Lea Christian
Chicago
Summary
Lea is a Statistics student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University with a strong interest in life insurance and actuarial science. She is actively pursuing the Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) credential while developing the analytical and problem-solving skills needed for a career as an actuary..
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Discovery 2 Tax Intern
Deloitte
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Participated in client meetings to gather information and clarify requirements for tax services.
- Connected with various professionals in unique service lines to gain insight into diverse career paths and business functions.
- Prepared client tax documents and supporting workpapers to facilitate accurate tax return preparation.
- Participated in a tax project by conducting research, analyzing client information, and supporting the project team
- Interviewed tax professionals to understand their experiences with tax systems and identify opportunities to improve user experience and workflow efficiency.
Discovery 1 Tax Intern
Deloitte
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with team members in company acquisition simulation. Identified issues within company post - acquisition. Researched issues and collaborated to recommend solutions.
- Participated in client meetings to gather information and clarify requirements for tax services.
- Connected with various professionals in unique service lines to gain insight into diverse career paths and business functions.
MS Assistant
Du-Bois Honors College
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Led the setup and breakdown of events, ensuring efficient execution and organization.
- Provided excellent customer service to professors, peers, and vendors, fostering positive relationships.
- Conducted thorough research on various topics to support project development and completion.
Education
No Degree - Applied Statistics
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05.2028
Skills
- Leadership, Customer Service, Excellent Written and Verbal Communication, Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution, Attention to detail and Accuracy, Microsoft Office Suites, Collaborative and Interpersonal Skills, Excel
Affiliations
Active member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)
Certification
- Exam P: Probability — Society of Actuaries | Passed, November 2025
- Exam FM: Financial Mathematics — Society of Actuaries | Passed, June 2026
- Exam SRM: Statistics for Risk Modeling — Society of Actuaries | Planned
Timeline
Discovery 2 Tax Intern
Deloitte
06.2026 - 07.2026
Discovery 1 Tax Intern
Deloitte
07.2025 - 07.2025
MS Assistant
Du-Bois Honors College
08.2024 - 01.2025
No Degree - Applied Statistics
North Carolina A&T State University
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Career Fair Downers Grove, IL Coordinator October 2024- October 2024
- Assisted students with autism and other developmental or mental disabilities in exploring post-high school pathways and opportunities.
- Supported event setup and takedown, ensuring smooth coordination and organization.
- Identified and connected peers to volunteer opportunities, promoting engagement and support.
- AVID Night Downers Grove South, IL Coordinator August 2021- May 2024
- Guided incoming high school students in understanding the AVID program and its benefits.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the AVID program to effectively support student engagement and participation.
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Awards: AVID Scholarship for Academic Excellence, Athletic Achievement Award