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Elaine Gschwandtner

Prospective Master Student In Political Economy
Vienna

Summary

A King's College master student in Political Economy starting in September 2025 with a BSc in Business Administration. Diverse work experience in Real Estate Management, Hospitality, and Animal Care. Strong analytical problem-solving abilities, excellent interpersonal communication, and well-developed organizational skills. Proficient in German and English, with conversational fluency in French and Spanish

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Animal Shelter Volunteer

El Refugio Costa Ballena
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Provided a crucial role in content creation and social media presence of 'El Refugio'
  • Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution and administering medication
  • Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular walks, exercises and training.
  • Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing

Real Estate Manager

Ebor GmbH
09.2023 - 01.2025

My responsibilities included

  • Administrative coordination,
  • Communication with tenants and service providers
  • Document and contract management.
  • Conduction and optimization of internal processes, such as utility bills and asset protection.
  • Optimization of office organization through extensive digitalization

This experience improved my management skills, particularly with service providers and within construction work

Hotel Receptionist

Space Home Hostels
10.2022 - 07.2023

My responsibilities included:

  • During the shift solely responsible for managing 5 different hostel locations (approximately 50-60 guests)
  • Supporting guests via phone, email, and chat with check-in and general inquiries
  • Troubleshooting technical or organizational challenges
  • Ensuring smooth hostel operations

This experience further developed my communication skills, fast problem-solving skills, and my ability to work independently in a digital environment.

Education

Master of Arts - Political Economy

King's College
London (Remote)
09.2025 - 05.2027

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Webster Vienna Private University
Vienna
08.2020 - 08.2023

Interior Design Short Course

University of The Arts
London
07.2022 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

St. Edwards School
Oxford
09.2016 - 05.2020

Skills

  • Skilled in MS Office Applications, SPSS and Database Management
  • Languages: German (native), English (native), French (B2), Spanish (B1)
  • Collaborative Teamwork and Leadership
  • Analytical Problem-Solving
  • Honest, Dependable and Responsible

Interests

Finance and Economics

World Politics

Animal Rights and Rescue

Timeline

Master of Arts - Political Economy

King's College
09.2025 - 05.2027

Animal Shelter Volunteer

El Refugio Costa Ballena
01.2025 - 04.2025

Real Estate Manager

Ebor GmbH
09.2023 - 01.2025

Hotel Receptionist

Space Home Hostels
10.2022 - 07.2023

Interior Design Short Course

University of The Arts
07.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Webster Vienna Private University
08.2020 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

St. Edwards School
09.2016 - 05.2020
Elaine GschwandtnerProspective Master Student In Political Economy