Edison Yau
Pleasanton,CA
Summary
Current undergraduate at the University of Washington (studying in marine biology, College of Environmental Sciences), fluent in Mandarin and English, strong communicator, global traveler (Asia, Europe, North America). Hard-working, dedicated, high-achieving Varsity Golf team member (2017-2021), scientific researcher.
Sales professional with solid track record in driving revenue growth and enhancing customer satisfaction. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability ensures consistent achievement of goals in dynamic environments. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and time management.
Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high volume of customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
PUMA
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked as a sales associate for 5 months for PUMA. Learned to have more active communication skills and a better understanding for marketing to help our store profit at the highest level on a daily basis.
Intern
Commex Corporation
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: International food packaging research and supply company, which produced products for global industries including food services and safety, and energy.
- Interned at this international food packaging research and supply company, which produced products for global industries including food services and safety, and energy. Worked with the quality control manager, accompanying her on daily rounds and observing product specification decision-making and quality control.
Research Intern
La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Optimized research methodologies to improve result accuracy and reliability.
- Worked in the Fossil Lab assigned to fossil cleaning and
preparation, microfossils sorting, and writing detailed
fossil descriptions for archival purposes - Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-medical sciences, Marine Biology
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-2025
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
Pleasanton, CA06-2021
Physics, American US History
Brigham Young University
10.2020
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Shanghai Yew Chung International
01.2016
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True Vine Christian Academy
01.2012
Skills
- Languages: Fluent in English, Mandarin, Conversant in Cantonese
- Customer service
- Problem-solving skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Played Golf from the age of 5 (played 4 years of varsity in high school)
- Microsoft: Throughout high school and college, I learned how to utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint properly
- Analytical Research Skills: Participated in research studies throughout college
Affiliations
- Junior Golf Tour of Northern California (JTNC)
- Castlewood Country Club Junior Golf Team
- Junior Golf Association of Northern California (JGANC)
- Foothill High School Varsity Golf Team (2017 – Present)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Interests
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Playing Sports (Golf, Basketball, Badminton)
- Hiking
- Running
- Engaging in food photography and sharing culinary creations on social media
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Video Gaming
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- Music
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
Timeline
Sales Associate
PUMA
06.2022 - 11.2022
Research Intern
La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
06.2019 - 01.2020
Intern
Commex Corporation
06.2018 - 09.2020
Physics, American US History
Brigham Young University
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Shanghai Yew Chung International
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True Vine Christian Academy
Bachelor of Science - Pre-medical sciences, Marine Biology
University of Washington
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
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