JENNIFER SAUNDERS

PROFILE
Provincial Ski Champion and 4th year Commerce student, passionate about achieving a
challenging position that allows meaningful contributions to a business success.
Strengths from personal experiences and work performance evaluations:
o Strong communications skills (marketing/PR with Sport and Non-profit
Organizations, HR position with Secure Energy);
o Strong customer service, solution orientation, and high attention to detail
(Developed throughout 3 Co-operative semesters);
o Ability to work collaboratively (academic group project/volunteer experience).
o Level of professionalism combined with warm and outgoing demeanor.
o High level of stamina and focus (athletic career and fundraising projects)
o Cash handling/ balancing (3 years retail experience);
o Strong MS Work, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency (required for daily
university coursework);

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Commerce, Entrepreneurship
Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria
International Exchange Program
IE Business School- Madrid Spain

Graduate: Aug 2015

WORK EXPERIENCE
Human Resources Co-op Student
Secure Energy Services

Jan 2015- April 2015

Assisted with new hire orientation by developing welcome packages, assisting in tours of
facility, and ensuring accuracy of completion of New Hire paperwork.
Conducted various reports including an employee vacation accrual update to ensure all
employees vacation was a reflection of years of experience rather than years of service.
Conducted file audit of 200 + employee files to ensure all files and paperwork were upto-date and accounted for.
Properly maintained employee records of new hires, transfers & promotions and
termination paperwork.
Researched and presented information regarding Work-Sharing Agreements to core
Human Resource Managers to provide background for HR managers to educate staff and
managers of separate divisions.
Provided accurate and up-to-date research regarding labor laws and regulations within
Canada and the United States to Human Resource managers.
Provided administrative support to core Human Resource managers in the Drilling
Services Division.

Marketing and Communications Associate

May 2014- Aug 2014

Big Brothers Big Sisters Victoria

Established community business connections who sponsored BBBS fundraising events to
provide funding for 2014 fiscal year.

Organized, planned and developed fundraising events and activities providing funding for
local mentorship programs.
Developed 2013-2014 Annual Report covering past fiscal review and upcoming goals
and objectives for the organization.
Established networking skills while contacting corporate sponsors to ensure a strong and
profitable partnership.
Created a corporate sponsorship package, which attracted major sponsors who provided
funding for yearly organizational events.

Marketing Intern
May 2013-Aug 2013
Alberta Alpine, Cross Country Canada (Canmore, AB)
Developed strong organizational skills while working on fundraising projects to provide
funding for Alberta Alpine and Cross Country Canada.
Strengthened organizational abilities when ordering team gear for Alberta Alpine and
Cross Country Canada.
Provided budget and quality design work while leading the development of exclusive VIP
travel package for Alberta Alpine.
Established social media presence for Alberta Alpine and Cross Country Canada through
youtube, twitter, Facebook.
Developed online marketing initiatives with Cross Country Canadas online store by
introducing meta-tagging, focus products and testimonials.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Certified Personal Trainer
CanFitPro- April 2015
Hootsuite Certified Professional
Certificate Completion: April 2015
Member, Alberta Alpine Ski Team
2007- 2011 (Calgary, AB)
Competed internationally in independent events with top performance ranked 1st in
province and top 10 nationally
Mentored young athletes to promote the important of sport and recreation
Promoted Alpine racing to business community in public events and fundraising
activities
Awarded Ski Canada Magazine Award in 2007 for strong athletic performance and
dedication
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST