Objective
Ambitious recent graduate with completed coursework in engineering, with previously completed bachelors of science with majors in chemistry and math. Seeking a challenging position as an entry level engineer in a dynamic environment that has opportunity for growth and advancement.
Education
Southern Illinois University May 2016
Bachelor of Science: Mechanical Engineering
Southern Illinois University May 2013
Bachelor of Science: Chemistry and Math
Southeastern Illinois College May 2011
Associate of Science
Experience
Tax Tech Inc August 2013 to Current
Commercial Cleaner
Harrisburg, IL
Supervised the cleaning, maintenance and care of building and grounds.
Earned management trust by serving as key holder, responsibly opening and closing store.
Dillard’s October 2014 to May 2016
Costumer Service Representative/ Sales Associate
Marion, IL
Answered an average of 60 calls per day by addressing customer inquiries, solving problems and providing new product information.
Resolved all customer complaints in a professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction to build and maintain customer relations.
Mentored new sales associates to contribute to the store's positive culture.
Organized and managed a stockroom of over 10,000 pairs of shoes
Worked as a team with fellow associates to reach sales goals
Southern Illinois University October 2014 to May 2016
Undergraduate Assistant
Carbondale, IL
Worked on protein domain structure characterization of the KH and HD domains in the CvfA protein from Streptococcus pyogenes.
Used bioinformatics and ion-exchange chromatography for analysis of protein expression.
Determined equipment operating efficiency and routinely calibrated scales to minimize leakage due to calibration errors.
Revised old methods and developed new techniques to improve ion exchange chromatography efficiency for the HD domain of interest.
TTI Golf Club October 2014 to May 2016
House Manager
Cave-In-Rock, IL
Oversaw daily office operations for staff of 3 employees.
Oversaw inventory and purchases.
Balanced books and made nightly deposits.
Awards and Certifications
Recipient of June Rice Malan Math Award
Recipient of Sam Porter Chemistry Award
Recipient of Carl A. and Janet S. Jennings Scholarship
ACS certified chemist
Certificate of completion for Matlab programming course through Udemy
References
Dr. Peter R. Patrylo
Associate Professor
Southern Illinois University
Department of Physiology, Life Science II, Room 176
Phone: 618-***-****
Email: ********@******.***
Stan Hutchison
Supervisor
Tax Tech Inc. Owner
208 N Main St, Harrisburg, IL 62946
Phone ; 618-***-****
Jessica Holder
Shoe Manager
Dillard’s
3000 W. De Young Street, Marion, IL 62959
Phone: 618-***-****