John Tinsley
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
My name is John Tinsley. I am currently an academic sophomore at Virginia Tech. I am working towards a major in Agriculture Science and a Minor in Chinese and International trade and Foreign Relations. I plan to use this degree to work in the agriculture sector of the United Nations or the United States Department of Agriculture. I have a lot of experience in agriculture related service. I have been working at my university for the past year. I am also a member of the Virginia Army National Guard. I am currently an E-4, Specialist. I am also a part of my campus organizations including Student Senate and other organizations. Some traits that I possess are discipline, resiliency, and a positive attitude
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Server
Virginia Tech Dining Services
01.2022 - Current
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Elevated customer satisfaction through followup and enthusiastic customer service.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Organized and replenished supplies at food stations to optimize team performance.
- Greeted incoming guests and managed accurate seating based on customer desires and server loads.
Army National Guard
Department Of Defence
04.2021 - Current
- Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.
- Inspected and maintained HUMVs and HEMTT machinery and parts for Supply operation.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Virginia Tech Applied Research
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
- Used University software to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of recorded interview data.
- Performed routine data analysis to correct and verify data entry.
Internship Student
Olde Farm Golf Course
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Seasonal Employee
McDonalds Garden Center
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Help customers with extensive knowledge of plants and gardening
- Learned extensive knowledge of plants and gardening
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Poquoson High School
Poquoson, VA06.2021
Skills
- Monitoring Health of Plants
- Watering Lawns and Trees
- Soil Preparation
- Planting Flowers and Bushes
- Cultivating Soil
- Project Deadlines
- Operational Planning
- Supporting Deployments
- Mission Execution
- Price Memorization
- Quality Control
- Sales Expertise
Accomplishments
I earned Eagle Scout in 2019. I was an honor graduate in Basic Combat Training and was awarded as a top graduate and class motivator in Advanced Individual Training. I was awarded honor roll in all of middle and high school. I was voted in student council in high school and I was elected as a student senator in my freshman spring semester in 2023. I currently serve in the committees for Membership Development and Transportation Services
Affiliations
I am eligible for membership in Society of the Cinncinati. I am a member of the Eagle Scout Association.
tennis, cooking, playing guitar, reading, gardening, running, working out, writing.
I like to do most of these in my free time. I try to practice tennis at least a couple of times a week. I try and practice guitar at least 4 times a week. I read as often as I can to keep my brain sharp. i work out almost every day to make sure I stay in good shape. I also write to let my creative side out.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Virginia Tech Applied Research
08.2023 - 12.2023
Internship Student
Olde Farm Golf Course
05.2023 - 08.2023
Food Server
Virginia Tech Dining Services
01.2022 - Current
Army National Guard
Department Of Defence
04.2021 - Current
Seasonal Employee
McDonalds Garden Center
03.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma -
Poquoson High School
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