Resume
Dennis So
A self-motivated, results-oriented individual with strong organizational and communication skills driven by the challenge of making a difference. Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills resulting in the ability to multitask in a fast paced, growing work environment. A quick learner and adaptable team player with a strong work ethic.
Work Experience
RBC
Mar 2020 - Present
- The RBC Career Launch Program is a one-year rotational development program combining diverse work experience with career development. (https://jobs.rbc.com/ca/en/CareerLaunch)
- First Rotation: Worked multiple roles within the Public & Corporate Banking Operations teams including mortgage skips, MCA digitization, and issuing payout statements. Whether it is liaising between law firms and RBC’s records & distribution team to process the payouts of client’s mortgages, or helping clients skip mortgage payments for COVID-19 relief, working in these multiple roles required agile learning, communication, and team working skills.
- Second Rotation: Partnered with RBC sponsored charity Right To Play to support the Canadian fundraising team responsible for working with high net worth portfolios consisting of corporate and foundation donors. In my role I was responsible for prospect researching, proposals, sponsorship decks, grant applications, donor stewardship and donor engagement. This multifaceted environment required team working skills and an attention to detail.
- Third Rotation: Joined the Advisor Digitization & Technology Enablement team in regional banking. Worked alongside entrepreneurial specialists with varied business and technical backgrounds to deliver initiatives in core platform evolution, advisor tools, physical network technology, hardware, social media, and emerging experiences. Supported applications with 9,500+ users and enhanced transaction reporting and design. Implemented changes to documentation/AI chatbot in CRM software for advisor support.
- Achieved proficiency in developing my professional development by learning how to create and manage a personal brand through targeted coaching. Learned about having an open mindset and applying a willingness to learn to everything from work goals to personal life goals.
Canada's Wonderland
May 2019 - Dec 2019 &
Jul 2018 - Oct 2018 &
Jul 2017 - Aug 2017
Jul 2018 - Oct 2018 &
Jul 2017 - Aug 2017
- Demonstrated responsibility by following bar policies and adhering to the company cornerstones of safety, service, courtesy, cleanliness, and integrity.
- Working in a fast-paced environment that required and honed my verbal communication skills.
- Learned about providing impeccable service to park guests and gained valuable experience about the service industry.
My Education
Queen's University
Sept 2015 - Jun 2019
- Proficient in Java, Python, C, HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, and Microsoft Office suite.
- Knowledgeable in JavaScript, ReactJS, C#, Haskell, Prolog, Bash, Windows OS, Mac OS, and Linux OS.
Harbord Collegiate Institute
Sept 2011 - July 2015
- Focused on Computer Science; enrolled in computer science classes from grade 10 through grade 12.
- Participated in EdAppHack hackathon and University of Waterloo's computing contest Canadian Computing Competition (CCC).
Past Project Experience
Qlicker
Sept 2018 - Apr 2019
- Qlicker is a web-based app designed with ReactJS, HTML, CSS, MongoDB and Github to make it easier for professors to integrate student participation into their classes.
- Worked on an existing codebase in consultation with a client using a continuous integration and delivery model to add a self-quiz feature, replace the grades dashboard, and improve the user interface.
- App won the Student’s Choice Award at Queen’s Creative Computing event published on the Kingston newspaper (https://www.thewhig.com/news/local-news/showcase-highlights-creative-computing).
Movie Ticket System
Jan 2018 - Jul 2018
- Created an online movie ticket vendor website with HTML, CSS, and Javascript. Created a MySQL database from our own ER Schema and making queries to it in PHP.
- Website has persistent log-in with hashed passwords, has two user-classes users & admins who can manage movie theatres, and movies. Users can create an account, purchase tickets, and make movie reviews.
Battle Rhythm
Jan 2016 - Apr 2017
- Designed a fully functioning game using a novel idea with the Unity engine and scripting with C#.
- Learned how to design user-facing programs that are interactive and intuitive.
Extracurricular Experience
Queen's Venture Capital
Oct 2017 - Apr 2018
- Composed a responsive website using HTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP, and MySQL using IntelliJ, Visual Studio Code, and Github as version control.
- Gained valuable experience in full stack development. Worked closely with customers (Club Presidents) to help them create their vision. Learned how to effectively listen to demands and explain technical limitations.
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