Hungry for work and eager to launch my professional career, following my May 2018 graduation.
june 1996
Oakland, CA
Born and raised in the Bay Area. Whilst taught the value of hard work and ethics at a young age, I am a driven, critical thinking, achiever. With my sharp quantitative mindset and strong communication skills, I have the tools to separate myself in the political and any realm of work.
Work Experience
2017
May - September
Pool Manager, The Hills Swim and Tennis Club
Oakland, CA
Managed all swimming pool and outside operations including customer service with members and guests. CPR, AED (Automated External Defibrillator), and EO (Emergency Oxygen) Administration Certified. Supervised and managed the staff of lifeguards on duty.
2014-2017
May - may
Life Guard, The Hills Swim and Tennis Club
Oakland, CA
Provided direct supervision of patrons and maintained safety standards during recreational and fitness swim. CPR (Cardiopummonary Resuscitation) and First Aid Certified. Attended monthly staff meetings and in-service trainings. Promoted to Pool Manager, May 2017.
2012-2017
June - December
Assistant to the CEO/Owner, Caffé Trio
south san francisco, CA
During summer and winter breaks, I have worked under the owner, assisting with administrative, executive and barista duties, while helping train employees, maintain high food handling service and run the operations.
Intern, Law Firm of Higbee & Associates
santa ana, CA
Assisted attorneys and clerks with organizational duties. Recorded monthly expenses. Prepared and sent out finalized client invoices.
2016-2017
may - september
2016-2017
april - september
Swim Instructor, The Swimming Swan
orange, CA
Conducted swim lessons to kids and adults of all ages using fundamental techniques and learning styles. Taught the basics of swimming to beginners and focused on technique with more advanced swimmers. Designed and implemented games in order to practice certain techniques and skills. Responsible for the life of children and adult in the pool for whom I was teaching. Built lasting peer-mentor relationships with those I instructed.
Languages
Mandarin and Cantonese -- Proficient in speaking, reading and writing
Volunteer Work
Chapman University Delta Tau Delta "Delta Queen" Philanthropy Event Volunteer, Orange, CA: Our 2017 Delta Queen show raised nearly $30,000 and put Delta Tau Delta over the $1million threshold of money donated to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), an incredible organization dedicated to the treatment and elimination of Type 1 diabetes. March 2017.
Volunteer, Chaparral House, Berkeley, CA: Provided resident-centered care in a home-like environment in a consistently highly rated Nonprofit Skilled Nursing Eldercare Community. Care included reading, playing games and leading craft activities for the residents. October 2013 - November 2016.
Tutor and Volunteer, Saint Theresa Extended Care Program, Oakland, CA: During high school, I returned to my elementary school to help provide students with a safe and nurturing environment, outdoor recreation, enrichment activities, a homework zone and nutritious snacks. I worked with STEP to promote social interaction between students of all ages and encourage the creative process through play. August 2011 - June 2012.
Extra Curricular
Hong Kong National Water Polo Team: Practiced and played scrimmages with, while studying abroad. January 2017 - May 2017.
Delta Tau Delta fraternity at Chapman University: Vice President of Finance/Treasurer. January - December 2016.
Chapman Surf Club: Member
The Hills Swim Team: Member
Alameda Water Polo Club: Member
Education
2018
May
Chapman University
Orange, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Minor in Business Administration
Recipient of the Kerschner Scholar Award, Delta Tau Delta, Fall 2017
Courses included: Asian Comparative Politics; Democracy and Democratization; Energy Politics; Financial Management; Fundamentals of Marketing; Management of Organizations; Media and Politics; Psychology of International Conflict.
2017
may- December
Semester Abroad in Hong Kong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Sha Tin, Hong Kong, China
Independently adapted to a new country, communicated cross-culturally, managed personal finances, took political and financial classes, and gained proficiency in Cantonese.
Courses included: Macroeconomics; Financial Accounting; Corporate Social Responsibility and Business Ethics; Asian Comparative Politics.
2014
may
Bishop O'Dowd High School
oakland, CA
High school diploma, with Honors, from a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school.
Captain, Men's Water Polo team
Captain, Men's Swim Team
