The document is a cover letter and resume from Jennifer Zheng applying for a position. In the cover letter, she highlights her relevant experience including as a research assistant synthesizing ceramic powders and her ceramic engineering studies. She believes the position is a great opportunity to gain further experience. Her resume further outlines her education in ceramic engineering, technical skills, honors, work experience in research, management, and communications, as well as campus activities. She is looking for a learning opportunity or internship in the engineering field.

1. JENNIFER ZHENG
1939 Powell CampusCenter,Alfred,NY14802
(607)-341-0192 jz3@alfred.edu
To whom it may concern,
I heardaboutanopportunitytogainsome workexperienceandwouldlike toexpressmyinterest
inthe position.Ihadpriorexperience asaresearchassistantforDr.YiquanWuatAlfredUniversity,mainly
working with his team on synthesizing ceramic powders and polishing samples. As a current ceramic
engineering major at Alfred University, I believe that this positionwould be a great opportunity to gain
further experience, whether it be research and development or manufacturing. Aside from being a
summer research assistant at Alfred University I have prior experience in management,client relations,
and communication skills.
The following are highlights of my qualifications and accomplishments:
- Experience in working in groups along with leadership skills
- Knowledge on how to manage a business that includes; management, customer service,
communication and bookkeeping skills
- Helped with keeping inventory and ordering any supplies needed
- Experience in lab work; synthesizing and preparation of powders for analysis, polishing and
coating of samples, SEM, production of stoneware (porcelain) and other clay bodies (slip,
slurry, and plastic)
- Experiencedin multiple ceramic techniques; slip and tape casting, extruding, bisque/glaze
firing, and glazing bisque ware
- RepresentedAlfredUniversity’sCenterforAdvancedCeramicTechnology(CACT) atthe 2015
Ceramic Expo in Cleveland, OH
I am well organized and work well in a fast-paced setting. My polite and friendly nature allows me to
interact well with people. I am skilled in interacting with clients, being able to handle any disputes or
answeranyquestionstheymighthave.I’ve startedhelpingwithmyfamily’sbusinessatayoung age,so I
am aware of the effort needed to be successful in business.
Enclosedismyresume foryour review.Iwelcome the opportunitytopersonallydiscussonhow myskills
and strength will contribute to your team.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Zheng

2. Jennifer Zheng
College Address: 1939 Powell Campus Center, Alfred, NY 14802
Permanent Address: 3139 Knapp Road, Vestal, NY 13850
Phone: (607)-341-0192 Email: jz3@alfred.edu
jzheng1495@gmail.com
Objective- Learning opportunity and practical experience in the engineering field through Co-op or
internship.
Education
Inamori School of Engineering at Alfred University, Alfred, NY
Bachelor of Science, anticipated May 2018
Majors of Interest: Ceramic Engineering
Minors of Interest: Business
Technical Skills
Computer: Basic CAD (Solidworks), Microsoft (Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher), Adobe Photoshop
Honors & Awards
Mastery of Science at Vestal Senior High School June 2013
Dean Scholarship at Alfred University 2013-14
Tredennick Scholarship 2015-16
Experience
Research Assistant at Alfred University May 15- Oct. 15
Management at Mt. Fuji Japanese Restaurant Nov. 10- Mar. 15
Management at Wild Ginger (Corning, NY) May 15- Aug. 16
Communications and Networking at Course Hero (Internship) Oct.14- Dec. 14
Inventory at Vestal Central Libraries Sept. 06- June 09
Activities
Alfred University Club:
-Archery Aug. 13- May 14
-Outdoor/ Forest People Aug. 13- Present
-Hillel Feb. 15- Present
-Design Build Fly Sep. 15- May 16
-Society of Women Engineers Aug. 16- Present
High School:
-Track and Field (Varsity) Mar. 10- June 12
-Photography Sep. 12-June 13
High School Mentoring Program
-Mentor Sep. 11- June 13