Nicole Arundell
Dunedin
Summary
As a committed student pursuing a double major in Law and Commerce, I am eager to leverage my academic background and interpersonal skills to embark on a dynamic internship journey. As an adaptable individual with effective communication skills who embraces change and challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth. Practical experience will complement my academic knowledge and provide valuable insights into the real-world applications in the legal and business sector of law and commerce.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Reservist
New Zealand Defence Force
08.2023 - Current
- Work well collaboratively in team environments through being supportive and effective communicating.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Performed under strict disciplinary rules.
Dog Day Care Attendant and Groomer
Collar And Combs
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Followed an effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs while also upholding safety standards for more troubled dogs.
- Managed the pick up and drop off of dogs. Greeted pet owners and went over available services.
Exam Invigilator (Reader and Writer)
Columba College
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped accommodate students with disabilities or special needs for school practice exams by reading and/or writing down exam questions and their answers.
- Maintained compliance with school test policies, practices and procedures.
Farm Hand
Kingsborough Farm
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and quad bikes with extreme care and precision. Particularly during when loading and unloading during harvest and balayage time.
- Prepared and administered vaccinations and medication to sheep. Monitored stock welfare.
- Independently shifted stock, break fences and ensured quality welfare for working farm dogs.
Stock Yard Hand
Silver Fern Farms
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Counted and managed stock in the yards and up into chain supply.
- Consistently worked night-shift within a close unit of people.
- Cautiously and safely worked with stock and the unpredictability's that it brings.
Cafe Hospitality
Fairlie Bakehouse
12.2017 - 05.2020
- Displayed calm and friendly demeanour when working under pressure and addressing customer issues or queries.
- Wiped, sanitized and maintained facilities and cooking equipment to adhere with standard procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Laws And Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Otago, 2021 - Current, EXP Nov 2025
Craighead Diocesan School
Timaru, 2014 - 2020Skills
- Confident Communicator
- Team Player
- Inquisitive
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Reliable and Consistent
- Critical and Analytical Thinker
Accomplishments
- City Highlander, Otago Club Hockey Premier Champions 2021, 2022, 2023
- Otago Representative Mainland Cup Team 2023
- Central Otago Representative NHC team, Ford National Hockey Tournament 2022
- University of Otago Rugby team, 2nd in Otago Women’s Club Rugby 2021
- Head Sacristan at Craighead Diocesan School 2020
- Craighead first XV, South Canterbury Secondary Schools Champions 2020
- South Canterbury Rugby Representative Hanan Shield champions 2020
- South Island Secondary Schools Skiing, 3rd in Giant Slalom Snow Team 2018, 2019
- South Canterbury Hockey Representative 2015 - 2019
Additional Information
- Legal research for the University of Otago Animal Law Association. Read and collated cases for the purpose of contributing to the NZALA putting together a report to urge parliament to make amendments to the Dog Control Act, 2023.
- University of Otago Class Representative for ECON206. Collecting student feedback and addressing those concerns with course administrators for change. Communication was important here when encountering difficult confrontational situations, 2023.
- Youth group leader at St Johns Anglican Church Timaru. As a Leader and Head Sacristan, I encouraged and supported youth to get involved with the different activities and to openly communicate in a safe space, 2020.
- Coach for an intermediate girls Craighead hockey team. Empowered young wāhine when learning and acquiring new skills for the sport.
Hobbies/Interests
Growing up around lakes, mountains and rural farmland is instrumental in my interest of water sports, agriculture, animals, hiking and snow skiing. My other interests include playing the piano and reading.
Referees
Mick Geary Ben Varkalis
Contact phone number: 027 433 9030 Contact phone number:
Email: mick.geary@silverfernfarms.co.nz
Timeline
Reservist
New Zealand Defence Force
08.2023 - Current
Dog Day Care Attendant and Groomer
Collar And Combs
12.2022 - 02.2023
Farm Hand
Kingsborough Farm
11.2021 - 04.2022
Stock Yard Hand
Silver Fern Farms
11.2021 - 02.2022
Exam Invigilator (Reader and Writer)
Columba College
07.2021 - 07.2022
Cafe Hospitality
Fairlie Bakehouse
12.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Laws And Bachelor of Commerce -
University of Otago, 2021 - Current, EXP Nov 2025
Craighead Diocesan School
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