Sample 1:
I've always been interested in the concept of intelligent machines since I was a kid. The mere concept that a computer capable of thinking for itself could achieve so much opened my mind to unlimited possibilities. Furthermore, as a firsthand observer of the advent of high-speed modern technology, I felt compelled to investigate and master computer foundations. With this drive, I enrolled in the famed Indian Institute of Technology, ABC, where I majored in Electrical Engineering. Following graduation in 2014, I began my professional career with XYZ Technologies, where I worked on cutting-edge GPUs and networking devices. This job experience piqued my interest in the discipline and encouraged me to pursue my academic interests in the topic.
Various topics of Electrical Engineering were introduced to me during my undergraduate studies. As a freshman, the subject Digital Design ignited my academic interest in computer hardware. I was astounded by the brilliance of using basic binary numbers to construct complicated digital electronics. Advanced classes like Computer Architecture and Operating Systems exposed me to the complexities and operation of computer hardware components like cache and pipelining, piquing my curiosity even more. As I became more familiar with the many components, the architecture became more natural, and I became more invested in the topic. The Embedded Systems and Digital Hardware Design classes, taught by Professor ABC, inspired me to learn more about the topic.
I went to intern at XYZ, a company based in the United States, at the conclusion of my junior year. I was assigned to the printing R&D group, where I had the opportunity to work with and interact with industry professionals. This was also my first professional hands-on experience with Verilog and industrial simulation tools, so I learned a lot about the many aspects of digital design. I successfully built and installed hardware to assist with printer head inspection. It came naturally to me to design the hardware. Because the incoming data from the printer head was faster than the maximum exiting data speed, the design needed a memory. I saved data in serial address for the convenience of implementation, which could be read by a computer through a USB cable.
During my junior and senior years, I worked on an optical structures research project for a year under Prof XYZ's supervision. I designed and performed simulations of several nanostructures using approaches such as FDTD and RCWA to assess their potential for medicinal applications. This project provided me with an opportunity to explore a new path outside of computer architecture and widen my horizons. But, most significantly, it made me understand that computer architecture was a more intuitive and interesting area for me.
I began my professional experience as a Formal Verification Engineer at XYZ in order to pursue computer hardware further. XYZ is a Silicon Valley-based firm that does Formal Verification for major semiconductor firms. XYZ has given me amazing job experience working on cutting-edge technologies with industry specialists. Over the course of my 2.5-year professional career, I've worked with a variety of designers from various businesses on networking and GPU chips. I've signed off on over 15 RTL designs with varied functions and design difficulties. I've obtained insight into the workings of formal engines operating in the background by using a variety of state-of-the-art formal tools. I've had the chance to test and compare the merits of several solvers based on BDD, BMC, SAT, or a mix of these. Interacting with the design and simulation teams gave me a better understanding of the numerous mechanisms that go into hardware development. This employment also helped me improve my communication skills and learn to work as part of a team.
I've been working on formal verification of the GPU's L1 cache for the past six months. It was a difficult challenge to verify using formal methods since it was such a large design. I recognised each cause of complexity and develop strategies to combat it through experiments and analysis. I constructed a formal verification environment based on each solution that provided excellent results and uncovered over 20 corner-case deadlock faults that were tough to detect using simulation.
Working with formal verification has been an eye-opening experience. Each design presents a unique difficulty that necessitates creative solutions. Taking on these issues necessitated multiple conversations and brainstorming sessions with my peers. It has piqued my interest in working on more intricate designs. I was also able to attend the Design Automation Conference (DAC) 2016, which was hosted at XYZ. My desire to work on new technologies has grown as a result of this experience. I am confident that returning to academia will give me a fascinating atmosphere and an excellent opportunity to contribute to current research in this sector.
Sample 2:
The mysteries of physics and mathematics have captivated me, so I decided to pursue engineering to satisfy my curiosity. My passion for these disciplines was channelled and well-targeted as a result, and I was able to pursue a successful career in them. As I learned more about these topics and got experience in the industry, I concluded I wanted to pursue additional studies in Electrical Engineering. I sought advice from seniors at college and at work who had known me for a few years and came to the decision that a master's degree in electrical engineering would be the greatest fit for my present situation. I am convinced that my decision will benefit me in the long run and will assist me in getting closer to my goals.
Since elementary school, I've had an interest in mathematics and science. I channelled my inclinations towards the desired direction throughout my intermediates, majoring in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. My academic achievement has always been above average throughout the years. I passed my 10th and 12th grades with 97 percent and 92 percent marks, respectively, in 2013 and 2015. I've also been engaged outside of the classroom, as a frequent member of our college's basketball team. In my spare time, I enjoy reading tech blogs and playing the guitar. During my graduation, I became interested in EEE and was accepted to XYZ University. My analytical and quantitative talents were my natural strengths, and they inspired me to pursue a career in this field.
In 2018, I earned a Bachelor of Engineering with a specialisation in Electrical Engineering from XYZ in Mumbai, India. My time as an undergraduate student was quite fruitful. Electromagnetic field, Control systems, Power Electronics, Electrical measurements, Linear Integrated Circuits, Electronics, Pulse and digital circuits, Digital Signal Processing, Power systems, Electromechanics, Microprocessors & Microcontrollers, High voltage engineering, Modelling of power system components, Utilization of electrical energy, and so on were among the modules I was exposed to.
After graduation, I was hired as an electrical engineer at XYZ. I've been in the sector for a year and have been able to greatly improve my key abilities. Given that I have been working with seasoned individuals in the business, 2019-2020 has been a fruitful learning period for me. At this time, it would be prudent for me to enrol in your respected university's advanced programme. My time at XYZ has significantly improved my ability to adapt, direct, and execute initiatives. My behaviour pleased the recruiters, and I was reassigned to a higher unit. My organisational skills also paid off, and I was given the task of managing technology and the issues that came with it.
After completing my Master's degree, I plan to return to my native country and pursue changes in the sector. In particular, I'd like to work in a management capacity, assuming the role of a senior engineer in one of India's largest corporations. I can help my business by leveraging my work expertise and freshly obtained academic knowledge. True enjoyment in information gain, in my opinion, comes from putting it into practice. A profession in this field would provide me with intellectual independence as well as the potential to innovate. A decade from now, I imagine myself working with a research team, conceiving futuristic technology.
