I am a recent University of Auckland graduate student with meticulous organizational, conflict resolution and communication skills. I have honed these skills through both individual and group projects, representing student bodies and event planning. I’ve gained 4 years of voluntary experience as a class representative, 1 year as faculty representative, and 2 years as treasurer at the University of Auckland. Self-taught and passionate about crochet, a research enthusiast and naturally curious. I am seeking a meaningful role where I can contribute and apply my skills to make a difference and support the people around me.

Rae Zhao

I am a recent University of Auckland graduate student with meticulous organizational, conflict resolution and communication skills. I have honed these skills through both individual and group projects, representing student bodies and event planning. I’ve gained 4 years of voluntary experience as a class representative, 1 year as faculty representative, and 2 years as treasurer at the University of Auckland. Self-taught and passionate about crochet, a research enthusiast and naturally curious. I am seeking a meaningful role where I can contribute and apply my skills to make a difference and support the people around me.

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I am a recent University of Auckland graduate student with meticulous organizational, conflict resolution and communication skills. I have honed these skills through both individual and group projects, representing student bodies and event planning.
I’ve gained 4 years of voluntary experience as a class representative, 1 year as faculty representative, and 2 years as treasurer at the University of Auckland. Self-taught and passionate about crochet, a research enthusiast and naturally curious. I am seeking a meaningful role where I can contribute and apply my skills to make a difference and support the people around me.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Volunteer at Hospice Shop Albany & Browns Bay Branch
February 1, 2024 - Present
Completed over 175 hours of volunteering; interacted with over 40 customers daily; vigilantly watched for theft and ensured safety; sorted, cleaned and processed donated goods; merchandised goods on the shop floor; communicated with team about concerns; covered shifts to support staff during busy periods.
Ambassador at Auckland University Women in Science (AUWS)
February 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Actively involved in assisting events with an attendance of up to 200; supported outreach and engagement activities to promote women in science.
Treasurer at Thursdays in Black, University of Auckland
February 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024
Applied for grants totaling approximately $2,000; ensured financial transparency by coordinating with the executive team; contributed to increasing club activity by about 50 members through regular event planning; assisted with large-scale events (up to 200 attendees) by coordinating catering, decorations, layout, and MC duties; managed monetary expenses by tracking receipts and documenting spending in Excel; led budgeting and financial planning for events.
Class and Faculty Representative at University of Auckland
July 1, 2022 - Present
Represented the student body in 9 subjects; collected diverse feedback and curated it for staff; communicated feedback and suggestions effectively at Student-Staff Consultative Committee meetings; assisted course coordinators in making improvements; developed key communication, problem solving and public speaking skills by presenting in front of classes and addressing concerns in meetings.
AUSA International Buddy at University of Auckland
January 1, 2022 - Present
Supported international students in integrating into the university in New Zealand; mentored and guided new students as they settled in; helped them locate classes, resources and social networks.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Psychology & Biology) at University of Auckland
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Certificate in Data Analysis at University of Auckland
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Graduate Diploma of Science (Statistics) at University of Auckland
January 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate in Data Analysis
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment