Graydon German
Dalhousie University - Commerce Co-op Program 2027
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Education
Strathcona Tweedsmuir School -2023
Grades 3-12
Okotoks, Alberta
Dalhousie University 2023-2027
Bachelor of Commerce, Co-op Program
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Toulouse Business School (TBS) 01/2026-04/2026
International Business, Study Abroad Program
Toulouse, France
Work Experience
2024-2025
EY Adelaide Office
Toronto, Ontario
Co-op Intern Audit / Tax Team / Forensic Team
Working with EY and industry professionals has provided wonderful and valuable experience on my career journey. I've been able to see how important audit and review work is completed to a very high industry standard. By working on these foundational accounting skills, I hope to be able to transfer them throughout many opportunities within my future career.
2024
Edenhall Estate
Cumbria, England
Marketing Coordinator
This experience was an exciting and novel situation that I was thrilled to take on. From meeting wonderful people across the world, to putting in work that allowed me to see a direct positive impact, all contributed to a positive and motivational work experience. Having your office within the beautiful extensive grounds of the estate was an absolute dreamscape.
2024-2025
Subaru and Keystone Marketing Co.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Brand Ambassador
A great way to continue to sprinkle in new experiences and challenges during my study terms in Halifax. Getting to help out with brand representation at shows was a wonderful way to keep up with my sharp interpersonal skills. The opportunity to showcase and create meaning brand connections between consumers and a strong, impactful brand is always a great skill to develop.
Certifications
2025
TaxPrep 2024
EY
Filling out 100 personal tax returns over the course of a month makes you very good at using tax software! I've become quite proficient at navigating and using TaxPrep.
2025
Science of Well-Being
Yale University, Coursera
This was a fascinating course that explains the true motivators towards happiness. It explained misconceptions about what people think brings happiness in life, and what actually does. A great tool for goal setting and creating motivational drivers in life.
2025
Treasurer Training Certification
Dalhousie Student Union
Got a great understanding on how the processes and controls necessary for managing a society fund. I received training on how to manage community accounts and follow proper logistics to ensure compliance with Student Union standards and transparent management.
2024
Search Engine Optimization
Semrush
I used this certification within my work as a marketing coordinator for Edenhall Estate. I was tasked with the role to increase website traffic using Google Analytics and maximizing key word effectiveness when it comes to search engine algorithms.
Extra-Curriculars, Achievements, and Fun Hobbies!
2025
National Business Competition Judge
ACE - Canada
I had the opportunity through EY to volunteer as a judge for the ACE Canada Business Competitions. Students had to construct business plans which I would be tasked to test their viability and strengths.
2025
Dalhousie Accounting Society
General Member and Mentor
This experience allows me to spread my experience gained through my courses and co-op work at a Big Four accounting firm with the younger year students also pursuing accounting. No doubt a great way to develop leadership skills!
2024-2025
Dalhousie Investment Society
General Member and Journalist
The Dalhousie Investment Society is just one of the ways I gain insight and exposure to finance analysis tools and information. We get to manage simulation funds that follow real world market trends, and make decision based on research and market estimates.
2023
1st Place Champions, Duet Acting
Alberta Debate and Speech Association
My duet partner and I won first place within the duet acting category in the Alberta Debate and Speech Association 2023 Competition. A fun way to master engaging and dynamic public speaking skills.
2021-2023
Speech Club Member
Strathcona Tweedsmuir School
A fabulous opportunity where I got to work with speech professionals one on one and train my public speaking skills. Overcoming the fear of public speaking, which 77% of the world faces, is a great asset to have developed during school.
2025
Treasurer of Dalhousie Recreational Fishing Society
This is a great way for me to gain hands on experience and responsibility managing large sums of money within a fund, allocating resources, and negotiate with the Student Union on budgets. Also a great way to write off time fishing in Atlantic Canada.
2024-2025
Dalhousie Gazette
I am able to exercise both creativity, abstract thinking, and critical analysis skills through writing articles on a wide range of topics, and deriving educated opinions based on my research.
2023-2025
Long Distance Runner
Placed Top 20 in the Alberta Cross Country Finals
A favourite way to de-stress and stay active. Throughout high school I was a member of the cross country team, placing in the top 20 during the Alberta Cross Country Finals. Stay tuned for my first ever marathon in October 2025!
