NICHOLAS NGUYEN
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Born in Melbourne, Australia and aspiring to create a positive impact on the world. I have experience working in teams and engaging with diverse groups of people. Eager to contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where I can apply my skills to gain a better experience in the real world.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
STEM Outreach Volunteer
Engineers Without Borders University of Melbourne
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered interactive engineering workshops, inspiring 600+ primary school kids across Victoria to pursue careers in STEM with a focus on sustainability and humanitarian
- Adapted workshop delivery according to the group's needs and audiences
- Guided kids to work together as a team in hands-on activities
Freelance Graphics Designer
self-employed
01.2021 - 12.2025
- Engaged with programmers and game developers to help design artworks, including browser games, logos and a high school yearbook
- Managed communication across clients and the team to provide excellent services through Discord
- Actively sought improvement through large gaming communities on Discord (300+ members), to incorporate community feedback
Food Technology - Applied Practical Skills
University High School
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Completed 3 years of hands-on food preparation and basic hygiene safety
- Managed time under pressure in a kitchen setting, working both independently and in pairs to complete assessed tasks
- Developed strong organisational and multitasking skills under pressure
Education
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC12-2027
High School Diploma -
The University High School
Melbourne, VIC01.2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA certified)
- Training and mentoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Mental mathematics
- Community engagement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Vietnamese
Professional Working
Timeline
STEM Outreach Volunteer
Engineers Without Borders University of Melbourne
01.2024 - Current
Freelance Graphics Designer
self-employed
01.2021 - 12.2025
Food Technology - Applied Practical Skills
University High School
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Melbourne
High School Diploma -
The University High School
Awards
- Melbourne Plus Community Engagement Award, 2024
- 2024 Visual Communication Valedictorian Award, 2024
- Foundation Scholarship by the University High School, 2022
- Excellence in Media, 2022
Hobbies and Interests
- Calisthenics
- Art and design
- Hiking and roadtripping