Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service Leadership
Mentorship Leadership
Athletics
Leadership Extracurricular
Timeline
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Pinak Gupta

San Jose

Summary

Throughout my high school years and beyond, I have actively engaged in various experiences that have allowed me to develop leadership, teamwork, and mentorship skills while making meaningful contributions to my community. Through these experiences, I have developed leadership, resilience, and a strong sense of responsibility. Whether through employment, athletics, or community service, I have consistently sought ways to contribute to my community while growing as an individual. I look forward to continuing this commitment in my future endeavors.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Soccer Coach

Start Sports Young
  • I mentored and coached young children passionate about soccer, leading drills and scrimmages to develop their skills
  • Through this experience, I learned how to engage children, foster teamwork, and balance fun with skill-building
  • Teaching young players allowed me to develop patience, leadership, and the ability to communicate complex ideas in an accessible way

Marketing Officer

Entrepreneurship Club
  • As a key member of the Entrepreneurship Club, I took on the vacant role of marketing officer, where I effectively publicized the club through social media
  • I actively participated in club events and learned valuable insights from guest speakers in various industries
  • This role enhanced my understanding of business principles, leadership, and organizational promotion

Eagle Scout & Troop Leader

Boy Scouts of America
  • As a Boy Scout since kindergarten, I led multiple community service projects and held leadership roles, making key decisions for my troop
  • Earning the rank of Eagle Scout represents my commitment to service, perseverance, and leadership
  • Through scouting, I developed essential life skills, teamwork, and a strong sense of responsibility toward my community

Assistant Scoutmaster

Boy Scouts of America
  • After aging out as a Scout, I returned as an Assistant Scoutmaster to mentor younger scouts
  • I provided guidance on leadership, outdoor skills, and personal development, helping shape the next generation of scouts
  • This experience allowed me to give back to the organization that shaped me while further honing my mentorship skills

Track and Field

  • In junior year, I advanced to the 3200-meter STAL finals
  • Despite struggling with injuries in my senior year, I took on a mentorship role, advising a sophomore runner on training and injury prevention, finding fulfillment in guiding others toward their athletic goals

Front of the House Team Member

Chick-fil-A
01.2025 - Current
  • I work in the front of the house, performing multiple roles, including greeting customers, taking orders, bagging food, preparing desserts, and working in the drive-thru
  • I have adapted to various responsibilities, ensuring excellent customer service and efficiency
  • This role has strengthened my ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with my team

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration, Economics

West Valley College
06-2025

Skills

  • Terrain analysis
  • Physical fitness
  • Wilderness survival
  • Endurance training
  • Daily specials memorization
  • Team member support
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Brand building
  • Campaign management
  • Public relations
  • Project management

Community Service Leadership

Eagle Scout & Troop Leader, Boy Scouts of America (BSA), 09/01/14, 06/01/18, As a Boy Scout since kindergarten, I led multiple community service projects and held leadership roles, making key decisions for my troop. Earning the rank of Eagle Scout represents my commitment to service, perseverance, and leadership. Through scouting, I developed essential life skills, teamwork, and a strong sense of responsibility toward my community.

Mentorship Leadership

Assistant Scoutmaster, Boy Scouts of America, 06/01/24, 01/01/25, After aging out as a Scout, I returned as an Assistant Scoutmaster to mentor younger scouts. I provided guidance on leadership, outdoor skills, and personal development, helping shape the next generation of scouts. This experience allowed me to give back to the organization that shaped me while further honing my mentorship skills.

Athletics

  • Cross Country, 09/01/17, 06/01/18, Competing in five races, I also organized and participated in fundraising events. I focused on team bonding and mentored freshman athletes, helping them navigate injuries and training challenges. Drawing from my own experiences, I supported and motivated a teammate through his injury during a race, ensuring he finished strong.
  • Track and Field, 09/01/16, 06/01/18, In junior year, I advanced to the 3200-meter STAL finals. Despite struggling with injuries in my senior year, I took on a mentorship role, advising a sophomore runner on training and injury prevention. While my personal performance was impacted, I found fulfillment in guiding others toward their athletic goals.

Leadership Extracurricular

Marketing Officer, Entrepreneurship Club, 06/01/23, 06/01/24, As a key member of the Entrepreneurship Club, I took on the vacant role of marketing officer, where I effectively publicized the club through social media. I actively participated in club events and learned valuable insights from guest speakers in various industries. This role enhanced my understanding of business principles, leadership, and organizational promotion.

Timeline

Front of the House Team Member

Chick-fil-A
01.2025 - Current

Soccer Coach

Start Sports Young

Marketing Officer

Entrepreneurship Club

Eagle Scout & Troop Leader

Boy Scouts of America

Assistant Scoutmaster

Boy Scouts of America

Track and Field

Associate of Arts - Business Administration, Economics

West Valley College
Pinak Gupta