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Josclyn Chen

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Living on the island of Oahu, there was limited wiggle room to explore the world around me. This limitation sparked my passion for solo travel across the U.S. and my compelling desire to design travel itineraries even with no flight in sight. During these solo travels, I particularly cherished my time in Boston. Driven by my desire to escape a complacent life, I am transferring from my local college to Boston University for personal and career growth. To support my education expenses, I work two jobs that demand significant business management skills. Alongside this, I harbor a keen interest in the realm of psychology, and I aim to jointly integrate both these studies into a job of HR management. My journey began with over 100 hours of volunteer work and becoming the president of a Key Club as a freshman in high school. Today, I persistently demonstrate my dedication by working 25-35 hours a week, while managing my dad's Asian convenience store and volunteering. My unwavering commitment to my education, family, and community is elucidated by my strong work ethic and time management. It has allowed me to explore different avenues in life while enriching my interpersonal and technical skills. Thus, inspiring my interest in HR principles regarding organizational psychology, management practices, and the other various facets of human resources. As well as, a raw passion for fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In addition to my interest in pursuing a job in HR, I enjoy hanging out with my dog, Koko, playing tennis, and volunteering at local events.

Education

Boston University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Psychology, General
  • Minors:
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other

University of Hawaii at Manoa

Bachelor's degree program
2022 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Psychology, General
  • GPA:
    3.8

President Theodore Roosevelt High School

High School
2018 - 2022
  • GPA:
    3.8

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Behavioral Sciences
    • Psychology, General
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
    • Business/Commerce, General
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Human Resources

    • Dream career goals:

      HR Manager

    • Supervisor

      Provinces Snacks Convenience Store
      2023 – Present1 year
    • Lead

      Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice
      2023 – 20241 year
    • Team Member

      Jamba Juice
      2021 – 20221 year
    • Cashier

      Butterfly Ice Cream
      2021 – 20221 year

    Sports

    Tennis

    Varsity
    2018 – 20224 years

    Arts

    • President Theodore Roosevelt High School

      Music
      2018 – 2022

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Lions Club — Member
      2022 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Leo Club — Member
      2021 – 2022
    • Volunteering

      Key Club — President
      2018 – 2021

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy