Student Affairs

Graduate Intern @ Career Services
January 2010 - Present
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

  • Create work abroad packet for graduating students
  • Observe and evaluate student appointments for career advising issues
  • Aided in development of co-op abroad program for GVSU Engineering students


Study Abroad Graduate Assistant @ Padnos International Center
August 2009 - Present
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, Michigan, USA

  • Advise students on study abroad opportunities available through Grand Valley and third-party providers
  • Lead 15+ pre-departure orientation sessions for students studying abroad
  • Evaluate students' study abroad applications and accept/deny as appropriate
  • Collaborate with faculty department heads to determine course equivalencies for international partner institutions
  • Supervise one undergraduate intern


Master's-Level Career Services Intern @ Aquinas Career and Counseling Services
May 2009 - August 2009
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

  • Advised students and alumni on job search strategies and interviewing skills
  • Reviewed student and alumni cover letters and resumes
  • Revised publications on cover letters and resumes, interviewing, and networking
  • Participated in on-site intern evaluations with the Internship Coordinator
  • Developed training manual for subsequent Career Services Interns


Study Abroad Graduate Intern @ Padnos International Center
May 2009 - August 2009
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, Michigan, USA

  • Created study abroad program-specific information sheets with detailed instructions for study abroad partner institutions
  • Researched visa and entrance requirements for 13 countries


Graduate Assistant @ McNair Scholars Program
August 2008 - April 2009
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, Michigan, USA

  • Advised 20+ prospective McNair Scholars of application process and summer research requirements
  • Participated in interview process of 16 potential Scholars
  • Edited McNair Scholars Journal and students' research manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, consistency, and style guide rules
  • Designed Program brochures using Microsoft Publisher for broader marketing appeal
  • Updated and maintained Program Web site on weekly basis
  • Compiled 100+ students' information for improved accessibility


Webmaster & Office Worker @ Beloit College Admissions
September 2001 - August 2003
Beloit College
Beloit, Wisconsin, USA

  • Designed and implemented new layout for Admitted Students' Web page
  • Restructured Web site for more efficient organization
  • Led college tours for prospective students and their families
  • Completed other office duties as required

Specialized

Closed Captioning Editor @ Closed Captioning Services, Inc.
December 2007 - August 2008
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

  • Transcribed audio files
  • Timed transcription to video file
  • Transfered VHS tapes to digital format
  • Performed extensive Internet and book research
  • Quickly and efficiently worked without supervision
  • Made independent judgment calls


Freelancer @ Vintage Views Prints
June 2006 - May 2008
East Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

  • Designed and developed company brochure and Web site
  • Produced and assured quality control of prints
  • Checked completed orders against invoice
  • Maintained inventory stock


Research Assistant @ University of Victoria Department of History
September 2005 - December 2005
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

  • Performed Internet image searches
  • Scanned images from library volumes
  • Manipulated images with Paint Shop Pro
  • Created Word document for supervising professor listing and cross-referencing each image gathered

Library

Archivist Assistant @ Beloit College Archives
January 2002 - August 2003
Beloit College
Beloit, Wisconsin, USA

  • Designed and implemented new layout for Archives Web site
  • Transcribed written materials into digital format
  • Generated Civil War online exhibit
  • Scanned and digitally edited photos and images
  • Consistently worked effectively without supervision
  • Answered phone calls and fielded incoming research queries
  • Filed and shelved new documents

Retail

Sales Associate @ DSW
February 2004 - August 2004, July 2006 - October 2006
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

  • Set up store prior to Grand Opening
  • Operated cash register
  • Assisted customers on phone and on floor
  • Stocked floor with new merchandise
  • Designed and arranged displays
  • Used 3-line phone system
  • Trained new hires on cash register operations, the phone system, and general store practices and policies


Associate @ Target
October 2003 - January 2004 (seasonal hire)
Walker, Michigan, USA

  • Worked clothing department assisting store guests and organizing racks
  • Operated cash register, consistently scoring 90% and above in the speed tests
  • Sold Target credit cards to guests