Shayan Khurshid
Oxford,UK
Summary
I am a 19-year-old Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Exeter, with a multicultural background having lived in Pakistan, Myanmar, and the UK. This has helped me develop a deep understanding of diverse perspectives and strong communication skills in both English and Urdu. I actively contribute to my academic and extracurricular life, including leadership roles such as House Captain and Student Council member, and have earned recognition in sports through multiple medals. My goal is to contribute to innovation in the automotive industry through collaborative engineering and technical excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Kitchen/Bar Staff
The Jericho Tavern
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2025.06 - Current
- I convey product information effectively to customers, promoting sales.
- I am versatile, as I can efficiently switch between duties as a bartender and a chef.
- I perform end-of-day cleaning duties to ensure the bar is ready for the next day's operations.
Customer Assistant
Marks & Spencer
2023.11 - 2024.01
- Delivered excellent customer service on the shop floor, improving communication and interpersonal skills.
- Managed shelf stocking and maintained high presentation standards.
- I gained experience working in a dynamic retail environment and learned to adapt to changing workloads.
Volunteer
British Heart Foundation
2022.01 - 2022.06
- Supported with stock sorting, donation management, and customer service.
- I also maintained the cleanliness and operational flow of the shop floor, occasionally as the only volunteer.
- With these tasks, I developed a strong sense of responsibility, reliability, and workplace discipline.
Education
BSc - Mechanical Engineering
University of Exeter
2024.09 -
A - level - Math, History, Physics
D’Overbroecks
2022.09 - 2024.07
GCSEs - Math, Further Math, Double Science, Applied Science
St Edwards Oxford
2020.09 - 2022.07
Skills
- SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Associate Certificate
- Intermediate Python programming
- Multilingual: Fluent in English and Urdu
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Teamwork and technical excellence
- Efficient multitasking
Timeline
Kitchen/Bar Staff
The Jericho Tavern
2025.06 - Current
BSc - Mechanical Engineering
University of Exeter
2024.09 -
Customer Assistant
Marks & Spencer
2023.11 - 2024.01
A - level - Math, History, Physics
D’Overbroecks
2022.09 - 2024.07
Volunteer
British Heart Foundation
2022.01 - 2022.06
GCSEs - Math, Further Math, Double Science, Applied Science
St Edwards Oxford
2020.09 - 2022.07