Dynamic professional with a proven track record in program development, community outreach, and youth leadership. Skilled in science communication and volunteer management, I have successfully led engaging educational initiatives and recreational programs fostering teamwork and involvement among youth. Committed to enhancing community involvement through innovative event planning and impactful outreach strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Education and Outreach Intern
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
New Brunswick, NJ
01.2025 - 06.2025
Was fortunate enough to be selected to participate in Rutgers Cooperative Extension's Science Education and Outreach internship program, serving Hunterdon County, New Jersey. My role at this position was to help formulate and disseminate science-based educational programs across the county through the 4-H Youth Development program as well as through the RCE's Agriculture and Natural Resources program.
My direct duties included:
Drafting and leading science programs for youth ages K-13, catering to a wide range of interests and experiences
Creating and editing outreach materials that communicate the benefits of the 4-H program, supported by data;
Designing outreach promotional materials for consumer horticulture and the Master Gardener Program; and organizing programming to promote new tree fruit varieties to growers across New Jersey.
Coordinating volunteer efforts to enhance community service projects and outreach programs.
Facilitating engaging activities for youth to promote teamwork and leadership skills.
Collaborating with local organizations to create opportunities for youth involvement in community events.
Driver
Uber
New York City Metropolitan Area
10.2021 - 02.2025
Throughout my time at Rutgers and during breaks, I have spent time driving for Uber as both a part and full time job to provide myself with spending money to make the most of my college experience as well as handle certain student expenses that are extraneous to tuition (textbooks, food, etc.).
My duties included:
Picking up and dropping off passengers safely and effectively
Engaging the passengers in conversation, in the process making them feel safe and comfortable
Assisting passengers who may have trouble entering or exiting the vehicle
Summer Camp Coordinator
Rutherford Recreation Department
Rutherford, NJ
06.2021 - 08.2022
In 2021, I was promoted to a Coordinator (the second highest leadership position) at my returning summer camp in recognition of several years of stellar reviews from my bosses and as a result of the relationships I was able to form with them over the years.
My duties included the same the following counselor position in addition to:
Presiding over a full staff of counselors
Leading camp-wide trips (responsible for monitoring around 100 or so kids per trip)
Organizing and running programs; including camp olympics, tie dye, talent show, and numerous sports tournaments
Handling serious disciplinary matters; involving paperwork and meetings with parents
Directly assessing and scoring the counselor staff at the end of the summer and reporting this to my bosses
Volunteer Event Coordinator
Women's Club of Rutherford
Rutherford, California
02.2019 - 05.2021
Volunteered at my town's Women's Club from my Sophomore to Senior years of high school.
My duties included:
Assisting in the organizing and coordination events for community engagement.
Assisting in planning community outreach initiatives to raise club attention and involvement.
Working successfully with diverse group of volunteers to accomplish goals of youth education and creating a social atmosphere.
Summer Camp Counselor
Rutherford Recreation Department
Rutherford, NJ
06.2017 - 08.2019
For the summers of 2017-2019, I worked at my town's summer day camp. I received stellar reports from my bosses over the years, leading to my consistent rehiring every summer at the same camp (youths 11-13).
My duties included:
Leading numerous daily activities
Communicating with parents
Looking after a large group of assigned kids on field trips (around 20)
Displaying youth leadership in promoting involvement and a positive environment between campers
Education
Master of Public Administration - Not-For-Profit Management
Pace University
New York City, NY
12.2026
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
05.2025
Semester Study Abroad Student -
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
06.2024
Skills
Program development
Community outreach
Educational leadership
Community events
Science communication
Youth leadership
Volunteer management
Public resources
Timeline
Science Education and Outreach Intern
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
01.2025 - 06.2025
Driver
Uber
10.2021 - 02.2025
Summer Camp Coordinator
Rutherford Recreation Department
06.2021 - 08.2022
Volunteer Event Coordinator
Women's Club of Rutherford
02.2019 - 05.2021
Summer Camp Counselor
Rutherford Recreation Department
06.2017 - 08.2019
Master of Public Administration - Not-For-Profit Management
Pace University
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior
Plant Biology Research Assistant at Rutgers Plant Science Research And Extension FarmPlant Biology Research Assistant at Rutgers Plant Science Research And Extension Farm