Open To Work
Erina Islam
Student
Chapel Hill,NC
Summary
Data science student with experience analyzing datasets and presenting insights. Familiar with Python, SQL, and data visualization. Collaborative and detail-oriented, with a strong interest in data-driven problem solving.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front Desk Associate (Seasonal)
Planet Fitness
Arden, NC
06.2024 - 03.2026
- Promoted Black Card memberships, contributing to 30+ upgrades and supporting 500+ member interactions across seasonal shifts.
- Checked in members, processed sign-ups/cancellations, maintained 10-20 machines per shift.
Backend Sales Associate
Marshalls
Arden, NC
05.2024 - 03.2026
- Processed and unloaded high-volume shipments (300-600 items per shift), ensuring reliable and timely inventory flow from stockroom to sales floor.
- Implemented structured organization of inventory by category, size, and demand patterns, improving retrieval speed and overall stocking efficiency.
- Monitored incoming merchandise for inconsistencies, identifying damaged or mislabeled items and escalating discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Maintained high accuracy in fast-paced, high-throughput environments, balancing operational speed with attention to detail.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily operational targets and sustain consistent workflow performance during peak shipment periods.
- Maintained a clean and logically organized stockroom system, reducing time-to-locate items and supporting efficient downstream operations.
- Followed safety and operational protocols while handling freight and equipment, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk in backroom processes.
Education
B.S. - Information Science, Data Science
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NCSkills
- Python
- Java
- HTML
- R
- SQL
- VS Code
- Jupyter Notebooks
- Excel
- R Studio
- QGIS
- Miro
- Drawio
- MySQL Workbench
- Microsoft office
- POS systems
Languages
Bengali
Native/ Bilingual
A1
Certification
- Foundations of Cybersecurity — Google (2025)
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List — UNC Chapel Hill (Fall 2024 / Spring 2025)
Affiliations
- IT Committee Chair — UNC School of Data and Information Science, Chapel Hill, NC (2026–Present)
- Member — Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity, Chapel Hill, NC (2025–Present)
- Participant — Pearl Hacks (UNC Hackathon), Chapel Hill, NC (2024)
- Project Developer — Personal Data Science Projects, Chapel Hill, NC (2026–Present)
- Student — School of Data and Information Science (SDIS), UNC Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC (2024–Present)
Projects
- Study Habit Analyzer (Python Project)
- Collected and analyzed study session data to track productivity patterns
- Built visualizations (using matplotlib/seaborn) to identify peak focus times
- Used data insights to evaluate and improve personal study habits
- Rx Tracker (INLS382 Group Project)
- Designed and contributed to a health tracking application focused on user-centered design
- Created wireframes and system structure to support intuitive user interaction
- Collaborated in a team to develop and present a functional prototype
Extracurricular Activities
Technology Committee Chair, School of Data and Information Science, Chapel Hill, NC, 04/01/26, Present
- Contributed to the planning and development of technology initiatives for UNC's School of Data and Information Science
- Supporting the launch of a new academic program., Collaborated with faculty and student stakeholders to identify technology needs and improve digital infrastructure and accessibility for the student experience.
- Provided input on technology strategy and implementation, focusing on scalable, user-centered solutions that enhance usability and support academic and administrative functions.
Member, Phi Sigma Pi National Honors Fraternity, Chapel Hill, NC, 09/01/25, Present
- Collaborated with recruitment leadership during recruitment cycles to support event organization and overall execution.
- Assisted with event logistics, including setup and attendee engagement, contributing to smooth and efficient recruitment events.
- Supported outreach and member engagement efforts to help create a welcoming and organized recruitment environment.
Technical Skills
- Languages: Python (Intermediate), SQL, R, Java (Beginner), HTML
- Tools: Jupyter Notebooks, VS Code, Excel, MySQL Workbench, QGIS
- Data Skills: Data Cleaning, Data Analysis, Data Visualization
- Design: Wireframing, UI/UX, Miro, Draw.io
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Front Desk Associate (Seasonal)
Planet Fitness
06.2024 - 03.2026
Backend Sales Associate
Marshalls
05.2024 - 03.2026
B.S. - Information Science, Data Science
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill