I am writing to express my interest in joining Cohen & Steers as a Compliance Summer Associate. As an undergraduate with excellent organization, professional presenting and communication, and project management skills, as well as who enjoys working in a team, I believe I am an excellent fit for this position. First of all, I would like to demonstrate how my academic background in mathematics not only is a relevant major for this position, but also makes me the competent candidate. My coursework in mathematics has trained me to obtain outstanding problem-solving skills, to think critically and analytically, and to pay close attention to detail. I have used a wide range of mathematical and scientific techniques to solve both abstract theoretical …show more content…
Whether a patron asks for a simple direction to a book aisle, or needs professional academic assistance, I learned to patiently listen to their requests, simple or complex, and zealously assist them professionally with all the resources available. I also assisted patrons by replying to their emails and responding to their phone calls. When not interacting with patrons, I was also in charge of organizing library materials, such as books, newspapers, and administrative files. With the help of senior members of the team, I was able to organize those files to be found in a more efficient way. Often times, patron’s requests came up when I was working on other tasks. I learned to prioritize and stay on top of multiple projects while maximizing my service as a Student Worker. Working alongside with a team of enthusiastic individuals has taught me to always have a positive attitude and to be passionate about every aspect of the job. As a NYU CAS Transfer Orientation volunteer, I had a great experience collaborating with other dynamic team members. As a team of previous transfer students, we understood the fear, confusion, and uncertainty one could have as a new transfer. We incorporated our experience to design individualized activities to smoothen the transitions of the new transfers into the NYU community. Additionally, I sharpened