Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Affiliations
Academic Projects
References
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Vy Phan

Palm Beach Gardens

Summary

Motivated pre-med biochemistry student with clinical volunteering experience, strong academic performance, and hands-on customer service background seeking a research assistant position at UF. Eager to support research through attention to detail, teamwork, and strong organizational skills

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Gelato Scooper/Team Leader

MATTY'S GELATO FACTORY
11.2022 - 05.2025
  • Maintained high standards at one of the highest-rated ice cream and gelato stores in U.S.
  • Supported coworkers as team leader, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly to enhance the overall experience.

Teenage Volunteer

JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
06.2024 - 01.2025
  • Prepared and cleaned beds in the Pre-op and Gastrointestinal Units daily.
  • Sanitized rooms and bays to uphold hygiene standards.
  • Efficiently managed patient intake and discharge procedures.
  • Maintained inventory by restocking necessary supplies regularly.
  • Provided volunteer support in specialized healthcare units.

Food and Beverage Cashier

T & M Viethouse
Lake Worth
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Ensured customer satisfaction through effective interactions and support.
  • Organized food orders for dine-in and take-out services.
  • Prepared beverages to meet customer preferences.
  • Maintained cleanliness following food safety standards.

Cashier/Food Runner

PAPA KWANS
04.2021 - 07.2021
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance guest experiences.
  • Managed food and beverage service to maintain smooth operations.
  • Bussed tables efficiently to ensure timely table turnover.
  • Handled monetary transactions accurately.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
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05-2029

High School Diploma -

WILLIAM T DWYER HIGH SCHOOL
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
05-2025

Some College (No Degree) -

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE
Lake Worth, FL

Skills

  • Analytical techniques
  • Laboratory skills
  • Data analysis
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Training and mentorship
  • Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Honor Roll, 08/2021, Received all A's every semester
  • AP Scholar, 07/2023, Received a score of 3 or higher on three AP exams

Languages

Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

Affiliations

  • Women in STEM, Chapter Co-Founder, 11/2024, 05/2025, Co-founded the first chapter of Women in STEM at William T. Dwyer. Organize, plan, and run meetings, train officers. Support 30+ members in helping explore interests in the STEM field.
  • Jupiter Medical Center, Teenage Volunteer, 06/2024, 01/2025, Volunteer in the Pre-op Unit and Gastrointestinal Unit. Clean and make beds, wipe down rooms/bays, take in and discharge patients, and restock areas.
  • National Honors Society, Internal Vice President, 05/2024, 05/2025, Participated in community service initiatives, focusing on tutoring and school athletic events. Managed attendance and documentation for members on probation as vice president.

Academic Projects

IB Biology HL Internal Assessment
“The Effect of Different Sugars on Cellular Respiration in Yeast”

  • Designed and conducted a controlled lab experiment using glucose, fructose, and sucrose
  • Collected, graphed, and analyzed CO₂ production data to evaluate respiration rates
  • Applied scientific method, managed variables, and wrote a formal lab report based on findings
  • Gained experience in hypothesis testing, data analysis, and lab documentation

IB Psychology SL Internal Assessment
“The Effect of Leading Questions on Memory Recall”

  • Conducted a student-led replication of Loftus and Palmer’s study on eyewitness memory
  • Designed and administered a cognitive psychology experiment with independent/dependent variables
  • Collected, organized, and statistically analyzed participant data using descriptive methods
  • Gained experience in ethical research procedures, informed consent, and APA-style reporting

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teenage Volunteer

JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
06.2024 - 01.2025

Food and Beverage Cashier

T & M Viethouse
02.2024 - 05.2024

Gelato Scooper/Team Leader

MATTY'S GELATO FACTORY
11.2022 - 05.2025

Cashier/Food Runner

PAPA KWANS
04.2021 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

High School Diploma -

WILLIAM T DWYER HIGH SCHOOL

Some College (No Degree) -

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE