Kevin Lin
Jacksonville
Summary
Motivated and adaptable professional with experience at UNC Chapel Hill and Chopstix, known for strong communication, teamwork, and leadership in both academic and work settings. Proficient in Microsoft Excel for budget tracking and data analysis, with hands-on experience using R and statistical models. Passionate about continuous learning and applying data-driven insights to solve real-world problems and improve outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Analyst (Course Project)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Analyzed NBA team statistics using R and Excel to identify key performance metrics correlated with win percentage.
- Built and interpreted regression models to evaluate predictive combinations of advanced stats.
- Created visual dashboards and presented findings to peers, demonstrating strong data storytelling and communication skills.
- Applied statistical methods such as correlation analysis, R-squared thresholds, and dimensionality reduction to inform conclusions.
Economic Research Analyst (Course Project)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Used difference-in-differences (DID) and triple difference models to analyze the impact of COVID-19 childcare center policies on weekly earnings.
- Applied group balancing and inverse probability weighting (IPW) to address selection bias and improve model accuracy.
- Presented findings showing significant earnings effects on parents with preschool-aged children, especially mothers.
Resident Advisor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Fostered a safe and inclusive residential community for 40+ student by building strong interpersonal relationships and promoting mutual respect.
- Planned and led weekly events focused on academic success, personal development, and community engagement.
- Served as a mentor and resource to residents, offering guidance on university life, mental health, and conflict resolution.
- Responded to and de-escalated student conflicts while enforcing university housing policies with professionalism.
- Collaborated with housing staff and campus partners to support student well-being, and enhance residential life.
Restaurant Manager
Chopstix
Jacksonville
01.2017 - 07.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of a fast-paced restaurant, managing front-of-house staff, and ensuring a smooth dining experience for guests.
- Successfully balanced multiple responsibilities, including taking orders, serving meals, and resolving customer concerns promptly.
- Delivered exceptional customer service during high-volume shifts, maintaining composure, and efficiency under pressure.
- Collaborated closely with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy, reducing customer complaints and improving service speed.
- Handled daily cash and credit transactions with 100% accuracy, and reconciled registers at the end of the shift.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel to track and manage restaurant budgets, inventory, and payroll, contributing to improved financial oversight.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC07-2024
Bachelor of Science - Statistics
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC07-2024
Skills
- Technical: Microsoft Excel, R
- Financial: Budget Tracking, financial modeling, data analysis
- Analytical: Regression models, performance metrics, statistical analysis
- Other: PowerPoint, communication, teamwork
Timeline
Project Analyst (Course Project)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
01.2024 - 05.2024
Economic Research Analyst (Course Project)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
01.2024 - 05.2024
Resident Advisor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
07.2022 - 07.2023
Restaurant Manager
Chopstix
01.2017 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Science - Statistics
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
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