Emily Richardson

Experience

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  Duneland Family YMCA

  Jun 2020 - May 2022

  U14 Soccer Coach

  Developed and implemented tailored training programs to enhance players' technical skills, teamwork, and overall performance, resulting in improved game outcomes and player development.Fostered a positive and inclusive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, collaboration, and personal growth, ensuring each player felt valued and motivated to reach their full potential.

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  Unified Track & Field

  Jan 2021 - Aug 2021

  Assistant Track And Field Coach

  Designed and implemented inclusive training programs that catered to the abilities and needs of both special needs and general education students, fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.Promoted teamwork and sportsmanship by encouraging mutual respect and cooperation among all athletes, resulting in improved team cohesion and individual confidence.

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  National Honors Society

  Aug 2021 - Jun 2022

  President

  Represented over 200 members to raise volunteer-based involvement and community interactionImplemented a reward-based tracking system to promote member involvementFundraised over $1,500 to donate through local events, competitions among students, and community projects

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  Bartlett's Fish Camp

  Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  Hostess

  Ensured smooth customer flow with kitchen staff and utilized data from reservation systems to minimize wait timeImplemented feedback systems to gain customer input and improve service quality and enhance customer retention

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  St Patrick's Church

  Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  3rd Grade Teacher

  Engaged with over 40 students and helped them find themselves through religion and friendshipsGuided students with help of class leader to provide a happy environment and a safe learning spaceReinforced disciplinary skills along with physical and mental enrichment to young children

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  Purdue University College of Science

  Aug 2022 - now

  Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate Research Assistant

  Extensive experience with common electrochemical measurement techniques such as cyclic voltammetry and amperometry as well as regular electrode maintenance and calibration of different surfacesPerformed stochastic electrochemistry to probe the effect of pH on the electrochemical response of hydrogen peroxide confined to microdroplets, as well as measured response current of droplets to an applied voltage

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  Purdue Girl Gains

  Jan 2023 - now

  Organized and led meetings, planned events, and managed fund distribution, resulting in a 20% increase in member participation and engagement.Monitored and addressed internal issues with an open and collaborative approach, significantly improving efficiency and teamwork within the executive board.Established and upheld the club’s mission and core values, fostering a comfortable and unified environment that encouraged active involvement and community building. Collaborated with the President in organizing and leading meetings and events.Coordinated with executive board members to ensure smooth operations.Developed strategies to increase member engagement and participation. Participated in club activities and events, contributing to team projects and initiatives.Engaged with club members to foster a supportive community.

  • President

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Vice President

    May 2023 - Aug 2023

  • Executive Board Assistant

    Jan 2023 - May 2023
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  Purdue AIChE

  Jan 2023 - now

  Facilitated collaboration with AIChE sister chapters globally, enhancing the development of a connected global engineering community.Provided international students with opportunities, resources, and information to succeed in the club and advance their careers.Promoted cultural diversity by introducing international customs and cultures to club members, fostering an inclusive environment. Assisted in coordinating events and initiatives aimed at promoting cultural diversity and supporting international students, enhancing the club’s inclusive environment.Supported collaboration efforts with AIChE sister chapters, helping to facilitate communication and information exchange to strengthen the global engineering community

  • Chapter Relations Committee Head

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Chapter Relations Committee Member

    Jan 2023 - Jan 2024
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  Self-employed

  Aug 2023 - now

  Organic Chemistry Tutor

  Designed lesson plans and instructional materials tailored to individual student needs, improving grades by 20%Provided regular feedback during both 1 on 1 and group sessions to foster learning through collaboration

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  Purdue Chemical Engineering Ambassadors

  Aug 2023 - now

  Design Committee Member and Ambassador

  Facilitate connections between students, faculty, and alumni to create a community of unityShare guidance with prospective students to give insight about the chemical engineering global community

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  Amway

  May 2024 - Aug 2024

  Quality Engineering Intern

  • Consolidated 70+ outdated conformance checklists into 30 documents by reorganizing checklist mapping and incorporating feedback from customer complaints, resulting in a 60% reduction in redundancy and improved document usability.• Facilitated alignment with various markets and global stakeholders to update checklists and create a detailed plan for updating products and components with new checklists, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the process.• Authored comprehensive SOPs detailing the new checklists by documenting processes and best practices, ensuring consistent application and understanding across the organization and improving overall product quality compliance. Show less