountability.
Fostered communication and partnership between student government and organization leaders, improving engagement, efficiency, and the successful execution of large-scale events.
- September 2019 - September 2024Graduate Student Researcher
University of California, San Diego21st Century China Center, San Diego, CA
Provided data review of machine learning Algorithm categorization procedure of Chinese officials’ career trajectory to construct research database
Provided edits and machine learning training to the model to improve efficiency of processing information for research projects focused on Chinese Elite Politics
University of California, San Diego
Built and programmed a K Nearest Neighbors algorithm for prediction of labor actions in the United States
Developed a comprehensive global expansion strategy for Chinese EV Auto company BYD
Conducted research on Chinese refugee policy since 1950, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) regulation, and current US laws
Executed a Statecraft Simulation for an international organization negotiating collective action on issues including counterterrorism, world hunger, and nuclear nonproliferation
- June 2017 - August 2024Research Project Manager
Sun Yat-Sen UniversityOversaw the editing and quality assurance of 50+ research manuscripts, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to international publishing standards for medical and scientific journals.
Developed and drafted supporting materials such as chart captions and visual aids, improving the effectiveness of scientific communication for both internal teams and external stakeholders.
Education
- University of California, San Diego
Master of International Affairs2022 - 2024UC San Diego, School of Global Policy and Strategy, San Diego, CA
Capstone project: Strategy and Negotiation, “International Business Expansion”
Major Courses: Econometrics, Regression Analysis, Quantitative Methods (Statistics), Marketing, Globalization, Finance - University of California, San Diego
Bachelor of Arts International Studies2019 - 2021Undergraduate thesis: “Chinese Refugee Policy”
Major Courses: International Organizations, Political Science, Environmental Policy, Refugee Policy
Certifications
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IIS-700.b National Incident Management System
FEMA | National Disaster &Emergency Management University
- June 2025 -
IS-100 Incident Command System, ICS-100
FEMA | National Disaster &Emergency Management University
- June 2025