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I am Jemilat Ohunene Saliu, a Civil Engineering undergraduate with a First Class Honours track record and a strong flair for graphic design and visual communication. I have hands-on experience in geotechnical work, structural drawing, and engineering software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Prota Structure, FEMAP), complemented by formal and practical training in branding, marketing, and content design. I am a proactive, self-motivated team player who thrives in collaborative projects and values clarity, punctuality, and effective communication.
Through leadership trainings and diverse tutoring/teaching roles, I have developed solid project management, teamwork, and presentation skills. I am eager to apply my technical and creative capabilities to multidisciplinary civil engineering, construction, and design projects while continuing to develop as a designer who bridges technical rigor with compelling visuals.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Yoruba
Fluent
Work Experience
Civil Engineering Intern at Wumech Engineering Services Limited
June 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024Gained hands-on experience in geotechnical laboratory experiments including soil testing and material analysis; trained in drawing interpretation and structural design with AutoCAD and introductory knowledge of RCD Software.
Graphic Designing Apprentice at Begha Brand
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024Trained on fundamentals of graphic design, branding, marketing, and customer relationship management. Designed and implemented practical customization projects, applying creative and technical skills to real-world tasks.
Fashion Designing Apprentice at Bashy Negro Fashion Designing
July 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021Trained on the fundamentals of fashion design, including practical applications; gained transferable skills in time management, communication, and marketing strategies.
Civil Engineering Intern at Cheeryna Engineering Services Limited
January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2018Trained in project handling and supervision for development projects; exposed to EU-funded community projects such as boreholes, market buildings, and school blocks.
Tutor at KidCity Secondary School
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020Taught Mathematics, Basic Science & Technology, and Cultural Art to JSS1 and JSS2 students; prepared lesson notes and facilitated interactive classroom learning.
Tutor at Golden Children Secondary School
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019Taught Mathematics, Basic Science & Technology, and Cultural Art to JSS1 and JSS2 students; prepared lesson notes and managed end-of-year activities.
Teacher at KidCity Primary School
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017Taught basic elementary class; prepared lesson notes, ensured attendance, and facilitated interactive classroom activities.
Computer Operator at Shalom Computer Centre
August 1, 2015 - April 1, 2016Performed office support tasks, including typing, spiral binding of projects, and paper lamination; developed strong communication and customer relation skills.
Tutor at KidCity Secondary School, Ugbe Akoko
September 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020Taught Mathematics, Basic Science & Technology, and Cultural Art to JSS1 and JSS2 students. Prepared lesson notes, ensured attendance, facilitated interactive classroom learning. Coordinated and managed school India Choreography performance of the year events.
Tutor at Golden Children Secondary School, Felele Lokoja
September 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019Taught Mathematics, Basic Science & Technology, and Cultural Art to JSS1 and JSS2 students. Prepared lesson notes, ensured attendance, and facilitated interactive classroom learning. Coordinated and managed the school’s India Choreography performance for end-of-year events.
Tutor at KidCity Primary School, Ugbe Akoko
September 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017Taught a basic elementary class, guiding pupils in identifying letters, reading, and writing. Prepared lesson notes, ensured attendance, and facilitated classroom activities. Coordinated and managed the school’s India Choreography performance for end-of-year events.
Team Graphic Designer at LEAPAfrica YLDP 2025 (Mind Matters Futminna)
April 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025Completed intensive training on leadership, civic education, and sustainability. Served as Team Graphic Designer, creating visual materials to support project campaigns and presentations. Authored and defended a successful project proposal that was approved for implementation.
Graphic Designer Apprentice at Begha Brand
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024Trained on fundamentals of graphic design, branding, marketing, and customer relationship management. Designed and implemented practical customization projects, applying creative and technical skills to real-world tasks.
Graphic Designer (Team) at LEAPAfrica YLDP 2025 (Mind Matters Futminna)
April 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025Completed intensive training on leadership, civic education, and sustainability. Served as Team Graphic Designer, creating visual materials to support project campaigns and presentations. Authored and defended a successful project proposal.
