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Joseph Wendtland

Palatine

Summary

Effective Student committed to learning, developing skills in math and team contribution. Self-directed and energetic with superior performance in both autonomous or collaborative environments working independently and collaborating with others on group projects.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Geotechnical Engineering Intern

Rubino Engineering
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Increased accuracy of groundwater flow modeling with diligent hydrogeological data collection efforts.
  • Applied knowledge of rock mechanics to evaluate potential tunneling challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to established health and safety protocols during site visits and laboratory work.
  • Gained valuable hands-on experience through participation in field exploration programs and laboratory testing procedures.
  • Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports.

Store Clerk

Marianos
04.2022 - 12.2023
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to achieve store goals, sharing best practices for customer service and sales techniques.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.

Hot Squat Co-Entrepreneur

Self-Employed
08.2021 - 04.2023
  • Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
  • Secured significant venture capital funding, pitching to investors with compelling business plan and growth strategy.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Established a successful startup by researching market opportunities, creating a business plan, and securing funding.

Baseball Camp Instructor

Palatine Park District
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Increased player confidence by offering continuous encouragement and praise during practice sessions and games.
  • Developed a comprehensive end-of-camp evaluation process for players, providing valuable feedback on their experience and identifying areas for improvement in future camp offerings.
  • Contributed to overall camp success by collaborating with fellow instructors to establish clear objectives and maintain consistent coaching methods.
  • Implemented ongoing evaluation methods to monitor instructor effectiveness, leading to targeted staff development opportunities as needed.

Daycare Assistant

We Rock the Spectrum
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
08.2023 - Current

Skills

  • Experience in Python, Tableau, Microsoft Excel
  • Research and analysis
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Creative solutions
  • Innovative thinking
  • Quantitative skills
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

- Startup business HotSquat finished 2nd out of 27 at the Northern Illinois big pitch competition securing funding for further prototype development.

Interests

  • Watching or playing sports
  • Geography
  • Teaching math to other college classes
  • Martial Arts

Timeline

Geotechnical Engineering Intern

Rubino Engineering
05.2024 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Michigan State University
08.2023 - Current

Store Clerk

Marianos
04.2022 - 12.2023

Hot Squat Co-Entrepreneur

Self-Employed
08.2021 - 04.2023

Baseball Camp Instructor

Palatine Park District
06.2021 - 06.2022

Daycare Assistant

We Rock the Spectrum
05.2019 - 03.2020
Joseph Wendtland