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Jaelen Sobers

Stanford,United States

Summary

Diligent student with proven teamwork, communication and organizational skills studying a breath of focuses within the field of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Thrilled by the idea of jumping into new things and learning from them. Fascinated by the powerful nature of the Earth. Ecstatic to explore career opportunities within Civil Engineering which deals with the intersection of managing and sustaining the natural and built environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Baker Lab
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Utilized Python programming in context of executing probabilistic seismic risk analysis
  • Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding of research being done in the field of Civil Engineering
  • Provided weekly progress reports to my research advisor, research professor and entire lab group.
  • Presented research findings at the Stanford Doer School of Sustainability Research Symposium 2023
  • Provided feedback on a co-authored paper submitted to the World conference on Earthquake Engineering
  • Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.

Oral Communications Tutor

Stanford Hume Center
08.2023 - Current
  • Worked closely with students on oral communication presentations to provide feedback for enhancing visual and auditory delivery
  • Designed and delivered class workshops on general presentation speaking tips to provide students with the framework for executing effective oral communication presentations
  • Facilitated a small-group session with students to provide collaborative feedback on their honors thesis project in preparation for their final presentations


Residential Assistant

Stanford Residential Education
09.2022 - Current
  • Promoted and sustained organic leadership by maintaining positive peer-leader relationships and supporting goals of residents
  • Assisted first-year residents with transitioning into a new living environment and facilitated activities to encourage community building and sense of belonging
  • Worked collaboratively within a group of four students to manage the daily operations of an upper-classman self-operated dormitory at Stanford University
  • Developed, implemented and monitored residential policies and procedures while working with residents to solve any grievances and/or breaches of community regulations and norms
  • Assisted in recruitment and selection of future student leaders

Camp Counselor

Stanford Sierra Camp
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design and facilitate fun and enriching learning activities for camping families
  • Practiced customer service and communication skills through engaging in meaningful conversations with Stanford alumni guest
  • Worked as an office assistant welcoming new guests and assisting with organizational office tasks and staff communications

Lifeguard Supervisor

Stanford Aquatics
12.2021 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in conducting monthly in-service training for lifeguards, to promote full competence in first aid, CPR, and water rescue techniques.
  • Executed lifeguard quick-checks on duty to provide workers with constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement
  • Ensured daily pool tasks were completed through leading by example and encouraging accountability for one's duties
  • Exercised customer service through constant alertness and readiness to assist with any needs on deck

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering

Stanford University
Stanford, CA
06.2025

Skills

  • Programming experience in Python & Matlab
  • Project Management
  • Oral Communication
  • Data Analytics
  • Time Management and Organization
  • Student Leadership
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Oral Communications Tutor

Stanford Hume Center
08.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

Baker Lab
06.2023 - 09.2023

Residential Assistant

Stanford Residential Education
09.2022 - Current

Camp Counselor

Stanford Sierra Camp
06.2022 - 09.2022

Lifeguard Supervisor

Stanford Aquatics
12.2021 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering

Stanford University
Jaelen Sobers