About Me
I’m an 8th-semester Economics student at PUCP, interested in macroeconomics and statistical analysis. I enjoy working on economic/financial analysis, market research, and reporting. I use Excel, Python, and Stata to automate workflows and analyze data.
Economics • Data • Applied Research
Focused on macroeconomics, applied econometrics, and computational tools for research and public policy.
- Location: Lima (Pueblo Libre)
- University: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
- Email: jyika@pucp.edu.pe
- Phone: +51 983733611
- Languages: English B2 • French A2.5 • Mandarin (basic)
- Availability: Internships / Academic Projects
I completed intensive training at QLAB-PUCP (Machine Learning and Advanced Applied Econometrics), and I participate in Económica (PUCP) supporting reporting, documentation, and social impact initiatives.
Resume
Education, experience, certificates, and key information.
Summary
Joalhé Cevir Yika Medrano
Economics student (PUCP) with interests in macroeconomics and statistical analysis. Experience in automation and analysis using Excel, Python, and Stata; reporting and applied research proposals.
- Lima (Pueblo Libre)
- +51 983733611
- jyika@pucp.edu.pe
Education
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)
Mar 2021 – Dec 2026
B.A. in Economics
- Highlights: Intermediate Macro Econometrics (Top 5), International Economics (Top 4), Research Seminar (Class Rep.).
- Class representative for core courses (History of Economic Thought, Research Seminar).
Certificates
ECCE – University of Michigan
English B2
International English certification (B2 level).
QLAB-PUCP – Introduction to Machine Learning (Public Management & Social Sciences)
Supervised/unsupervised learning applied to research and public policy.
QLAB-PUCP – Advanced Applied Econometrics
DiD, SCM, IV, RD, Causal Forest, and evaluation design.
INFOPUC – Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Spreadsheet automation and advanced functions.
INFOPUC – Python for Machine Learning
Python fundamentals applied to ML.
Experience (Training & Associations)
QLAB-PUCP – AI & Computational Methods Lab
Jan 2025 – Mar 2025
Economics Track (Half Scholarship)
- Intensive training in programming and research-focused tools.
- Machine Learning: proposal on labor informality in Peru using ENAHO.
- Advanced Applied Econometrics: DiD, SCM, IV, RD, and Causal Forest in real cases.
- Project: evaluation of “Trabaja Perú” by regions using DiD (MTPE).
Económica (PUCP) – University Social Responsibility
Aug 2024 – Present
Volunteer • Fundraising Coordinator (Aug–Dec 2024)
- Prepared reports and compliance minutes for projects.
- Participated in social initiatives (e.g., beach/school cleanups).
- Supported group formalization and administrative procedures (SENAJU/RENOJ).
- Produced outreach materials on environmental/social responsibility and ongoing projects.
Languages
- English: B2 (ECCE, PET, KET)
- French: A2.5
- Mandarin Chinese: Basic 2
Skills
Tools and soft skills.
Software
Advanced: Python, Excel, Office, LaTeX
Intermediate: EViews, MATLAB, Stata
Basic: R, SQL, Power BI
Areas of Interest
Macro • Applied Econometrics • ML for Public Policy • Reporting Automation • Market Research & Financial Analysis
Analytical Thinking
Evidence-driven approach to structure problems and communicate results clearly.
Teamwork
Experience coordinating and collaborating on academic and association projects.
Problem Solving
Using quantitative tools to solve tasks and improve processes efficiently.
Leadership
Leading initiatives and coordinating teams to deliver results under deadlines.
Projects
Examples based on research proposals (you can add links to GitHub/Drive).
ML + ENAHO: Labor Informality
Proposal to estimate the probability that a university student enters and remains in the informal sector using supervised/unsupervised learning techniques.
- Dataset: ENAHO
- Tools: Python
- Suggested output: notebook + executive brief
Impact Evaluation: “Trabaja Perú”
Proposal to evaluate program effectiveness by regions using Difference-in-Differences (DiD).
- Dataset: MTPE (reference)
- Tools: Stata / Python
- Methods: DiD (+ extensions)
Contact
You can reach me through email or phone, and via my social profiles.
Location
Lima, Peru
Phone
+51 983733611
jyika@pucp.edu.pe