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Work History
Education
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Parker Pollak

Ravinia Festival
Highland Park,IL
1
year of professional experience

Work History

PARKING ADMISSIONS

1 Year 3 Months
Ravinia Festival | 06.2025 - 09.2026
  • Collaborated with team members to manage high-volume event traffic and deliver a positive guest experience.
  • Handled large amounts of cash and used credit card readers in a smooth manner to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Directed and completed transactions with over 100 cars per day.

Teaching Assistant

2 Months
Lake Forest Academy | 06.2026 - 08.2026
  • Taught Intro to AI and Intro to Web Design
  • Supervised classroom activities and provided support by answering student questions and clarifying concepts.
  • Assisted in select chemistry classes, helping maintain a focused and productive learning environment.
  • Built strong communication and responsibility skills through consistent interaction with students and faculty.
  • Was responsible for over 20 students at a time.

Squash Camp Coach

1 Month
Lake Forest Academy | 06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Worked primarily with younger players, helping introduce and develop their understanding of the game.
  • Led drills, provided individual feedback, and supported skill development in areas such as technique, movement, and game strategy.
  • Created a positive and encouraging environment while helping players build confidence and improve over time.
  • Also helped in 2026 under CourtCrossover Squash Academy (CCSA)

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Purdue University | Indianapolis, IN | 06.2030
  • Purdue Squash Club

High School Diploma

Lake Forest Academy | Lake Forest, IL | 05.2026
  • Head Ambassador
  • Head of School List 2023-2026
  • Varsity Baseball Captain
  • Varsity Squash Captain
  • 2x Illinois State Squash Champion
  • Sports Editor for Award Winning School Paper
  • 3.87 UW GPA

No Degree - Engineering

Motorvechile University of Emilia-Romagna | Modena, Italy
  • Selected as 1 of 30 students from 150 applicants for the Italian Motor Valley Experience in Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
  • Toured Ferrari, Pagani, Ducati, and Dallara facilities where I engaged with automotive engineers.
  • Attended lectures on chassis design, aerodynamics, composites, and manufacturing and completed a SolidWorks component-design course.
  • Summer 2025

Skills

Reliable and punctual
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Effective communication
Multi-Tasking
Friendly
positive attitude

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Lake Forest Academy
06.2026 - 08.2026Read More

Squash Camp Coach

Lake Forest Academy
06.2025 - 07.2025Read More

PARKING ADMISSIONS

Ravinia Festival
06.2025 - 09.2026Read More

Purdue University

Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
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Lake Forest Academy

High School Diploma
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Motorvechile University of Emilia-Romagna

No Degree from Engineering
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Parker Pollak