Alia Sagermann
Toronto,ON
Summary
Second-Year Student | Economics & Public Policy | Passionate About Global Change
I am a second-year student at the University of Toronto, pursuing a double major in Economics and Public Policy. With a strong passion for languages, public policy, and international development, I aim to leverage my education to address pressing global challenges such as climate change and migration. Through academic exploration and practical experience, I hope to contribute meaningfully to building sustainable solutions for a more equitable and resilient world.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Intern
Canadian Animal Health Institute
Toronto, Ontario
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided support to the CAHI team during the '100 Days' period, pre-election day.
- Tailored the institute's policies to various political parties (Liberals, Bloc, NDP, etc.).
- Reviewed existing documents, made edits, and assisted in research to create policy proposals.
Student Intern
German International School
Toronto, Ontario
01.2024 - 04.2025
- I worked as an assistant teacher during my four-month internship.
- Worked in a tri-lingual environment in which I was expected to teach and communicate in German, English, and French.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop strategies for improving student performance.
- Provided one-on-one help to struggling students during study hall sessions.
Horticulture Student Labourer
City of Pickering
Pickering, Ontario
04.2024 - 09.2024
- A student laborer is working as a summer-term student in the horticulture department for Pickering's municipal government.
- Assisted in planting trees and shrubs according to landscape design plans.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
Inventory Manager
Dutchmaster Nurseries Ltd.
Pickering, Ontario
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Developed and enforced inventory control policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
- Trained and developed staff on proper receiving, processing and stocking procedures.
- Managed inventory levels across multiple warehouse locations, ensuring optimal stock quantities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Public Policy
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON04-2027
Skills
- Policy writing
- Data analysis
- Research skills
- Effective communication
- Collaboration skills
- Communication strategies
Languages
German
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Accomplishments
- Publication - The Rise of the AfD in Germany: https://uoftstgeorge.wixsite.com/zeitgeist/journal
Certification
- Alliance Francaise de Toronto: French Proficiency A1.4
- Goethe-Institute Toronto: Certifikat C.1
Affiliations
- German Studies Student Union: Director of Communications
Timeline
Horticulture Student Labourer
City of Pickering
04.2024 - 09.2024
Student Intern
Canadian Animal Health Institute
01.2024 - 04.2025
Student Intern
German International School
01.2024 - 04.2025
Inventory Manager
Dutchmaster Nurseries Ltd.
04.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Public Policy
University of Toronto
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