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CED Sample Resume
Nittany Lion
10 Old Main, University Park, PA 16802-2602
610-555-9176
nlion@psu.edu
PROFILE
 Strong interest in environmental economics
 Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Community, Environment, and Development
 Skilled and confident writer with experience composing research papers, informative pieces, and scientifically based
documents in the form of lab reports.
 Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
 Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, ArcGIS Mapping System for PC and Mac
 Basic working knowledge of French and Spanish
EDUCATION
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Anticipated graduation May 2013
Bachelor of Science in Community, Environment & Development
Environmental Economics & Policy option
Minors: Agribusiness Management; International Agriculture
Cumulative GPA: 3.74
Dean’s List, Spring 2011 and Fall 2011
Related Coursework
Environmental Economics
Agribusiness Management
General Economics
Agroecology
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Teaching Assistant, Agribusiness Management Class,
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
 Grade homework for 70+ students
 Answer questions,
 Hold office hours
Spring 2011
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Representative, Agricultural Student Council 2010-2011
Awards & Finance committee chair
 Facilitate application, revision, and delivery processes of four awards given to outstanding members of
 College of Agricultural Sciences community at annual banquet
 Communicate extensively with (how many?)committee members and other Student Council representatives
 Organize and compile data from multiple sources
 Delegate and ensure completion of tasks
Small & Exotic Animal Club, Member and Representative
 Promote responsible pet ownership
 Participate in animal-oriented community service, such as volunteering at animal shelters and community events
JOB EXPERIENCE
Petsmart, Selingsgrove, PA
January 2008-July 2009
Pet Care Specialist & Cashier
 Proven ability to execute exceptional customer service by educating and assisting customers with purchases
 Provided excellent animal care to pets in store
Established and maintained close working relationships with customers
CED Sample Cover letter
10 Old Maine
University Park, PA 16802-2602
date
Mr. Matt Erickson
Economist
American Farm Bureau Federation
600 Maryland Avenue, SW, Suite 10000W
Washington, DC 20024
Dear Mr. Erickson,
Subsequent to our telephone conversation last week, I have been following the Farm Bureau’s website and current
events with great interest. Because I have taken a strong liking to environmental and agricultural economics, the
recent article about the EPA’s greenhouse gas regulation and its fiscal effects quickly grabbed my attention. What I
found particularly engaging was the fact that this article mirrors the concepts and ideas that we are currently
discussing in my Community, Environment, and Development (CED) class, and this class is the foundation upon
which my major is built. Established only a few years ago, the CED major brings together economics, sociology, and
environmental and agricultural science to give students a comprehensive background of issues that our community
faces. I am interested in extending the knowledge that I have gained in my courses beyond the classroom and into
practical, hands-on experience through an internship at the Farm Bureau.
Currently, I serve as a teaching assistant in an introductory-level agribusiness management course. My task is to
assess students’ work and assign appropriate grades, answer questions that students might have about the topics
taught, and conduct office hours. Holding this position requires me to be very comfortable with the course material,
which includes the relationship between economics, the global agri-food system, production, and consumption.
Additionally, I am a skilled and confident writer who has had recent practice composing research papers, informative
pieces, and scientifically based documents in the form of lab reports. I also exhibit strong leadership,
communication, and organizational skills. Furthermore, I am very comfortable using Microsoft Excel.
Please accept my application for the summer intern position. I am a competent, well-rounded candidate whose
abilities and skills will be a great asset to your team. I did notice that housing is not provided, but if I am fortunate
enough to be offered the position, I have already successfully addressed accommodations. I look forward to further
discussing my qualifications and interest in the internship. You can contact me at 610-555-9176 or nlion@psu.edu
and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Nittany Lion
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