Christina Blessing

Experience

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  Pool Personnel Inc.

  Jun 2019 - Apr 2023

  Lifeguard

  - Conduct regular surveillance of the pool area and surrounding facilities to identify any potential hazards or safety concerns- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the pool deck, including arranging chairs, umbrellas, and other equipment- Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, including rescuing distressed swimmers and administering first aid as needed

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  Luminis Health

  Jul 2021 - Jul 2021

  Luminis Health Shadow

  - Assist with patient intake procedures, including reviewing medical records, collecting patient histories, and recording vital signs- Accompany the orthopedic surgeon on rounds to observe patient consultations, examinations, and treatment discussions- Learn about common orthopedic conditions, injuries, and treatment modalities through observation and discussion

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  The National Institutes of Health

  Jun 2022 - Jul 2022

  NIH OIHE Intern

  - Participate in research projects under the guidance of experienced scientists and mentors- Contribute to data collection, analysis, and interpretation within a research laboratory or clinical setting- Network with scientists, clinicians, and professionals across various disciplines within the NIH community and beyond

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  Great American Restaurants

  May 2023 - Sept 2023

  Hostess

  - Communicate with servers and kitchen staff to coordinate seating and ensure timely serviceManage the seating arrangements to optimize table turnover and accommodate reservations- Handle guest concerns or requests with professionalism and courtesy- Collaborate with other staff members to create a positive dining experience for guests

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  TerpTax, Inc.

  Jan 2024 - Jun 2024

  Tax Preparer

  IRS Certified Volunteer for Terp Tax (VITA Program)- Assist taxpayers in preparing and filing tax returns- Offer language interpretation services for taxpayers with limited English proficiency- Help taxpayers understand tax deductions, credits, and other potential savings

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  Abod and Associates LLC

  Mar 2024 - Jun 2024

  Tax Intern

  - Combine PDFs in Tax Organizers using Adobe- Use ATX to prepare and file tax returns for review

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  KPMG US

  Jun 2024 - now

  Embark Scholars

  Internship to gain experience on Audit, Tax, and Advisory practices to gain an understanding on future career practice.- Learn and understand how KPMG serves clients- Work as part of the engagement teams to support the use of audit methodology and Data and Analytics (D&A) and tax and advisory related tasks which include data extractions and data analysis- Organize, prepare, and review client reports and deliverables - Identify scope of engagement capabilities by reviewing client material Show less