Summary
Overview
Education
Work History
Skills
Accomplishments
Hobbies and Community Service
Achievements And Awards
Certification
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JULIA CHEUNG

JULIA CHEUNG

Santa Cruz,CA

Summary

I am a current third-year Marine Biology student at UCSC seeking a university research or aid position. Skilled in data organization, analysis, and accurate documentation, with a strong ability to problem-solve and learn quickly. I am known for an approachable, professional demeanor that supports effective collaboration with faculty, graduate students, and peers. Eager and motivated to contribute to a research team while expanding detailed technical and scientific expertise.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
09.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

St. Francis High School Salesian College Prep
Watsonville, CA
02.2020 - 05.2022

Work History

Kennel Attendant

VCA Vets and Pets Animal Hospital
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Provided full-time care to boarded pets at vet hospital
  • Streamlined record-keeping processes for animal care logs, increasing data accuracy and accessibility.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by effectively communicating updates on their pet's health on a regular basis
  • Monitored animal behavior and health, reporting any concerns to veterinary staff promptly.

Retail Educator

Lululemon Athletica
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, ensuring a satisfactory shopping experience and processing transactions
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals, earning team members bonuses of up to 50 percent of base salary..
  • Managed cash register and ensured accurate transactions

Camp Counselor

Windy Hills Equestrian Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Summer camp counselor for horse camp geared to children ages 8 to 12 years old.
  • Safely prepared horses and took children on rides.

Horse Management Instructor

Glenoaks Pony Club
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Taught children 8 to 12 year olds introductory horse management skills.
  • Responsible for bi-weekly lesson plans that supported each child's goal towards passing US Pony Club ratings tests.
  • Developed lesson plans that supported each child's goal towards passing US Pony Club ratings tests in a
    positive and uplifting learning environment.

Skills

  • Customer Service Experience
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Professional Appearance and Demeanor
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Working with Children
  • Animal Care & Handling
  • Teaching & Training Skills
  • Accurate Record Keeping
  • Strong Computer & Social Media Skills
  • Mandarin Chinese (2 years instruction)

Accomplishments

  • Increased customer satisfaction by communicating with clients about their pet's status on a more frequent basis via text, email, photos and phone.
  • Effectively doubled salary through participation in a retail sales bonus program that consistently met its sales goals.
  • Developed bi-weekly training plans to support children's achievement goals, leading to 100 percent test pass rate.
  • Documented and resolved behavioral and health concerns of boarded pets, which led to effective and immediate care under the supervision of a veterinarian .

Hobbies and Community Service

  • US Pony Club member since 2012; achieved C2 rating in Hunt Seat and D3 Eventing.
  • Interscholastic Equestrian Association 2016 – 2020.
  • Competed in rate horse shows for 10+ years.
  • Town Cats Rescue, Morgan Hill, CA 2020.
  • Cornerstone and Faith in Action Volunteer Groups - helped at Sacred Heart Community Center, Hope Services, Loves and Fishes, and Save the Bay, San Jose, CA, 2018 - 2019.
  • Enjoys music, going out to eat, coffee shops, beaching, and spending time with family

Achievements And Awards

  • National High School Honor Society, 2018 - 2022
  • US Presidential Academic Award for Excellence, 2022
  • USEF Interscholastic Equestrian Athlete, 2015 – 2022
  • Horse of the Year, 5th Place, Zone 10, Low Children's Hunter, 2020.

Certification

  • United States Pony Club, certified C2 level in Hunt Seat and D3 in Dressage.

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

University of California, Santa Cruz
09.2023 - Current

Kennel Attendant

VCA Vets and Pets Animal Hospital
09.2022 - 09.2023

Retail Educator

Lululemon Athletica
09.2022 - 12.2022

Camp Counselor

Windy Hills Equestrian Center
06.2022 - 08.2022

Horse Management Instructor

Glenoaks Pony Club
08.2021 - 06.2022

High School Diploma -

St. Francis High School Salesian College Prep
02.2020 - 05.2022

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Wildlife conservation

University-based research

Marine & terrestrial ecology

Field research