Omar Kalim
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
I am a third-year Civil Engineering student seeking an internship opportunity to gain practical industry experience. Through my work experience in retail and leadership roles, I have developed strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. I am eager to contribute to a collaborative engineering team while continuing to develop the technical and professional skills required for a career in civil engineering.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teaching Assistant – Fluid Mechanics & Pipe Flow
University of Auckland
Auckland
2026.03 - 2026.03
- - Assisting second-year Civil and Structural Engineering students in understanding fluid mechanics and pipe flow concepts through practical demonstrations.
- - Supporting students during tutorials by guiding them through practice problems and engineering calculations.
- - Explaining key fluid mechanics fundamentals to help students visualise real-world engineering applications.
- - Providing academic support and answering student questions to reinforce core course concepts.
Sales Consultant
Noel Leeming
New Lynn
2023.01 - 2025.01
- - Assisting customers in selecting appliances by providing product knowledge and comparisons based on their needs and budget.
- - Developing strong knowledge of major appliance brands, features, and performance differences to recommend suitable products.
- - Contributing to store sales targets and performance goals, supporting the store in ranking among the top 3 Noel Leeming stores in New Zealand.
- - Providing professional customer service to ensure positive in-store experiences and repeat customers.
Storeman / Sales Consultant
Noel Leeming
New Lynn
2023.01 - 2025.02
- - Managing incoming stock by receiving, registering, and organising inventory within the store system.
- - Coordinating stock movement between storage and retail floor to maintain efficient product availability and display organisation.
- - Supporting customer collections by safely handling and loading large appliances into vehicles.
- - Designing and arranging in-store product displays to improve visibility and customer engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Civil Engineering
The University of Auckland
AucklandExtracurricular
Assist with organising and setting up community events at my local mosque, including guest speaker talks and Ramadan events such as iftar gatherings. Help support initiatives that connect the local community with the mosque and promote greater understanding of Islam.
Represented Avondale College in the First XI football team and competed in track and field, representing the school in the 100m and 200m events at the Western Zone championships. Also played Division 1 football for my local club and served as team captain for two years, demonstrating leadership, teamwork, and commitment to competitive sport.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant – Fluid Mechanics & Pipe Flow
University of Auckland
2026.03 - 2026.03
Storeman / Sales Consultant
Noel Leeming
2023.01 - 2025.02
Sales Consultant
Noel Leeming
2023.01 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Civil Engineering
The University of Auckland