Education
B.Eng in Civil Engineering (First Class Honours) at Federal University of Technology Minna
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2025OND in Civil Engineering (Distinction) at Kogi State Polytechnic Itakpe
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018Diploma in Microsoft Office and CorelDRAW at Ozi Saliu Computer Institute
September 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013Fashion Design Apprenticeship at Bashy Negro Fashion Designing
July 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021First Civil Engineering Seminar - Attendance at NICESA Futminna
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023B.Eng in Civil Engineering at Federal University of Technology Minna
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2025OND in Civil Engineering (Distinction) at Kogi State Polytechnic Itakpe
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018Diploma in Microsoft Office and Corel Draw at Ozi Saliu Computer Institute, Ilepa Ikare Akoko
September 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013SSCE/NECO Certificate at Lennon Jubilee High School, Ikare Akoko
September 1, 2009 - July 1, 2015Primary Certificate at Prince of Peace Primary School, Ugbe Akoko
September 1, 2004 - July 1, 2009Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering (First Class) at Federal University of Technology Minna (FUTMinna)
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2025OND in Civil Engineering (Distinction) at Kogi State Polytechnic Itakpe
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018Diploma in Microsoft Office and CorelDRAW at Ozi Saliu Computer Institute
September 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013SSCE/NECO at Lennon Jubilee High School
September 1, 2009 - July 1, 2015Primary Certificate at Prince of Peace Primary School
September 1, 2004 - July 1, 2009B.Eng in Civil Engineering (First Class Honours) at Federal University of Technology Minna
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2025OND in Civil Engineering (Distinction) at Kogi State Polytechnic Itakpe
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018Diploma Certificate in Microsoft Office and Corel Draw at Ozi Saliu Computer Institute
September 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013SSCE/NECO at Lennon Jubilee High School
September 1, 2009 - July 1, 2015Primary School Certificate at Prince of Peace Primary School
September 1, 2004 - July 1, 2009Qualifications
LEAPAfrica YLDP 2025 Certificate of Participation
April 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025Introduction to Microsoft Excel (Coursera)
October 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024Work with components in Figma (Coursera)
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024Use Canvas to design Digital Course Collateral (Coursera)
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024Introduction to User Experience Design (Georgia Tech, Coursera)
April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024First Civil Engineering Seminar - Certificate of Attendance (NICESA Futminna)
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023Best Female Graduating Student, Civil Engineering Department, Kogi State Polytechnic Itakpe
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Best Female Graduating Student, Civil Engineering Department, FUTMinna
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Only Female First Class Student, Civil Engineering Department, FUTMinna
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Certificate of Participation - LEAPAfrica YLDP 2025
April 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025Introduction to Microsoft Excel - Coursera
October 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024Work with components in Figma - Coursera
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024Use Canvas to design Digital Course Collateral - Coursera
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024Introduction to User Experience Design - Georgia Tech (Coursera)
April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024First Civil Engineering Seminar - Certificate of Attendance - NICESA Futminna
February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023Certificate of Apprenticeship in Fashion Designing - Bashy Negro Fashion Designing
July 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021Youth Leadership Development Programme Certificate of Participation (LEAPAfrica YLDP 2025)
April 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025Introduction to Microsoft Excel
October 1, 2024 - March 13, 2026Work with Components in Figma
November 1, 2024 - March 13, 2026Use Canvas to Design Digital Course Collateral
November 1, 2024 - March 13, 2026Introduction to User Experience Design
April 1, 2024 - March 13, 2026First Civil Engineering Seminar - Certificate of Attendance
February 1, 2023 - March 13, 2026Certificate of Apprenticeship in Fashion Designing
July 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021Best graduating student Civil Engineering Department, Kogi State Polytechnic Itakpe
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018Best female graduating student Civil Engineering Department, Kogi State Polytechnic Itakpe
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018First Civil Engineering Seminar - Certificate of Attendance
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023Certificate of Apprenticeship in Fashion Designing
July 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021LEAPAfrica YLDP 2025 Certificate of Participation
April 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025Coursera - Introduction to Microsoft Excel
October 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024Coursera - Work with components in Figma
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024Coursera - Use Canvas to design Digital Course Collateral
November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024Georgia Tech - Introduction to User Experience Design
April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024NICESA Futminna - First Civil Engineering Seminar - Certificate of Attendance
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023Certificate of Apprenticeship in Fashion Designing
July 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment
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