Andrew Simmons
Wendell,NC
Summary
Offering strong foundation in communication and active listening, eager to learn and grow in professional setting. Brings ability to quickly understand and adapt to new environments and methodologies while leveraging analytical and problem-solving skills. Ready to use and develop interpersonal and organizational skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Qualitative Interviewer
One Talk At A Time Research Project
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Facilitated safe, judgment-free conversations with underserved minority youth and their families, building trust and encouraging open dialogue on sensitive behavioral and emotional topics.
- Applied therapeutic communication techniques during approximately 15 qualitative interviews, strengthening family engagement and emotional awareness.
- Observer of verbal and non-verbal cues during research interviews, contributing to behavior analysis and early intervention insights.
- Consistently acknowledged by faculty and research leaders for professionalism, empathy, and ability to create safe spaces for vulnerable populations.
Crew Member
McDonald's Inc.
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Recognized for compassionate customer interaction and calm conflict resolution while maintaining a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated vigilance and attention to detail by identifying verbal and non-verbal customer concerns, then problem-solving to turn a dissatisfied customer to a satisfied customer.
- Summer employment while in school
Education
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Psychology
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC12-2024
Skills
- Customer Experience
- Communication Written and Verbal
- Family support for underserved youth
- Data entry
- Data collection
- Interviewing clients
- Open-mindedness
- Body language awareness
Certification
Principles and Clinical Research Certification (National Institute of Health)
Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America
Timeline
Qualitative Interviewer
One Talk At A Time Research Project
04.2024 - 09.2025
Crew Member
McDonald's Inc.
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Psychology
North Carolina State University