Elizabeth Coronado
Berwyn,IL
Summary
Motivated and compassionate 3rd-year Rehabilitation Sciences student with a minor in Disability Studies and on a Pre-Occupational Therapy track. Strong communication, customer service, and leadership abilities acquired through valuable retail experience. Proven track record of effectively collaborating with diverse teams, utilizing critical thinking to overcome challenges, and cultivating positive relationships. Enthusiastically seeking to apply academic knowledge and hands-on skills in the field of Occupational Therapy to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Student Intern
Urban Autism Solutions
02.2025 - Current
- Apply academic learnings to real-world scenarios through hands-on experience working with individuals with Autism from ages 18-22.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions that generated creative ideas and lesson plans.
- Assist with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Enhanced communication through effective interpersonal skills.
- Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Senior Brand Ambassador
American Eagle Outfitters
10.2022 - Current
- Assist customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Provide accurate information about promotions, customer products, and loyalty programs to enhance the customer experience and drive sales.
- Train new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer service.
- Collaborate with fellow team members to achieve sales targets, meet store goals, and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Enhanced brand visibility by implementing strategic marketing campaigns and promotional events.
- Implemented creative visual merchandising techniques to showcase products effectively at retail locations and trade shows.
- Designed, filled, and arranged eye-catching product floorsets to increase sales.
Student Volunteer
Havlicek Elementary School
12.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and demonstrating respect for all individuals involved in the project.
- Strengthened interpersonal communication abilities through constant interaction with diverse populations during volunteering events.
- Exemplified leadership qualities while coordinating group activities, delegating tasks effectively, and maintaining open lines of communication among team members.
- Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Helped organize, set up, and run classroom activities.
Brand Ambassador
American Eagle Outfitters
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Creating genuine, personalized customer interactions and excellent product knowledge.
- Boosted sales through effective collaboration with store staff to promote products in high-traffic areas.
- Approached strangers and interacted in natural conversation with the goal of developing brand loyalty.
- Communicated product information with confidence and educated consumers about the product.
Education
Rehabilitation Sciences - Rehabilitation Sciences, Disability and Human Development, Pre-Occupational Therapy Track
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2026
Skills
- Effective Collaboration
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Compassionate Communication
- Effective Issue Resolution
Interpersonal Skills
- Google spreadsheets
- Microsoft word
- English
- Spanish
Tech-Skills
Languages
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Intern
Urban Autism Solutions
02.2025 - Current
Student Volunteer
Havlicek Elementary School
12.2022 - 12.2022
Senior Brand Ambassador
American Eagle Outfitters
10.2022 - Current
Brand Ambassador
American Eagle Outfitters
08.2022 - 10.2022
Rehabilitation Sciences - Rehabilitation Sciences, Disability and Human Development, Pre-Occupational Therapy Track
University of Illinois At Chicago
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