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Nicolas Pardo

@nicolaspardo1

Business administration student and operations support professional, leveraging Excel and analytics to help teams run smoothly.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an entry-level operations or analytics role where I can support employers and students, manage schedules and Excel data, and contribute through outreach that improves outcomes.

I’m a Business Administration student focused on finance and accounting, building hands-on experience through roles that require reliability, clear communication, and data-informed support. As an Operations Assistant at the JMU Career Center, I provide “front-desk and administrative support,” greeting employers and students, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and assisting with office tasks like “data entry and filing” using Microsoft Excel.

I bring an outreach and analysis mindset from my internship with Venture Starters, where I observed “startup-focused workshops” and “approximately 120 founder pitch sessions,” gaining exposure to “venture funding” and early-stage company launches. I also lead in high-responsibility, people-focused environments—mentoring junior staff as Head Lifeguard while managing pool safety, and creating age-appropriate activities as a Camp Counselor for 30 children aged 4–7—so I’m ready to support teams that value both operational execution and continuous improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Operations Assistant

Current

JMU Career Center

Aug 2025 - Present (10 months)

Provided front-desk and administrative support by greeting employers and students, answering phones, and scheduling appointments while supporting projects and events. Used Excel for data entry and filing, and cold-called alumni to gather career outcome information.

Microsoft Excel Data Entry Administrative Support Appointment Scheduling Cold Calling Customer Service Filing event support

Current

Camp Counselor

Current

Franconia Rec Center

May 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Fostered a positive, supportive environment for 30 children ages 4–7 by facilitating and creating age-appropriate activities. Adapted activities to meet children’s needs while maintaining a fun, structured experience.

Childcare Age Appropriate Programming Facilitation Communication Teamwork Safety Minded Supervision

Venture Starters Intern

Venture Starters

Oct 2024 - Apr 2025 (6 months)

Observed startup-focused workshops and approximately 120 founder pitch sessions, gaining exposure to venture funding, market readiness, and early-stage company launches.

Venture Funding Exposure Workshop Observation Early Stage Startups

Head Lifeguard & Front Desk Attendant

Belle Haven CC

Mar 2021 - Aug 2024 (3 years 5 months)

Led lifeguard shifts by enforcing pool safety rules and mentoring 8 junior staff to maintain a secure environment for members and guests. Supported front desk operations by handling member inquiries, providing customer service, and maintaining a clean, organized facility.

Lifeguarding Pool Safety Mentoring Customer Service Front Desk Operations

Academic Advisor

Kappa Alpha Order

Advised 10 members within the Kappa Alpha Order chapter and supported fundraising and philanthropy events.

Academic Advising Mentorship Fundraising Support Philanthropy Stakeholder Management Team Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

James Madison University (JMU)

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Business Administration (Finance and Accounting)

Grade: GPA: 3.59

Activities and societies: Coursework includes Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Calculus, CIS, Business Analytics 1 & 2, Business Decisions in Modern Society, and Financial Accounting. Activities: Kappa Alpha Order—Academic Advisor for 10 members; helps with fundraising and philanthropy events.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Accounting, graduating May 2028.