AYSHA ZAFAR
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Professional student worker with proven experience in academic and administrative tasks. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in time management, communication, and problem-solving. Reliable and prepared to contribute effectively in dynamic environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Worker
Lerner Center
Newark, NJ
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in planning and executing events that strengthen the Rutgers Business School brand, attracting 1000+ industrial professionals for collaboration. The program is ranked top 10 nationally, top 5 globally
- Collaborated effectively with program directors and staff to ensure project deliverables remain on track and aligned with business goals and expectations
- updates and manage existing website properties for Lerner center
- Designed unique print materials, including flyers, brochures, and logo designs, using Publisher/Canva
- Lead and oversee a team of student staff workers responsible for event coordination
- Worked with student organizations to facilitate industry site visits, seminars, and case competitions
- Conducted evaluations to inform and improve future planning
Crew Member
Dunkin' Donuts
Jersey City, United States
05.2025 - Current
- Handled POS transactions and cash with precision.
- Engaged customers about promotions and menu options to boost upsell rates.
- Worked effectively with team members to meet and exceed daily sales targets.
- Assisted in training new staff, promoting adherence to company standards and procedures.
Sales Associate
Forever 21
Jersey City, United States
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed point-of-sale transactions efficiently, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Guided customers with product selection, supporting sales and satisfaction.
- Managed fitting room operations, restocked inventory, and organized merchandise.
- Supported sales initiatives, contributing to meeting and exceeding store sales goals.
Daycare Assistant
Bella Babies
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Coordinated and set up educational and recreational events, enhancing children's learning experiences.
- Supported educational and recreational activities in a safe setting.
- Assisted with lesson prep and classroom organization, fostering trust with children and parents.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of play areas, adhering to health and safety standards.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Finance
Rutgers University
Newark, United States05.2028
Skills
- High-Pressure Performance: Ability to thrive in high-pressure situations while maintaining exceptional service quality
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills that foster positive customer relationships
- Tech Proficiency: Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Collaborated with peers to maintain a supportive and efficient environment
- Hard Skills: POS system management, Inventory control, Merchandising
- Soft Skills: Attention to detail, Customer-focused, Adaptability, Communication Skills
Certification
- Hard Skills
POS system management
Inventory control Merchandising
- Soft Skills
Attention to detail
Customer-focused Adaptability
Communication Skills
LANGUAGES
English: Native
Urdu: Native
Timeline
Student Worker
Lerner Center
09.2025 - Current
Crew Member
Dunkin' Donuts
05.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Forever 21
06.2024 - 05.2025
Daycare Assistant
Bella Babies
09.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelors Degree - Finance
Rutgers University
Achievements
- Deans List
- Driven upsells through personalized product recommendations
- Employee of the Month