Author

Andrei Stan

A motivated, sociable, and open individual, able to easily adapt to any environment and fully commit to the task at hand. Driven by the desire to challenge myself and turn theory into practice. Always keen on acquiring new skills and insights.


Ingenious & analytical, can think laterally • Easily adaptable to any situation • Experienced at working in teams • Advanced digital competencies • Multilingual, I speak English, Japanese and Romanian

Work experience

Senior Student Ambassador

Nov 2018 - Present
University of Sheffield, Sheffield - UK

Acted as a representative of the university and supported departmental and faculty recruitment through calling campaigns, open days, and media creation.

Demonstrated commitment, reliability, team coordination, and the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

SEAS CAREER FAIR // Student Event Coordinator

Nov 2021 - Mar 2022
Sheffield - UK

Successfully planned and executed a dynamic career event alongside a group of dedicated students creating networking opportunities for students.

Coordinated logistics, including event scheduling, venue selection and vendor management and secured participation from a range of industry professionals, alumni, employers, recruiters, and governmental institutions.

"Digital Asia" Art Exhibition // Assistant

Jun 2021 - Sep 2021
Sheffield - UK

Assisted in the planning, curation and execution of a digital art exhibition.

Designed and implemented feedback mechanisms to gather input and ensure engagement.

Private English Tutor

Jun 2021 - Sep 2021
Online

Conducted private English tutoring sessions, developing personalized lesson plans tailored to each student's needs and learning style.

Education

BA Business Management & Japanese Studies

Sep 2018 - Present
University of Sheffield, Sheffield - UK

Completed projects on complex topics (e.g., analyzing Boeing's organizational culture issues related to the 737 MAX tragedy, examining ethical marketing and gambling in video games, reviewing the way in which the Chuo Shinkansen megaproject is being handled).

Developed transferable skills such as time management, critical thinking, teamwork and leading abilities, strong communication skills and digital aptitudes through assignments and extracurricular work.

JTW Program

-   ”JASSO Scholarship”

Sep 2022 - July 2023
Kyushu University, Fukuoka - Japan

Studied a variety of subjects related to Japanese culture, society, education, economy, history, and language.

Gained practical insights into the Japanese way of life and developed cross-cultural communication skills through immersive learning experiences.

Highschool degree - Computer science

CTET “Gheorghe Marzescu”, Iasi - Romania

Baccalaureate: Mathematics (9); Physics (9.15); Romanian (9.4); Digital competences: Experienced user

Leadership and volunteering experience

Academic Representative

Oct 2018 - July 2022
Sheffield - UK

Developed strong communication and negotiation skills through effective articulation of ideas and advocating for student concerns.

Organized and promoted academic events and workshops to support student learning.

Learning and Teaching commission - Student representative

Oct 2018 - July 2020
Sheffield - UK

Represented the perspectives and interests of students, developing leadership, problem-solving, communication, diplomacy, and advocacy skills.

Actively sought student feedback and concerns related to learning and teaching through various channels.

Activities

Youth in action /

Oberhof - Germany

Team leader in the “New values or old values in Europe" project in Germany.

Coordinated a 7-man team representing Romania alongside a professor.

Helped organize seminars and lectures in relevant topics.

ERASMUS+ DIGIT /

Viseu - Portugal

Team leader in the DIGIT Erasmus+ project.

Advanced digital skills by creating digital stories.

ERASMUS+ DIGIT /

Campobasso - Italy

Team member in the DIGIT Erasmus+ project.

Developed digital skills such as video editing and formatting documents by creating digital stories on different topics / experiences in Italy in a multinational and cultural team.