Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Community Service
References
Hobbies and Interests
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Jozeal B. Petersen

Brackendowns

Summary

Final-year BSc Electrical Engineering student with a strong background in analytical problem-solving and systems thinking. Known for critical thinking, adaptability, and a resilient work ethic developed through challenges and practical experiences in multidisciplinary engineering and programming. Enthusiastic about continuous learning and utilizing new technologies to solve real-world problems. Dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality solutions in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Science Ethics Teaching Assistant

University Of The Witwatersrand
10.2024 - 11.2024

Mathematics Peer Tutor

Self-employed
2024 - 2024
  • Helped fellow students prepare for quizzes and examinations.
  • Assisted other students with homework and provided supplementary instruction.
  • Served as a mentor to struggling students, providing emotional support alongside academic assistance when necessary.

Intern

Link Africa
12.2022 - 01.2023
  • Handled dispatch instructions and fiber optic fault diagnosis in Operations, collaborating with senior splicing technicians.
  • Learned and applied splicing techniques to repair fiber breaks; used OTDR to verify cable integrity.
  • Supported the IT department with database integration and virtual office presentations.
  • Assisted in warehouse logistics and inventory management.
  • Conducted site surveys and distance measurements; helped develop splicing instructions with the Planning team.
  • Collaborated with engineers in Build/NOC on Layer 2 network configuration, error ticketing, and producing Take-Over Certificates.
  • Gained cross-functional experience across departments, enhancing technical skills, communication, and problem-solving.
  • Developed a comprehensive understanding of telecom infrastructure and operations.

Logo Designer

01.2020 - 2021
  • Logo design (free-lance): 2020 - current
  • Enhanced brand recognition by designing unique and memorable logos for various clients.
  • Evaluated existing company logos for potential redesigns to enhance brand identity and recognition.

Sound Engineer

Revival Centre Community church
01.2016 - 2021
  • 5 years as a sound engineer at the local church (Revival Centre Community church): 2016-current
  • Separated instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds and mixed during post-production stage.
  • Enhanced audio quality by properly setting up, testing, and adjusting sound equipment for various events.

Perfume and cologne distributor

01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Perfume and cologne distribute: 2020 January – March (Covid-19 hard lockdown)
  • Developed strong relationships with key accounts, leading to increased repeat business.

Education

High School -

Parktown Boys’ High School
01.2019

Skills

  • Programming: C, C, Delphi, Python, Assembly, R
  • Tools & Software: AWS QuickSight, Amazon S3, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, LTSpice, CAD, Matlab, Worship Extreme, Easy Worship, Photoshop, Canva, Social Media Platforms
  • Engineering & Technical: Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, Measurement Systems, Circuit Analysis & Design, Splicing Techniques, Layer 2 Networking, OTDR Use, Cloud Hosting, Website Deployment, Data Visualization
  • Engineering & Technical: Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, Measurement Systems, Circuit Analysis & Design, Splicing Techniques, Layer 2 Networking, OTDR Use
  • Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Complex Problem-Solving, Algorithm Design, Debugging, Optimization
  • Soft Skills: Communication, Time Management, Adaptability, Conflict Resolution, Relationship Building, Collaborative Teamwork, Calm and Patient Demeanour, Initiative, Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Resilience, Self-Learning, Client-Facing Communication, Technical Writing, Multitasking
  • Leadership & Management: Team Leadership, Coaching, Mentorship, Tutoring, Project Management

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Merit – Third position (Gibson Pillay Learning Academy, 2015)
  • Top Achiever Subject Award – Mathematics (Gibson Pillay learning Academy, 2015)
  • Certificate of Achievement - FGCU Leadership Summit (Florida Gulf Coast University, held in Florida, USA, 2016)
  • Second Round SAMF Math Olympiad (2016)
  • Academic Certificate of Achievement – Bronze Award (Parktown Boys’ High School, 2017)
  • IT Olympiad – Bronze Award (2017)
  • IT Olympiad – Silver Award (2018)
  • Academic Scroll (Parktown Boys’ High School, 2018)
  • Poetry Segment of Tyler Sassman Awareness Campaign – 3rd Place (2018)
  • Academic Half Colours (Parktown Boys’ High School, 2019)
  • Finalist in CNA and 947 Johannesburg Art Competition (2019)

Certification

  • Software Engineering Job Simulation, JP Morgan Chase & Co - January 2024 - February 2024

Languages

English - Fluent
Afrikaans - Proficient

Timeline

Health Science Ethics Teaching Assistant

University Of The Witwatersrand
10.2024 - 11.2024

Intern

Link Africa
12.2022 - 01.2023

Logo Designer

01.2020 - 2021

Perfume and cologne distributor

01.2020 - 03.2020

Sound Engineer

Revival Centre Community church
01.2016 - 2021

Mathematics Peer Tutor

Self-employed
2024 - 2024

High School -

Parktown Boys’ High School

Community Service

  • Part of the event planning committee for a Fun Day with Crystal Ministries Leadership
    Academy (2015).
  • Planned Cancer walks and toiletry drives with the Tyler Sassman Cancer Foundation (2017-
    2019).
  • Volunteered at Ladies of Hope as a home-based care agent for the elderly and people with
    disabilities – December 2018.
  • Volunteered at the Helping Hands’ Easter and Christmas drives – 2022.
  • Team leader at Imagine Church’s “Serve Day” – 2023.)

References

  • Founder: Randall, Sassman, 082 444 6943, Tyler Sassman Cancer Foundation
  • CEO: Dr. Imran Abbas, 083 679 9099, Link Africa (Pty) Ltd

Hobbies and Interests

  • Learning new skills either through online courses or exploration
  • Manual Labour
  • Figuring out how things work by dismantling and reassembling them
  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Reading faith-based books
  • Learning new languages
  • Weightlifting for fitness
  • Art

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