Jonathan Derk
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Highly passionate student motivated by the love of learning and all things Math and Science related. My experience both in retail and Physics research has taught me how to work closely with other people and communicate complex ideas to them. I have a history of developing strong collaborative relationships centered around completing tasks efficiently and understanding difficult, abstract problems.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
04.2021 - 05.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Managed and organized an abundance of product in an offsite store location in preparation for increased holiday activity (Offsite Lead, Fall 2021).
Astrophysics Research Intern (REU Program)
UTSA - University Of Texas At San Antonio
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
- Presented findings at conferences, increasing visibility and recognition within the field.
- Visualized research findings through data tables, graphs and presentations.
- Researched the formation and composition of dust shells around AGB stars using spectral analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2026
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Listening Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal/written communication
- Thorough understanding of Mathematics (up to Differential Equations)
Timeline
Astrophysics Research Intern (REU Program)
UTSA - University Of Texas At San Antonio
06.2022 - 11.2022
Sales Associate
Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
04.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The University of Texas At San Antonio