Venesia Swartz
Belhar
Summary
Final-year IT student specializing in Software Development, with practical experience developing systems that handle event management, ticket sales, and data processing. Proficient in applying object-oriented principles, managing data through file handling, and implementing efficient program logic. Detail-oriented and adaptable, with a strong focus on building functional and user-friendly applications. Seeking a WIL placement to expand my technical skills and gain exposure to a professional development environment
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Tutor Assistant
Exmacla
Cape Town, South Africa
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted students with Maths homework by explaining questions and teaching calculation methods.
- Cultivated excellent student relationships by helping them overcome Mathematical difficulties and delivering enjoyable lessons.
- Simplified complex theory through clear, relevant teachings.
Diesel Mechanic Assistant(Apprentice)
Drive Right Motors
Cape Town, South Africa
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Used observation and active listening to gain thorough understanding of processes and practices.
- Transfered essential tools and equipment to incoming jobs, ensuring immediate operational readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
12-2024
Grade 12 - English FAL, Afrikaans HL, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Computer Applications Technology, Life Orientation
Elsies River High School
12-2023
Skills
- C programming
- C# programming
- Java programming
- Code creation
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Adaptable learning
- Back-end development
- Front-end development
- Web application development
- Amazon Web Services Cloud Foundation Certification in progress
References
- V.Jackson, Principal, Elsies River High School, 021 932 5085
- K.Jedaar, Exmacla, 084 840 9658
- Jemina, HOD, Richfield (Cape Town), 073 282 0008
Hobbies and Interests
- Mathematics Tutoring in spare time
- Keeping up with the latest advancements in technology
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Intermediate
B1
Certification
- Amazon Web Services Cloud Foundation Certification in progress
Accomplishments
- 2024 Overall Top Achiever at Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology (88.36%)
- 2025 Overall Top Achiever at Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology (86.40%)
- Developed a basic social media platform (web-based) from scratch using HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript
- Developed various ticket, event, and resource management systems
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic Assistant(Apprentice)
Drive Right Motors
11.2025 - 02.2026
Math Tutor Assistant
Exmacla
02.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Grade 12 - English FAL, Afrikaans HL, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Computer Applications Technology, Life Orientation
Elsies River High School