Discover Financial Services

Riverwoods, Illinois

➣ First-year rotation focusing on SQL Server database administration, responsible for updating, administering, and managing SQL instances to maintain optimal performance and reliability

➣ Implemented and managed 5+ Always On Availability Groups, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery for databases

➣ Designed and implemented PowerShell automation solutions to streamline SQL Server deployment and management tasks, reducing manual setup times by over 80% and improving consistency across environments

➣ Actively participated in 24/7 on-call support rotation, troubleshooting and resolving critical database issues to ensure uninterrupted system operations and minimize business impact

iHeartMedia

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Developed a production infrastructure-as-code pipeline using AWS CDK and Typescript, facilitating automated deployment and configuration management of an application

➣ Crafted Terraform code to architect and automate the provisioning of cloud resources, effectively streamlining the deployment and management of infrastructure components

➣ Utilized AWS Boto3 to develop a script, optimizing resource allocation and eliminating unnecessary costs, resulting in an annual spending reduction of $72,000

➣ Leveraged GitHub Actions for automating the creation of release artifacts, such as container images, and automating build, test, and deployment processes

CodeAdvantage

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Guided students in fostering comprehension and enthusiasm for coding and programming

➣ Facilitated hands-on activities, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills in students

➣ Oversaw after-school classes at partner locations, creating an engaging and fun learning atmosphere for kids

➣ Successfully managed a classroom of up to 15 students, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment

Citizens Utility Board (Illinois)

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Developed an EV-Calculator using HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and JQuery for WordPress website

➣ Implemented Python and Selenium automation scripts to streamline Salesforce tasks, reducing manual hours by 40%

➣ Managed the non-profit's WordPress website with over 50 pages and multiple custom plugins

Discover Financial Services

Riverwoods, Illinois

➣ Created an enterprise-level PowerShell SQL automation script that improved issue resolution ticket efficiency by 25% for SQL Server AlwaysOn

➣ Demonstrated strong experience in MS SQL Server, scripting, and automation through work tasks

➣ Learned "Agile Way of Working" via active involvement in SCRUM ceremonies

➣ Facilitated SQL Server inventory reconciliation for CMDB, efficiently organizing 100's of instances

Packed With Purpose

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Oversaw monthly financial tasks such as money handling, accounting, and bank processes

➣ Led the collection of business intelligence data on product suppliers to inform decision-making

➣ Expanded technical skills in the Shopify Seller platform to improve efficiency and effectiveness

➣ Ensured accurate and up-to-date tracking of inventory through regular monitoring and maintenance of the database

Codubee

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Collaborated on a team-based project with, 5 front-end developers and 4 back-end developers

➣ Developed web application from scratch, using technologies such as Node.js, Express, and APIs

➣ Acquired hands-on experience with microservices and deploying on Heroku

➣ Gained practical experience with CI/CD, pull requests, code reviews, Git, GitHub, Jira, and Scrum/Agile frameworks

LinkedIn

Chicago, Illinois

➣ LinkedIn Platform Expertise

➣ Selected by LinkedIn to participate in LinkedIn Learning Champions Program

➣ 6-month commitment to taking ownership of skills development

➣ Grew my professional brand and network through LinkedIn on and off-campus

➣ Career-ready portfolio of projects

➣ Leveraged my passions to drive initiatives, engaged in tangible experiential learning opportunities

Bank of America

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Completed advanced financial literacy courses, including the Better Money Habits program

➣ Attended a variety of executive speaker series to broaden my knowledge and perspective

➣ Completed skill-building courses in product knowledge, professional skills, client focus, and decision-making to enhance my performance and capabilities

➣ Participated in weekly manager meetups to strengthen and support new information learned

➣ Successfully completed the Financial Center Compliance Training, demonstrating my dedication to adhering to industry regulations and standards

Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Implemented the revamped HotSOS Guest Experiential System rollout, a guest-impacting technology solution for Hyatt Hotels – a $2.5 billion business with over 1000 locations in 65 countries

➣ Revitalized hotel's internal databases and aided in system standardization in over 700 properties in North America

➣ Automated project rollout through custom scripting process making workflow ~30% more efficient

Urban Alliance

Chicago, Illinois

➣ Participated in a 10 month youth development and college careers readiness program

➣ Completed six weeks of intensive soft skills training and attended weekly professional development workshops

➣ Demonstrated strong time management, leadership, and networking skills as a participant in the program

➣ Attended weekly professional development workshops

➣ Selected to lead initiatives and enhance the intern experience for 125 Urban Alliance students

➣ Improved my interpersonal skills, enabling me to expand my professional network and build lasting relationships with colleagues and industry professionals