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Name

Street name, City, YO1 5DD


T: 07711203040 / E: [email protected]

PROFILE____________________________________________________________________________________
Second year Computer Science student at the University of York seeking a summer internship in software
development. Programming skills in Python, Java and Visual Basic have been developed through degree,
alongside the ability to analyse and work through problems in a logical manner. Work experience in
Education and Retail has developed customer service skills and ability to communicate with a range of
people.

EDUCATION__________________________________________________________________________________
2016 – 2020 MEng Computer Science, University of York
Completed 1st year with an overall mark of 69% (equivalent to 2:1)
▪ Human Aspects of Computer Science 80%
▪ Programming of Microcontrollers 72%
▪ Theory and practice of Programming 72%
▪ Introduction to Computer Architectures 69%
▪ Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science 68%
▪ Foundation in Electronics Signals and Circuits 62%
▪ Numerical Analysis 60%
Second year will build on these subjects and also include intelligent systems and a group engineering
project.

Transferable skills:
Regular tutorial sessions improved communication skills; lab practicals have increased ability to solve
problems and to record results accurately in a lab book; learned to be self-motivated and organised in order
to complete independent study and manage course work alongside part-time work and other interests.

2009 – 2016: Egerton Grammar School


▪ A Level (A2): Mathematics (A*), Computer Science (A) Physics (A)
▪ AS Level: Chemistry (A)
▪ GCSEs: 6 A*s (including English and German), 3 As, 2 Bs

TECHNICAL SKILLS___________________________________________________________________________
▪ Programming skills in Python, Java and Visual Basic
▪ Understanding and experience with front and back end web development technologies such as
HTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP, SQL and NodeJS
▪ Experience of Windows and Linux operating systems
▪ Experience of app development on cross-platform apps (Android and iOS) written in both Javascript
and C#
▪ Understanding of algorithms and data structures; able to analyse time complexities and identify the
benefits of using different algorithms and data structures to solve specific problems
▪ Understand principles of user centred design
▪ Able to understand and design basic processors focussing on the compromise between speedup
and hardware complexity by implementing specific processing techniques eg pipelining
▪ Able to use electronic components to analyse circuits eg signal generators, oscilloscopes
WORK EXPERIENCE__________________________________________________________________________
Oct 2018 – present: Student Ambassador, Computer Science department, University of York
▪ Leading tours for groups of prospective students and parents around the university campus and
ensuring that they arrived on time for subsequent activities
▪ Developed public speaking skills and ability to explain information to different audiences, whilst
maintaining an approachable and professional manner
▪ Improved time management and organisation skills

June – Sept 2018: Tutor, Study Support Centre


▪ Summer vacation role tutoring Maths and English to children aged 5-14, as part of a team of tutors
in a local centre
▪ Gained experience of adapting teaching style to suit children of different ages, abilities and levels of
interest
▪ Undertook discussions with parents/carers to update them on child’s progress as well as keeping
accurate records of children’s work and development

2015 – 2017: Sales Assistant, Boots, Gateshead


▪ Part-time work as part of a team of dedicated staff to run the shop, management of prescription
medicine stock and serving customers
▪ Developed customer service skills, product knowledge and ability to work within health care
guidelines

OTHER EXPERIENCE_________________________________________________________________________
▪ During 6th form I was a peer tutor in Maths, helping to run revision sessions for GCSE pupils.
Received positive feedback from both teachers and pupils
▪ Run own website and blog (www.--.com) in spare time to inspire more girls to consider study and
careers in technology. Built to over 500 followers
▪ Regularly offer informal support to friends and family members with issues such as setting up
websites, blogs and social media and technical problems

ADDITIONAL SKILLS__________________________________________________________________________
▪ Full UK driving licence
▪ Fluent in English and Urdu, GCSE level knowledge of German

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS___________________________________________________________________


▪ Member of HackSoc, the University of York’s Computer Science Society, and the University’s
Supporting Women in Science Society
▪ Regularly attend meetings of the Knitting and Crochet Society (KnitSoc) and enjoy designing and
making my own clothes
▪ Member of Langwith College Committee, working as part of a team with college leaders to plan and
organise a range of social events

REFERENCES__________________________________________________________________________________
Available on request

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