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Onisha Virk

New Westminster,BC

Summary

A dedicated political science student with a strong foundation in customer service, and community engagement. With over three years of experience in customer-facing roles and leadership in extracurricular activities, I take a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving and work effectively in team environments. I’m passionate about creating positive change and plan to pursue a career in law, aiming to contribute to impactful public policy and social justice initiatives.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Brand Associate

Abercrombie and Fitch
05.2024 - Current
  • Engages with customers to create a positive shopping experience through attentive service and product knowledge
  • Provides assistance with merchandising, maintain store presentation standards, and working collaboratively with team members to meet sales goals
  • Handles backroom tasks, including processing shipments and managing backstock to ensure smooth inventory flow and efficient product availability

Brand Associate

Old Navy
07.2022 - 08.2024
  • Trained to handle difficult situations, including theft
  • Uses a POS system for cash, debit and credit transactions
  • Strong understanding of merchandising, shipment, inventory

Educator

Lululemon
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Worked the holiday season, where strong multitasking and time management skills were developed
  • Provided customer service, assisting shoppers with product selection and promoting the brand values.
  • Supported inventory management and maintained a well-organized sales floor to ensure a seamless shopping experience

Information Officer

Elections Canada
09.2021
  • Greeted and welcomed voters while following important COVID-19 guidelines
  • Assisted with set-up and take-down of voting stations and booths
  • Counted and tallied votes and reported them to headquarters

President

Burnaby South Feminism Club
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Created the Feminism Club in High School
  • Organized events through out the school like Red Dress Day, Moosehide Campaign and Purple Shirt Day
  • Did an annual drive where proceeds would go to the Downtown Eastside Women's Center and to the Ending Violence Association of BC

Assistant Coach

New Westminster Minor Softball Association
04.2021 - 04.2024
  • Coached various different teams from ages 5-14
  • Lead practices and was base coach on the field
  • Able to handle conflict between officials, players and other coaches
  • Decide game and practice plans for different scenarios

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Simon Fraser University
06-2027

Elections Canada
09.2021

Skills

  • Communication
  • Social Media
  • Public Relations
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Critical Thinking

Scholarships

  • Pacific Leaders Scholarships for Children of Public Servants 2023
  • New Westminster Softball Bursary 2023

Timeline

Brand Associate

Abercrombie and Fitch
05.2024 - Current

Educator

Lululemon
10.2023 - 02.2024

Brand Associate

Old Navy
07.2022 - 08.2024

President

Burnaby South Feminism Club
10.2021 - 06.2023

Information Officer

Elections Canada
09.2021

Assistant Coach

New Westminster Minor Softball Association
04.2021 - 04.2024

Elections Canada

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Simon Fraser University
Onisha Virk