Matthew Ignatius
Kitchener,ON
Summary
Enthusiastic sustainability advocate seeks internship opportunities to deepen understanding of sustainable business practices. Comprehensive foundation in environment, economics, and global development through courses in Environment and Business, Environmental Communication, Economics, Accounting and Financial Management, and International Development Studies. Interested in exploring how businesses can integrate sustainability into their operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Dubai
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted in-depth research on Industrial Symbiosis, identifying and connecting potential companies for collaboration within Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO).
- Developed and proposed ideas for sustainability workshops and podcasts, contributing to DSO’s strategic initiatives in ESG practices.
- Conducted extensive research on economic zones and sustainable merchandise to strengthen DSO's competitive standing.
- Demonstrated strong research and presentation skills by collaborating with DSO's Sustainability partner, The Surpluss, to refine ESG frameworks and surpass project expectations under minimal supervision.
Lead Graphic Designer
SDG Impact Alliance
Waterloo, Ontario
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Spearheaded design initiatives as Graphic Lead, creating impactful promotional materials for events like SDG 101, effectively conveying messages of sustainability and equity to students.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, brainstorming and implementing strategies for engagement, fostering a community-driven approach to sustainable development initiatives.
- Demonstrated strong skills in time management, adaptability, and engagement with weekly meetings to achieve goals.
Intern
MEMOTEXT
Waterloo, Ontario
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Led engagement campaigns on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook, captivating potential clients and investors.
- Created and implemented dynamic strategies such as webinars, newsletters, surveys, and interactive community-building activities.
- Positioned Memotext as a proactive industry leader committed to connections and collaboration, elevating online presence.
Research Assistant
MANIPAL ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Dubai
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Explored various research papers on Electric Vehicle Thermal Management Systems as an intern and research assistant.
- Contributed to the research project by formulating findings through small discussions and a final presentation.
- Met deadlines consistently while working independently
Education
Candidate For Bachelor of Environment - Honors Environment And Business
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ONSkills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Environmental Sustainability
- Research
- Market Research Analysis
- Value Chain Analysis
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Waterloo President's Scholarship of Distinction upon acceptance for a cumulative average of above 95% in high school.
Timeline
Intern
Dubai Silicon Oasis
06.2024 - 07.2024
Lead Graphic Designer
SDG Impact Alliance
01.2024 - 04.2024
Intern
MEMOTEXT
01.2023 - 04.2023
Research Assistant
MANIPAL ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION
08.2020 - 09.2020
Candidate For Bachelor of Environment - Honors Environment And Business
University of Waterloo
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