Hello you!

I'm Teresa - with a Bsc in Anthropology and a Msc in Social Data Science, I love turning data into meaningful insights and not forgetting the humans behind the numbers. Check out my skills, experiences, projects and passions here ↓

Languages

Danish
English
German
French
Polish

Hard Skills

Data Science

Data wrangling, cleaning, visualization, and analysis using Python, R, etc.

Machine Learning

Hands-on experience with supervised and unsupervised learning models.

Python

Experienced in Python for data analysis, automation, and web scraping.

R Programming

Skills in R for statistical analysis and data visualization.

Soft Skills

Ethnography
Interviewing
Interculyural communication
Teamwork

Education

MSc. Social Data Science

University of Copenhagen, 2022-2024

Focuses on utilizing quantitative data to address social issues.

Thesis Collaboration with Unity Technologies

Exchange Student

Prague University of Economics and Business, 2020-2021

Focused on data analysis and organisational psychology. Gained intercultural skills in the top business school in Central & Eastern Europe.

BSc. Market & Management Anthropology

University of Southern Denmark, 2018-2021

Blends anthropology, business, and economics to analyze market behaviors through ethnographic research.

My Experiences

Industry | Volunteering | Research

Dog Trainer and Caretaker

May 2023 - Present | Copenhagen, Denmark | Doggies with Love & Self-employed

  • Providing consistent care, training, and (medical) attention to dogs of various breeds and temperaments.
  • Developing individualized training plans using positive reinforcement to promote healthy behavior.
  • Offering house- and dog-sitting services, fostering emotional well-being and strong relationships with animals and trust with owners.
  • Strengthened ability to work with diverse needs, demonstrate empathy, and create tailored strategies for positive outcomes.

MSc. Thesis (Mapping Occupational Stress)

Jan 2024 - Oct 2024 | Copenhagen (DK) & San Francisco (USA) | Unity Technologies (Health Dep.) | Part-Time

  • Analyzed the impact of national and organizational culture on occupational stress and mental health, focusing on demographic disparities in mental health outcomes among managers and individual contributors.
  • Conducted 51 in-depth interviews and participant observation across CPH and SF offices, collecting 40+ hours of audio data.
  • Applied machine learning data analysis techniques on transcripts, including Discourse Analysis, Sentiment Analysis, and Semantic Network Analysis using Python.
  • Produced MSc thesis and an executive summary with recommendations presented to Unity Technologies.

Associate Consultant (Digital Transformations)

Jan 2022 - Aug 2023 | Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Worked closely with clients to define, develop, and implement data-driven IT systems for clients like HOFOR, enabling inclusive organizational practices.
  • Conducted interviews with clients to assess needs and helped design solutions using Microsoft Dynamics Suite (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate).
  • Collaborated with internal management on organizational planning as a People & Culture Coordinator, learning to create a healthy work environment.
  • Managed the company’s Town Hall and Great Place to Work certification and presented employee surveys at Townhalls.

Junior Researcher (Social Inequalities in Crypto Adoption)

Sep 2021 - Sep 2022 | Copenhagen, Denmark

  • Investigated inequalities in access to financial resources, focusing on the role of gender, culture, and socio-economic status in cryptocurrency adoption.
  • Conducted interviews and web scraping of online communities, visualizing findings to highlight barriers faced by marginalized groups.
  • Used Python and web scraping techniques.
  • Organized workshops to disseminate research findings and encourage inclusive practices within the financial technology sector.

Board Member, Treasurer

Sep 2019 - Apr 2020 | Odense, Denmark

  • Oversaw organizational finances, including expenses, bank transfers, payments, and budgeting.
  • Coordinated volunteer activities and managed fundraising initiatives.
  • Developed strong intercultural communication skills by working with an international, cross-disciplinary team and leading student volunteers.
  • Planned and executed national trips and events for students, promoting social integration and engagement.

Career Ambassador & Student Assistant

Sep 2019 - Apr 2020 | Odense, Denmark | University of Southern Denmark Research & Innovation Organisation

  • Promoted the organization through presentations, marketing, and event work.
  • Helped elite sports students manage courses, deadlines, and social networking.

Anthropological Fieldwork (Identity and Marginalization)

Jul - Aug 2019 | Jerusalem, Israel | Personal Project

  • Conducted self-arranged fieldwork on marginalization and identity, focusing on the experiences of Arab Christians in Israel.
  • Used interviews and participant observation to explore how religion, national identity, and gender shape social integration and exclusion.
  • Developed skills in navigating sensitive cultural and identity-related topics, relevant for studying vulnerable populations.

Visiting Friend for the Elderly (Social Isolation)

Autumn 2019 | Esbjerg, Denmark | Red Cross

  • Supported elderly individuals experiencing loneliness by providing companionship and fostering social connections.
  • Gained first-hand experience addressing the mental health and social challenges faced by vulnerable populations.
Fieldwork Locations

My Fieldwork Locations

During my studies and private life, I conducted fieldwork in these cities ↓

Personal Projects

These are my current and previous personal projects, ranging from writing, data science and development

Game for two players

My first game

I started learning about the game engine Unity and the programming laguage C#, and made this game for fun. Give it a try!

Play game

Website

My Personal CV Website

Yes - this website! I started learning HTML and CSS to create my own personal website, and this website is a continuous work in progress.

Personal Projects & Achievements

🏆 1st Prize in Hackathon

May 2023 – Copenhagen, Denmark

Hosted by Intellishore in partnership with Bestseller.

Developed a machine learning solution for e-commerce sales forecasting, achieving >90% accuracy.

📰 Published Article – Ethos Lab

2021 – IT University of Copenhagen

Research on gatekeeping, sexism, and imagined communities in cryptocurrency investments.

Licenses

PADI Open Water (18m)

Completed certification for Open Water Diver. Trained at Kingfish.

Contact

Email: teresabundgaard@gmail.com | Phone: +45 81 95 76 00

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