2324T2 Silicon Valley/Participant Information/Lynn Khoo

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About Lynn Khoo

SMU email: lynn.khoo.2022@scis.smu.edu.sg
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnkwl/
Academic Year: Year 2 (2022)
Degree: BSc Information Systems

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Why Virtual TSM?

  • What motivates you to join TSM?

I am motivated to join TSM as it is the global epicentre of technology innovation home to many tech giants, startups and venture capital firms. I believe that the opportunity for learning would be endless. By immersing myself in the heart of the industry, I will be able to gain firsthand insights into the diverse roles within the tech industry. I will also be able to witness the entrepreneurial spirit that Silicon Valley is known for. I believe that it will be able to inspire and motivate me in my academic pursuits and career goals. Additionally, I feel that this trip will bridge the gap between what I have learnt in the classroom and real-world application, especially in the context of business processes and startup ideation. With Silicon alley being synonymous with innovation, I can witness firsthand how business innovate and come up with their cutting-edge technological solutions. I believe I will be able to learn a lot from the people, as well as companies, there.

  • Where would you like to visit?

Stanford University: I hope to explore their campus which has produced many tech innovators. Additionally, I hope to attend some tech-related events there.
Tech Company HQs such as Google, Netflix, Meta: I hope to visit their headquarters and hopefully, attend some their guided tours. I am interested in learning more about these companies’ cultures.

Starting a business

  • What types of business interest you?

X business with X technology that will change the way we do things.

  • What plans do you have in starting a business?

I aim to start a X business that does X in the X industry.

Past Experiences (optional)

Startup:

  • Company name (website) What it does? Founders: Name. Years: May '22 - Aug '22

Internships:

  • National Cancer Centre Singapore - Associate Research Coordinator : Years Apr '22 - Sep '22

CCA:

  • SMU Sports Union - Events Deputy: Years Jan '23 - current