My name is Shukri Aziz. I am an energetic, ambitious, self-starter who likes to "think outside the box," and I am looking for a new challenge.
As a student whose preparing a career I have been immersed in a culture that nurtures autonomy and independent thinking, and I believe your company will provide me opportunities to excel in a collaborative, team-based environment. I want to be part of an elite team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals who deliver creative, innovative and cutting-edge solutions to a variety of clients around the world.
After researching about the groundbreaking projects your company has done, and latest achievement you’ve made through advanced technology inspired me to apply to your company. I am looking for a career that is personally and financially rewarding with tremendous opportunities to grow and achieve, I believe your company is the place for me.
Sincerely,
Shukri Aziz, M.U.P.E.P
Texas Southern University
Urban Planning & Environmental Policy
************@*****.***
Main: 832-***-****
Cell: 832-***-****
M. SHUKRI AZIZ, SR.
2750 Holly Hall Street Apt: 118, Houston, Texas 77054 832-***-**** ************@*****.***
Objective: To utilize my training and related experience to secure a responsible and challenging position in the capacity where I may contribute to the growth of both perspective employer and myself.
EDUCATION:
Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas
Masters in Urban Planning and Environmental Policy: May 14th, 2011
Concentration: 1. Wastewater issues. 2. Studied maintaining permits. 3. Working Knowledge of Texas Environmental Compliance Laws.
Master’s Degree in Urban Planning & Environmental Policy
GPA: 3.0
Bachelor of Arts in History May 2008
Dean Honors GPA 3.39
Wiley College, Marshall, Texas
EXPERIENCE:
Last Job: Southwest Shipyard/Tank Cleaner in Gas Front Operations
• Duties: Perform Turnovers, Purges, Butter-washes and Hand-washes.
• Stripe and blow chemicals and clean black oil.
Job: Aquilex Hydochem at Lynndellbassin Plant
• Position: Hydro-blaster in petrochemical industry
Call Center Representative at Texas Southern University Enrollment Services Department
• Answered questions concerning admissions, registration and financial aid.
Volunteering for Jew Don Boney at the T.S.U. Mickey Leland Center
January 2010-ended May-2010 Washington, DC
Mickey Leland Congressional Intern
● Conducted legislative research and drafted Legislative documents
● Handled constituent correspondence, assisted with referrals & inquiries to federal agencies
Graduate Research Assistant
May 2009-Present Houston, TX
● Conducted research on Urban Planning and Environmental Policy issues
● Supported faculty/student activities as needed
● Assisted with special events & student outreach
Owens Management, Plating Intern
June 2009-August 2009 Houston, TX
● Conducted research on how to build energy efficient homes
● Assisted in the Occupation Certification Process
● Participated in the Plating process for the construction of low-income family homes.
State Representative Kenyatta Johnson, (District 186,) Intern
May 2008-August 2008, Philadelphia, PA
● Assisted with constituent services
● Represented office at community events
● Performed clerical & administrative duties, as needed
Damon K. Roberts & Associates, L.L.C (Intern)
June 2008-September 2008, Philadelphia, PA
● Set up initial Consultation Interviews with real-estate attorney and clients
● Handled legal administrative tasks
University of Arkansas-George Washington Carver Intern
May 2006-August 2006 Fayetteville, AR
● Conducted qualitative research on early African American Social Work Educators in Arkansas
● Research focused on first African American social work educators in Arkansas
● Produced research paper & graphic presentation of results
Philadelphia Parking Authority/ PPA (High School Intern)
Summer 2004
● My duties at the PPA were to clean parking lots and garages, weed whack parking lots, paint buildings, and clean trainers.
Lincoln Financial Distribution/ LFD (High School Intern
Summer 2004
● I worked as an assistant to all employees at LFD Company. I typed documents, sent emails and operated all office machinery.
ACTIVITIES AND AWARDS:
● 2012, TWIC Card Holder
● 2012, Houston Area Safety Council: Passed 10 Reciprocal Courses including General Safety, Basic Plus and Hazwoper I & II
● 2012, OSHA Certification
● 2012, CEO and part owner of GHORGH Digital Media LLC
● 2011, Earned Master’s Degree in Urban Planning and Environmental Policy
● 2010, Mickey Leland Congressional Intern
● 2009, Member of the Student Planning Organization
● 2008, Dean Scholars List Award
● 2008, McNair Participation Award
● 2008, Harrison County Precinct 3 Manager
● 2008, Elected: Primary Delegate March 4, 2008 during primary election
● 2008, Barack Obama Student Campaign Manager at Wiley College
● 2008, Ronald McNair Scholar
● 2007, Wiley College Debate Club Member
● 2007, Student Government Association
● 2007, University of Arkansas, School of English Graduate Research Intern
● 2006, Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund’s 6th Annual Leadership Institute Recruitment Conference
● 2006, Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated Alpha Chi Chapter
● 2006, CLEO Road to Law School
● 2006, University of Arkansas, School of Social Work Graduate Research Intern
● 2005, Counselor Award from College for Teens Internship
● 2005, Faculty Scholars Honors List Award and Dean’s List
● 2005, Vice President of Residential Life
● 2004, Chaka Fattah Educational Advancement Alliance Award
● 2004, Overall Improvement Award from South Philadelphia High School
● 2004, Appreciation Award for End of Youth Violence Essay 2004
● 2001, Tabor Adolescence Initiative Program (AIP) Award
SKILLS AND TRAINING:
● JSA, EPA, NIOSH, Lockout-Tagout, confined space training
● Hazard Assessment, Hazard Communications and PRCS entry
● OSHA: Inspector
● CPR and First Aid Certified
● Forklift operator certified
● GIS-Geographic Information Systems (software)
● Community Assessments Research
● Feasibility Studies & Research
● Community Profile & Demographic Research
● Population Projections
● Google Sketch –Up Pro
● Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, Access, Outlook and Publisher
● Social Networking, Internet Research
● Oracle, CISCO, HTML and Banner
REFERENCES: Available Upon Request