Christine Keane
Indian Head Park,IL
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented Interior Design student seeking a summer internship to gain hands-on experience in spatial design, material selection, and client-focused projects. Passionate about blending aesthetics and functionality to create thoughtful, engaging environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cru Student Leader (Volunteer)
College of DuPage and Liberty University
Glen Ellyn, IL And Lynchburg, VA
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinated peer mentorship programs to enhance academic and spiritual support among students.
- Developed training materials for leadership workshops, improving participant confidence and skills.
- Led weekly small-group Bible studies and discussions by preparing lesson materials, facilitating conversations, and encouraging participation, helping students grow in faith and build community.
- Collaborated with Cru staff and student leaders by planning events, delegating responsibilities, and sharing feedback, strengthening leadership skills and team effectiveness.
Costume Department Seamstress (Volunteer)
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Constructed and altered garments based on specifications to ensure precise fit and quality.
- Operated industrial sewing machines to execute various stitching techniques efficiently.
- Collaborated with faculty and students to produce costumes for theater productions, enhancing creative projects.
- Adapted sewing patterns to accommodate design changes, demonstrating flexibility in meeting client needs.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in finished products and reduce defects.
- Constructed and altered costumes by interpreting design sketches and selecting appropriate fabrics and techniques.
- Managed organization of fabrics, tools, and materials to improve workflow efficiency.
- Performed quick repairs and adjustments under time constraints, demonstrating problem-solving and precision.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse Preschool
Willowbrook, IL
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Supported classroom activities by preparing materials and organizing learning spaces.
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing lesson plans tailored to children's developmental needs.
- Engaged with children through play-based learning, fostering social and emotional growth.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage participation.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and creative projects.
- Supported children''s emotional, social, and cognitive development through active engagement in various classroom activities.
- Fostered a positive and nurturing classroom environment conducive to optimal learning and growth.
- Nurtured a love for reading among students by regularly sharing age-appropriate literature selections during storytime sessions.
- Organized engaging circle time sessions that included songs, movement activities, collaborative games for strengthening social skills.
- Improved preschoolers'' fine motor skills through art-based projects involving cutting, pasting, painting, and drawing exercises.
Cashier
Tony’s Fresh Market
Countryside, IL
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, fostering positive relationships and repeat business.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
- Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design And Fashion Design (In Progress)
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01-2029
Associate of Arts - General Studies (Transfer Student)
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL03-2025
Skills
- Furniture selection
- Interior styling
- Design presentation
- Interior design
- Design research
- Space planning
- Material sourcing
- Color theory
- Hand sketching
- Detail drawings
- Color scheme coordination
- Design planning
- Interior planning
- Design rendering
- Sketching
- Hand sewing techniques
- Alterations expertise
- Fitting adjustments
- Patterning skills
- Fabric selection
- Fashion design
- Costume design
- Fittings coordination
- Sewing machine operation
- Measuring accuracy
- Specialty designs
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse Preschool
07.2024 - 09.2024
Cru Student Leader (Volunteer)
College of DuPage and Liberty University
10.2023 - Current
Costume Department Seamstress (Volunteer)
College of DuPage
08.2023 - 03.2025
Cashier
Tony’s Fresh Market
08.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design And Fashion Design (In Progress)
Liberty University
Associate of Arts - General Studies (Transfer Student)
College of DuPage