Jared Fontaine
Newark, NJ 07112 **************@*****.***
PROFILE & OBJECTIVE
Seeking a full time economics or finance position. Known by peers, professors, and past employers for critical thinking, analytical, money-managing, leadership, team, commitment, and interpersonal/communication skills. Enjoy an interactive, diverse business environment and opportunity to increase productivity and efficiency. Relevant course work and experience:
● Forecast & Data Analysis ● Finite Math & Calculus ● Managerial Economics
● Financial Management ● Economic Bus Strategy ● Supply Chain/Ops Mgmt
● Financial Markets & Intl. Trade ● Labor Economics ● Communication Skills
● Computer Math & Adv Excel ● Econ. Research/Writing ● Team Skills
● Business Statistics ● Financial/Managerial Acc. ● Computer Proficiency
Relevant Research Projects
● Forecasted tuition rates for US universities based on cross sectional data of 2009
● Ran time series forecast of US national debt using various forecasting methods
● Created business proposal for a sneaker retailer, from start up to estimated gains
COMPUTER SKILLS
● Microsoft Office Suite and Access; SAS Programming; ForecastX (Adv. Excel)
EDUCATION
B. S. in Economics, Major Business Economics, Minor French
North Carolina State University (NCSU), Raleigh, NC (Grad. May, 2011)
HONORS
● Ebony Harlem Award Nominee, NCSU (4 Nominated), criteria creative poetry/performing (2010 & 2011)
LANGUAGES & STUDY ABROAD
● French: (Intermediate Level)
● Study Abroad: Paris & Lille, France (Enhanced culture, management skills) (Summer, 2010)
EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate, H&M, Elizabeth, NJ March 2011-Present
● Register responsible, responsible for both purchases and returns of the store
● Counting the register and the safe for opening and closing the store
Lifeguard, Rays Splash Planet, Charlotte, NC May-Aug 2009
● Certified first aid and lifeguard training, complying with Red Cross regulations
● Ensured the safety of the pool patrons daily and had zero accidents occur
Ramp Agent, Aircraft Service International Group, Newark, NJ May-Aug 2008
● Tested to perform specific ramp duties in compliance with Homeland Security
● Assisted coordination for timely takeoff of over 98% of aircrafts
LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
● Treasurer, National Black MBA, NCSU, 2009-2010
● President, Commercial Break Dance Crew, NCSU, 2010-2011
COMMUNITY SERVICE & SPORTS
● Volunteer, Heart Bright Foundation, Charlotte, NC, 2010-Present
● Member, Varsity Track, NCSU, 2008-2010