Reza Soykan
Istanbul,Istanbul
Summary
Business Economics student at York University with hands-on experience in operations and customer-facing roles. Gained practical exposure to business workflows, inventory coordination, and sales support through internships and retail experience. Strong communicator with the ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments. Interested in business operations, strategy, and emerging markets, with a focus on building real-world problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Business and Operations Intern
A.one Engineering Group
Tabriz, Iran
09.2023 - 12.2024
• Supported day-to-day business operations and assisted in improving workflow efficiency
• Assisted with inventory tracking and coordination to maintain accurate stock levels
• Collaborated with team members to support logistics and basic operational planning
• Gained hands-on exposure to supplier and customer relationship processes
• Developed a practical understanding of business operations across multiple functions
Sales and Customer Operations Assistant
Ketabshahr
Tabriz, Iran
06.2023 - 09.2023
• Managed daily customer transactions and handled cash register operations
• Supported sales by recommending products based on customer needs
• Analyzed customer preferences to guide purchasing decisions
• Assisted in inventory tracking and store organization
• Strengthened communication skills in a fast-paced retail environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business & Financial Economics
York University
Toronto, ON01.2030
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Business Operations (Basic understanding)
- Sales Support
Accomplishments
Model COP 2026 – Speaker & Delegate
• Represented Türkiye in an international climate negotiation simulation
• Collaborated with multiple country delegations to develop policy solutions on energy and sustainability
• Strengthened negotiation, public speaking, and strategic thinking skills
2026 Policy Case Competition – Participant
• Competed in a university-level policy competition at York University (SPPA)
• Analyzed real-world policy challenges and contributed to case-based solutions
• Developed analytical, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in a competitive environment
Languages
English
Full Professional
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Business and Operations Intern
A.one Engineering Group
09.2023 - 12.2024
Sales and Customer Operations Assistant
Ketabshahr
06.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business & Financial Economics
York University