- I enjoy socialising with friends
- Working out at the gym and playing football
- I attend my local youth group for weekly learning sessions to gain more in depth knowledge about my religion
- I enjoy travelling and exploring new places
Adam Blackston
Manchester,Bury
Summary
Motivated student pursuing A-Levels in psychology, geography, and information technology, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and a keen interest in learning. Possesses effective communication skills and a collaborative approach, gained through various team-based projects and work experiences. Eager to contribute to innovative environments and further develop professional skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Quantity Surveyor Work Experience
RICS Virtual work experience
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Approximated quantities, costs and time scales for material and labour for planning and resource allocation purposes.
- Conducted cost analysis to see where the companies building the building can improve by not spending as much money
- Provided insights into various career options available for surveyors, including potential pathways to enter the profession
Discover Tech In Person Work Experience
IBM
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Identified types of teams at IBM and outlined daily roles within each team
- Presented to stakeholders on integrating AI into NHS, enhancing understanding of potential benefits
- Collaborated with team members to achieve project targets, contributing to overall team success.
In Person IT Work Experience Programme
GCHQ
06.2026 - 06.2026
- Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives.
- Facilitated group discussions to derive evidence-based solutions.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Engaged in team-building workshops to enhance collaboration and trust among colleagues.
Cyber Security Analyst Work Experience
Drax virtual work experience
02.2026 - 02.2026
- Optimised security monitoring tools, minimising false positives and enhancing response time to genuine threats.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activity, utilising advanced tools to detect and mitigate potential cyber attacks.
- Analysed malicious data packets to identify detection methods and inform resolution strategies.
Cyber Security Work Experience
Amazon Virtual Work Experience
01.2026 - 01.2026
- Identified security issues, analysed data, and proposed effective solutions.
- Assessed websites for security risks based on user IP addresses, enhancing overall site security.
In Person Work Experience Programme
HMRC
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives.
- Mapped departmental functions and interdependencies to enhance workflow understanding.
- Identified operational challenges within government departments to improve efficiency.
IT Support Technician Work Experience
Sudlows
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided technical support to users, diagnosing software and hardware issues to reduce downtime and maintain productivity.
- Assisted employees in troubleshooting software issues, implementing solutions to improve system reliability and prevent recurring problems.
- Responded promptly to support tickets, prioritising tasks based on urgency and impact.
- Installed new hardware and software to ensure optimal functionality and meet specific user requirements.
Education
A-Levels - Psychology
Holy Cross College
Manchester, MAN 2025 - Current
A-Levels - Geography
Holy Cross College
Manchester, MAN 2025 - Current
A-Levels - Information Technology
Holy Cross College
Manchester 2025 - Current
GCSEs - Combined Science
King David High School
Manchester 2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Geography
King David High School
Manchester, MAN 2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Food preparation and Nutrition
King David High School
Manchester, MAN 2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Religious studies
King David High School
Manchester, MAN 2020 - 2025
GCSEs - English literature
King David High School
Manchester, MAN 2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Maths
King David High School
Manchester, MAN 2020 - 2025
GCSEs - English Language
King David High School
Manchester, MAN 2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Computer science
King David High School
Manchester, MAN 2020 - 2025
Skills
- Data analysis
- Problem identification
- Planning and organising
- Time-management
- Decision making
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Written and verbal communication
- Computer literate
- Resilient under pressure
- Self-motivation
Interests
Accomplishments
- I successfully completed a Young Leadership Course with my local Synagogue which has allowed me to help out at the local Jewish Youth Centre.
Timeline
Quantity Surveyor Work Experience
RICS Virtual work experience
07.2026 - 07.2026
Discover Tech In Person Work Experience
IBM
07.2026 - 07.2026
In Person IT Work Experience Programme
GCHQ
06.2026 - 06.2026
Cyber Security Analyst Work Experience
Drax virtual work experience
02.2026 - 02.2026
Cyber Security Work Experience
Amazon Virtual Work Experience
01.2026 - 01.2026
In Person Work Experience Programme
HMRC
07.2025 - 07.2025
IT Support Technician Work Experience
Sudlows
06.2024 - 06.2024
GCSEs - Computer science
King David High School
2020 - 2025
GCSEs - English Language
King David High School
2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Maths
King David High School
2020 - 2025
GCSEs - English literature
King David High School
2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Religious studies
King David High School
2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Food preparation and Nutrition
King David High School
2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Geography
King David High School
2020 - 2025
GCSEs - Combined Science
King David High School
2020 - 2025
A-Levels - Information Technology
Holy Cross College
2025 - Current
A-Levels - Geography
Holy Cross College
2025 - Current
A-Levels - Psychology
Holy Cross College
2025 - Current