Tobias (Toby) Nguyen
East Irvine,CA
Summary
Pre-Economics and Accounting student at the University of California, Santa Barbara, seeking a Financial Analyst internship. Transferred from Irvine Valley College after completing coursework in Economics and Accounting. Worked continuously since 2023 across retail, fitness, and food service while completing coursework and transferring, with a record of accurate cash handling and reliability in high-volume settings. Motivated to apply analytical and quantitative training to financial analysis and business decision-making.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House
Buffalo Wild Wings
Irvine, CA
08.2025 - 09.2026
- Serve guests in a high-volume restaurant, managing orders and seating to keep service moving during peak hours.
- Coordinate with servers, kitchen staff, and management to fill orders accurately and on time.
- De-escalate guest conflicts, preserving a positive dining experience.
- Balanced this role with full-time coursework during the transfer to UCSB.
Front Desk Associate
LA Fitness
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Processed member check-ins and membership sales and upgrades, keeping front desk operations accurate and on schedule.
- Resolved member concerns promptly and professionally, supporting member retention.
- Kept the lobby and front desk organized and presentable.
Sales Associate
Levi Strauss & Co.
02.2023 - 08.2025
- Advised customers on sizing and product selection, contributing to sales and customer satisfaction.
- Processed transactions, returns, and exchanges accurately through POS systems, including cash handling.
- Maintained store organization and visual merchandising standards.
Summer Camp Counselor
Sage Hill School
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supervised children and kept them safe while leading daily activities, games, and outdoor programs.
- Resolved conflicts between campers through clear communication and patience.
- Communicated with parents at check-in and check-out.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Accounting
University of California Santa Barbara
Goleta, Ca07-2028
Economics And Accounting
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA06-2026
Skills
- Customer Service & Hospitality
- Conflict Resolution / De-escalation
- Creative Problem Solving
- Fast Learner & Adaptable
- Communication & Teamwork
- Cash Handling & POS Systems
- Time Management & Reliability
- Ability to Lift Heavy Objects
Certification
California Food Handler Card (Active)
Timeline
Front of House
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2025 - 09.2026
Front Desk Associate
LA Fitness
08.2025 - 11.2025
Sales Associate
Levi Strauss & Co.
02.2023 - 08.2025
Summer Camp Counselor
Sage Hill School
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Accounting
University of California Santa Barbara
Economics And Accounting
Irvine Valley College