Joseph Grego
Mayo,Ireland
Summary
I am 22 years old and have recently graduated from my undergraduate level 8 course in Helath, Sport & Exercise Science from MTU Kerry. I am looking for some summer work in order to develop some experience and learn new skills. I am enthusiastic, bring positive energy and open to learn, adapt and grow in new roles.
In my previous employments I have been known for being personable and resourceful, with long-standing proven skills in key areas such as public speaking and the ability to quickly learn and thrive in new environments. I am committed to utilising these strengths to contribute meaningfully to future opportunities while pursuing continuous personal and professional growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Previous
Voluntary Work
- Cycle Against Suicide Student Leader Ambassador
- Voluntary work at Knock Shrine
- Selected Volunteer for Papal Visit to Kock Shrine 2018
- Through Helath Sport & Exercise Science Course:
- Delivered weekly swimming classes to local schools
- Delivered weekly exercise classes to children with additional needs in both 2nd and 4th Year
- Delivered both Adult Learning and Positive Youth Development workshops to LCA students
Summer Camp Instructor
Let's Go Summer Camps
2023.04 - 2025.09
- Worked five days a week in camps across the country
- Involved catering for a wide range of students with a variety of conditions
- Involved teaching sports, leading games, managing inflatables etc.
- Responsible for 20-30 kids aged 4-12 at a time
- Found work very rewarding as I enjoy helping make others happy
Camp Leader
Nike Sports Camps
Oxford, England
2025.06 - 2025.08
- Summer job for children who have specialised in sport aged 11-18
- High level, highly professional atmospehere
- Led and supervised groups of children/teenagers in daily sports activities
- Planned and delivered engaging training sessions and drills
- Ensured a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants
- Managed group behaviour and resolved minor conflicts effectively
- Worked as part of a team to organise camp schedules and activities
- Communicated clearly with participants, staff, and parents
Sales Assistant
Supervalu
Kiltamagh, County Mayo
2021.10 - 2022.03
- Worked for 6 months in Supervalu Kiltimagh
- Worked in a variety of roles such as on Cashier / Till Operator,Ccustomer Services, Shop Floor Assistant and involved in stock management
- Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
- Enjoyed interacting with customers and helping others
Education
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in - Health, Sports and Exercise Sciences
MTU Tralee
Co. Kerry 2022.09 - 2026.05
Leaving Certificate - 520 Points
St. Louis C.S.
Kiltimagh 2016.01 - 2022.01
Skills
- Personable
- Resourceful
- Effective Communicator
- Public Speaking
- Quick Learner
- Highly adaptable in new environments
- Problem-solving
- Enthusiastic
- Positive Minded
- Patient
Certification
- Registered Reps Ireland Fitness Instructor
- Pope John Paul II Gold Award
- Gaisce Bronze Award
- Cycle Against Suicide Student Leader Award
- Well-Being Ireland Schools Award
Accomplishments
- Represented college at 2024 National Indoor and Outdoor Championships for Athletics
- MTU Tralee athlete of the year 2023, Rec Basketball Player of the year 2023,2024,2025
- Won the U20 Male Ireland West 3/4 Marathon 2023
- Competed in 2 full Marathons (Cork City 2023, 2024)
Knowledge & Skills attained from College Degree
Through my Level 8 degree in Health, Sport & Exercise Science I have developed a wide range of skills and furthered my knowledge in a variety of valuable areas. My social & interpersonal skills have greatly improved through a variety of teaching & facilitating tasks in front of a wide range of people of all ages ranging from young children and adults. Through this course I now possess valuable knowledge of anatomy & physiology, the positive effects of exercise on the body, and now have a qualified background in personal training. This course has also provided me with an ability to pursue a career in teaching, or in a variety of other areas like psychology, nutrition and personal training to name a few. The diverse and unique range of areas this course has educated me in makes me a valuable member to any workforce.
Refernces
- Katie McAuliffe - Health Sport and Exercise Sciences Lecturer MTU
- katie.mcauliffe@mtu.ie (087 688 7224)
- Alan Ringland - Health Sport and Exercise Sciences Lecturer MTU
- Alan.ringland@mtu.ie (086 077 7903)
- JT Deenihan - Health Sport and Exercise Sciences Lecturer MTU
- jt.deenihan@mtu.ie
Timeline
Camp Leader
Nike Sports Camps
2025.06 - 2025.08
Summer Camp Instructor
Let's Go Summer Camps
2023.04 - 2025.09
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in - Health, Sports and Exercise Sciences
MTU Tralee
2022.09 - 2026.05
Sales Assistant
Supervalu
2021.10 - 2022.03
Leaving Certificate - 520 Points
St. Louis C.S.
2016.01 - 2022.01
Previous
Voluntary Work