Joshua Ryan
Orland Park,IL
Summary
An emerging student pursuing a degree in information technology, familiar with windows operating systems, and proficient in java programming language. Experienced in setting up hardware, software, and company networks according to established requirements. Possesses a positive and upbeat attitude, coupled with a hardworking mentality, eager to learn and contribute as an information tech intern.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Coach
DePaul Peer Support Team
06.2025 - Current
- Provided one-on-one coaching to first-year students on course selection, academic planning, and adapting to university life.
- Maintained accurate and confidential documentation of coaching sessions and student progress.
- Facilitated workshops and group discussions on topics related to academic success, time management, and student wellness.
President
DePaul VALORANT Esports
08.2024 - Current
- Created 5 teams from a pool of over 50 people.
- Facilitated registration for all teams and ensured players were eligible to compete.
- Communicated with the Esport Board about how each team was doing and how the program was doing as a whole.
Student
GAM 342 - Advanced Level Design
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Gained hands-on experience with Unreal Engine 5 (UE5), enhancing technical troubleshooting and software proficiency.
- Diagnosed and resolved network, software, and storage issues in a development environment.
- Applied debugging techniques and QA principles to identify performance issues and implement effective solutions.
Education
Master of Science - Information Systems
DePaul University
Chicago, IL08-2027
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
DePaul University
Chicago, IL03-2026
BS - Aviation Flight Science
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI06.2023
Skills
- Hardware setup and troubleshooting
- Operating system installation
- System diagnostics and repair
- User account management
- Software installation and updates
- Basic scripting (C and Java)
- Security awareness
- People management
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Documentation practices
- Data management
- Team collaboration
Awards
- Dean's List - DePaul University
- Double Demon Scholarship - DePaul University
- Transfer Scholarship - DePaul University
- Bronco Merit Scholarship - Western Michigan University
Affiliations
- DePaul VALORANT Esports since 09/2023
Timeline
Peer Support Coach
DePaul Peer Support Team
06.2025 - Current
President
DePaul VALORANT Esports
08.2024 - Current
Student
GAM 342 - Advanced Level Design
03.2024 - 06.2025
Master of Science - Information Systems
DePaul University
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
DePaul University
BS - Aviation Flight Science
Western Michigan University
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