Alexia Zuniga
Joliet,IL
Summary
Empathetic volunteer who is able to adapt quickly under different environments. Experienced in engaging with diverse communities and organizing impactful events while collaborating effectively with others. Ready to observe and take on new concepts and abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Volunteer: Church
NHBW
Joliet, IL
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted in organizing community outreach programs to enhance local engagement.
- Engaged with diverse populations to promote awareness of available services and initiatives.
- Set up concession stands and unloaded/moved many different boxes
- Provided material to both children and adults
- Worked with team to create a friendly environment
Student Volunteer: Decoration Preparation
Kelsey Polcun
Joliet, IL
10.2025 - 10.2025
Collaborated with other students to complete tasks effectively and thoroughly
Assistant | Grandmother's Business
Sandra Koski
Braidwood, IL
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Learned numerous homemade products
- Research
- PR
- Legal labeling of ingredients
- Packaging and shipping
- Inventory management
Student Volunteer: St. Patrick's Festival
Ryan Starcevich, Irish American Scoeity
Crest Hill, IL
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted in organizing community events to promote Irish culture and heritage.
- Engaged with attendees, providing information about the Irish American Society's mission and programs.
- Collaborated with team members to entertain people for various events.
- Worked with children
Student Volunteer: Cancer Card Making
Joliet West High School
Joliet, IL
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Created encouraging cards for cancer patients
- Helping in the kids zone
- Communicative skills
Student Volunteer: Food Bank
Jessica White
Joliet, IL
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in hosting community event, unboxing and carrying multiple boxes filled with food
- ShareFest Free Food Giveaway (8 hours)
Education
High School Diploma -
Joliet West
Joliet, IL05-2026
Skills
- Community service
- Team collaboration
- Creativity and innovation
- Social interaction
- Food distribution
- Complex Problem-solving
- Mail handling
- Observation Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Empathy/Compassion
- Patience/Adaptability
- Emotional/Physical Support
Accomplishments
I strive to become a more open-minded individual each day, so some accomplishments I have made from that include: settling disputes between family and friends, boosting people's confidence and encouraging them to take mature approaches, and helping people through adversity. Another accomplishment would be bouncing back from bad grades and showing resilience and determination.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Drawing and Painting
- Creative Writing
- Volunteering
- Playing Sports
- Camping
- Dancing
- Yoga
- Mindfulness Practices
Timeline
Student Volunteer: Church
NHBW
10.2025 - 10.2025
Student Volunteer: Decoration Preparation
Kelsey Polcun
10.2025 - 10.2025
Student Volunteer: St. Patrick's Festival
Ryan Starcevich, Irish American Scoeity
10.2024 - 10.2024
Student Volunteer: Cancer Card Making
Joliet West High School
10.2023 - 10.2023
Student Volunteer: Food Bank
Jessica White
05.2023 - 05.2023
Assistant | Grandmother's Business
Sandra Koski
01.2022 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Joliet West