Simone Thomas

773-580-4825 | simone.adele.thomas@gmail.com | Chicago, IL

stho254@lsu.edu

Education
August 2022 - Current (Graduating 2026)
Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge, LA | Animal Science Pre-Veterinary Major

September 2018 - June 2022

Lane Technical College Prep High School | Chicago, IL | Graduated June 2022

Work Experience
April 2021- August 2022
Five Below | Chicago, IL - Sales associate

● Maintained a clean, organized inventory and curated displays of rotating seasonal clothing and accessories
● Anticipated customer needs and provided them with high quality service while upholding brand standards
and values to ensure customer satisfaction
● Handled POS system transactions including credit, cash, exchanges, returns, and refunds to ensure
accurate cash flow
● Actively stayed informed about latest sale offerings and loyalty programs

August 2020- December 2020

Every Single Day Dog Training | Chicago, IL - Marketing/Social Media Manager

● Market the business so that it is appealing to people wanting to benefit from the business
● Edit videos and picture, to post on social media account
● Work with the owner of the business to make sure things are up to his standards
● Lots of creative freedom that I put into the business
● Help to create merchandise that looks the best for the business

June 2018-August 2018

One Summer Chicago | Chicago, IL - Project Organizer

● Had to organize and help design an architectural sculpture to represent Uptown, Chicago while also
helping tourists on a walking tour of the city
● Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines
 ● Handled all delegated tasks, including getting needed materials and finding the perfect locations
● Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions
● Had to make sure what was being made would be understood by everyone and able to be used by everyone

Activities
September 2018 - June 2022
Black Student Association | Lane Tech College Prep - Member

● We converse about topics involving the injustices in today's society

● Help to create a more diverse and safe school environment
● Create ideas to improve society or injustice problems
● Help members create bonds with people who might struggle or go through similar things
● Has taught me great skills e.g. helping me look at things from many different perspectives

Volunteer Experience
2018- 2019
Back on my Feet | Chicago, IL - Volunteer

● This organization helps post-incarcerated men get, literally, back on their feet by helping them get jobs and
places to live. The group bonds and creates strong connections through running.
● I have volunteered to help at holiday events and ran with the members
● Supported the members who choose to run the Chicago Marathon
● I have learned that love and a little help can go such a long way for so many people