Charlie Smith
Email: csmith@email.com | Tel: 07654 321321
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-smith-321321
Profile
A University of Sheffield History graduate, with an enthusiasm for learning, an ability to use initiative and work well in partnership with others. Strengths in organisation, planning and building working relationships gained from internship and extracurricular activities.
Education
BA (Hons) History - University of Sheffield
Sept x - July x
- Developed a broad range of skills including team working, data management and communication skills through group project work, research assignments and oral presentations
- Dissertation “European local politics in the 20th Century” demonstrates written communication and project management skills, along with the ability to meet strict deadlines
- Mentor for two new students during second year, providing a 'friendly face' to help new arrivals deal with a range of practical issues
Old High School, Newcastle
Sept x - June x
A-Levels: History (A), English (B), French (B), General Studies (B)
10 GCSEs including English (8) and Maths (7)
Work experience
Public Relations Assistant - Browns Tools, Sheffield
June - Sept x
- Part of a team responsible for organising Browns’ annual open day which involved a variety of design tasks such as creating posters, displays, tickets and voucher booklets
- Created a handout for a tour of the factory, which is now used for school visits. Helped with smooth running of events on the day, which attracted over 200 visitors
- Organised a variety of fundraising activities, for example encouraging employees to compete in a local mini sports day to raise money for Oxfam, and coordinating the entries received
- Acted as site contact for Comic Relief activities, including supervising fun activities such as a sponsored head shave and organising a 5-a-side football competition. Each event ultimately raised over £1500
- Maintained contact records, lists of actual and potential sponsorships, and details of enquiries. Designed welcome packs for new employees and guides for visitors to the factory
- Initiated and developed a Health and Safety database to record staff training and renewal dates
Additional experience
Temporary Part-Time Office Work - Sheffield
Sept x - June x
- Balanced work commitments with academic study
- Demonstrated a flexible approach and ability to adjust to new practices quickly and effectively
- Gained a good understanding of different environments and management styles
National Highways Virtual Work Experience Programme - Digdata, online
Nov x
- Analysed data to consider how sustainable travel can be promoted to festival-goers
- Created a marketing strategy for the short and long term, identifying differences between physical and online communication channels
Barista - Costa Coffee, Newcastle
June - Aug x
- Developed communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with customers
- Adaptable and effective when taking orders accurately, making drinks, and handling cash in a busy environment
Interests and achievements
University 'Intro Week' Coordinator
Sept x
Member of a small team responsible for coordinating Intro Week to welcome new students to the University
- Liaised with University departments to obtain materials to publicise their services, and set up and worked on information points throughout the campus
- Organised a series of successful evening activities for new students including movie, bowling and quiz nights
University of Sheffield Hockey Club
x - x
Active member for my last two years which involved:
- Organising fundraising events such as a Race Night, children’s Play Day and various competitions
- Coaching and captaining the current players
- Chairing team meetings and attending league meetings
- Writing weekly match reports for university newspapers
Duke of Edinburgh Award - Gold
x
Led a team expedition in the Lake District, responsible for planning our hiking route, organising accommodation and other logistics and motivating our team to complete this challenging five days.