Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
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Parisa Khodabandeh

Auckland

Summary

As a dedicated student with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Otago, I am now pursuing a Bachelor of Law at the University of Auckland following a change in passion. I bring strong analytical and research skills, honed through hands-on experience in microbiological water testing, and I am eager to apply these skills in a legal setting. I am seeking a law internship where I can contribute my attention to detail and problem-solving abilities while expanding my knowledge and experience in the legal field.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Aqualab
02.2024 - Current
  • Conduct microbiological testing and analysis of water samples to ensure safety and compliance with health standards.
  • Perform routine water quality assessments, identifying contaminants and reporting findings to relevant stakeholders.
  • Analyse data and prepare comprehensive reports on water testing results, demonstrating strong research and analytical skills.
  • Collaborate with team members to maintain laboratory accuracy and efficiency, ensuring adherence to strict laboratory protocols and safety standards.

Mentor Management Team Member

Empower Youth
06.2024 - Current
  • Manage and support a team of mentors, helping to coordinate activities and ensure effective mentoring relationships.
  • Enhance leadership skills by overseeing mentor-mentee matches and providing guidance to ensure program success.

Volunteer Interviewer (In Training)

Citizens Advice Bureau, Onehunga
08.2024 - Current
  • Undergoing training to assist clients by providing accurate and relevant information on legal rights, obligations, and available services.
  • Developing strong interviewing and client communication skills crucial for legal practice.

Invoicing clerk

Appliance repairs Tauranga Ltd
01.2017 - 08.2024
  • Maintained meticulous records of client invoices and payments, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Engaged in detailed research to resolve billing disputes, fostering strong client relationships through clear communication.

Crisis Line Volunteer

Te Whare Pounamu Dunedin Womens Refuge
05.2022 - 11.2022

I dedicated my time to the crisis team, volunteering approximately once a week, where I responded to incoming calls and coordinated intake procedures as needed.

Volunteer

project Fullstop
02.2017 - 01.2018

Prepared the delivery van for weekly meal distributions and accompanied the team to deliver meals to children in need.

Summer Casual

Michael Hill Jewellers
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • In this role I engaged with customers through various communication channels, including phone, email, and face-to-face interactions, to offer information and assistance.
  • My focus was on creating positive initial impressions to warmly welcome both existing clientele and prospective customers.
  • I also facilitated product discovery and utilised the store system to verify merchandise availability at other locations.

Part Time Retail Assistant

Flo & Frankie
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Provided exceptional customer service by warmly greeting patrons, assisting with merchandise location, and offering expert product suggestions.
  • Utilised a POS system for seamless processing of sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Proficiently managed merchandise, labelling items and arranging them by size or colour.

Education

Bachelor of Law -

University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
2026

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ
2022

NCEA Levels 1-3 -

Aquinas College
Tauranga
12.2018

Skills

  • Legal Research and Writing
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Client Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-solving
  • Time Management

Languages

Farsi
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

References

References are available upon request.

Timeline

Volunteer Interviewer (In Training)

Citizens Advice Bureau, Onehunga
08.2024 - Current

Mentor Management Team Member

Empower Youth
06.2024 - Current

Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Aqualab
02.2024 - Current

Part Time Retail Assistant

Flo & Frankie
04.2023 - 10.2023

Crisis Line Volunteer

Te Whare Pounamu Dunedin Womens Refuge
05.2022 - 11.2022

Summer Casual

Michael Hill Jewellers
11.2021 - 02.2022

Volunteer

project Fullstop
02.2017 - 01.2018

Invoicing clerk

Appliance repairs Tauranga Ltd
01.2017 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Law -

University of Auckland

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

University of Otago

NCEA Levels 1-3 -

Aquinas College
Parisa Khodabandeh