Andrew C. Garcia
Woodside,NY
Summary
Optimistic and personable individual enthusiastic in enhancing visitor engagement and satisfaction through team collaboration. Excelled in multitasking and problem-solving, significantly contributing to team success. Skilled in fostering environmental awareness and cultural understanding, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and leadership abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Environmental Advocates (YEA)
Wildlife Conservation Society
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Worked effectively with fellow YEA members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
- Presented with my fellow colleagues at the Youth Environmental Summit 2025 discussing the importance of recyclable and warrant overuse of fashionable clothes.
- Established trusting relationships with my fellow YEA colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and working effectively as a group.
- Spread awareness to the Queens and Brooklyn community about climate change, importance of recycling and overuse of fashionable clothes.
WCS Discovery Guide Leader
Wildlife Conservation Society
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing visitor inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
- Facilitated group discussions within the stations to encourage critical thinking about the environment and encourage curiosity among participants.
- Offered personalized recommendations based on interests expressed during guest interactions.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss upcoming initiatives, share ideas, and report on progress toward goals.
- Assisted in the development of new stations for increased visitor satisfaction and engagement.
WCS Volunteer
Wildlife Conservation Society
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational stations to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun stations for visitors to enjoy activities such as creating environmental buttons.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Promoted environmental awareness with hands-on activities.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Education
High School Diploma -
Academy of American Studies
Queens, NY06.2025
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Team Leadership
- Team building
- Cultural Awareness
Accomplishments
- Wildlife Conservation Society - Traveled to Albany as a WCS delegate to meet with the NY State Senate and Assembly to advocate for the Environmental Protection Fund.
- Wildlife Conservation Society - Traveled to the United Nations to celebrate World Wildlife Day. The theme was "Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation."
Timeline
Youth Environmental Advocates (YEA)
Wildlife Conservation Society
09.2024 - 06.2025
WCS Discovery Guide Leader
Wildlife Conservation Society
06.2023 - 05.2024
WCS Volunteer
Wildlife Conservation Society
03.2023 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Academy of American Studies
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