Connor Charles Macauley
Geneva,IL
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
VITA Volunteer
IRS VITA Program (Gies College of Business)
Urbana, Illinois
02.2026 - Current
- Document Verification & Compliance: Screen taxpayers for required documentation (Forms W-2, 1099, SSA-1099) and valid identification, facilitating accurate preparation phase.
- Handled and uploaded sensitive taxpayer information into Box software, ensuring compliance with IRS Section 7216 privacy regulations.
- Conducted structured intake interviews using IRS Form 13614-C to assess taxpayer eligibility for credits.
- Coordinated with IRS-certified tax preparers to streamline site operations, processing high volumes of taxpayers accurately.
Chef
Cracked Corp
Champaign, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Managed time effectively in fast-paced environment while taking and cooking orders, consistently delivering quality meals at a rate of 15-25 orders per hour
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain smooth operations and enhance service efficiency
- Prepared meals to meet customer expectations while fostering a friendly dining atmosphere
Lifeguard
Batavia Park District
Batavia, USA
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised and protected 500+ patrons daily.
- Maintained clean pool and safe public environment with lifeguard team to ensure patron safety.
- Led group lessons for children of various age ranges to promote swimming skills and water safety.
- Cultivated positive learning environment through effective communication and patience to enhance student engagement.
Student Job Shadow for Professor Dr. Chris Churchill
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, USA
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Engaged in astrophysics research, gaining exposure to various methodologies and enhancing understanding of data collection and analysis
- Analyzed the professor's approach to problem-solving, gaining insights into effective strategies for addressing research challenges
- Developed models in Excel and Jupyter Notebook to evaluate physics simulations, consolidating findings into a simplified report for clarity
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2026
Skills
- Data analysis
- SQL
- Python
- R
- Java
- C
- Problem solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Leadership Experience
- Economics Club, 09/24 - Present, General Member, Attend learning events and participate in group discussion, Learn economics principles from economics professors and network with other economics students to expound on knowledge about different opportunities in the field
- Sigma Nu; Gamma Mu Chapter, 01/24 - 05/24, Kitchen Manager, Create weekly surveys to coordinate meals with the active members and chef, Worked with maintenance companies to make sure all appliances and materials are operable for chef and managed invoices between our head of finance and external vendor, Maintained and managed a cleaning schedule to ensure a safe eating and working environment
- Sigma Nu; Gamma Mu Chapter, 09/22 - Present, Active Member, Attend weekly chapter meetings to keep up on current chapter operations, model commitments, and positively represent the Gamma Mu chapter, Participate in philanthropic events to create awareness for St. Jude, Assisted and collaborated with others in different chapter committees
Timeline
VITA Volunteer
IRS VITA Program (Gies College of Business)
02.2026 - Current
Chef
Cracked Corp
09.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Batavia Park District
05.2022 - 08.2023
Student Job Shadow for Professor Dr. Chris Churchill
New Mexico State University
06.2017 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign