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Overview
Work History
Education
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LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES
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Elijah Trejo

El Paso,TX

Summary

Aerospace Engineering student with leadership experience in fact paced environments. Strong communicator with a proven ability to perform under pressure, learn technical systems quickly, and work effectively in team-based settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Assistant

Flea Market Sales
  • Supported product sales through customer engagement, upselling, and transaction handling.
  • Developed foundational communication, negotiation, and adaptability skills in a fast-paced environment.

General Laborer

Construction & Home Projects
- Current
  • Assisted with residential construction and home improvement projects over multiple years.
  • Executed tasks requiring physical endurance, precision, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with others to complete projects under time, material, and logistical constraints.

Senior Team Member / Acting Shift Lead

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Led shift operations in a consistently high-volume environment, ensuring service continuity and operational efficiency.
  • Directed team workflow during peak hours by assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and adjusting coverage in real time.
  • Handled cash management, point-of-sale operations, inventory tracking, and end-of-shift closing procedures.
  • Trained and supported new employees on procedures, safety standards, and customer service expectations, and product knowledge and customer service techniques.
  • Maintained accuracy and sound decision-making under pressure while managing multiple concurrent responsibilities.

Sales Associate (Multiple Roles)

Hollister Co.
- 01.2024
  • Worked across sales floor, cashiering, inventory management, and customer service roles.
  • Assisted with product restocking, inventory organization, and visual merchandising.
  • Communicated directly with customers to support sales objectives and store operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
El Paso, TX
01.2028

Skills

  • SolidWorks (learning, part modeling and basic assemblies); Custom PC building and hardware troubleshooting; Point-of-sale systems; Inventory management software; Team coordination; Communication under pressure
  • Cash handling
  • Point of sale operation
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Task prioritization
  • Team collaboration
  • Inventory tracking
  • Upselling strategies

LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES

Treasurer, Student Body — High School Historian, HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) — High School Varsity Tennis — High School

Timeline

Senior Team Member / Acting Shift Lead

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
03.2024 - 12.2024

Sales Assistant

Flea Market Sales

General Laborer

Construction & Home Projects
- Current

Sales Associate (Multiple Roles)

Hollister Co.
- 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering

University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
Elijah Trejo