Arielle Bennett
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Ambitious third-year undergraduate student with a
desire to explore Architectural design
and Urban Real Estate & Development. Strong
work ethic, adaptability and
exceptional interpersonal skills with a
history of successful projects
employing leadership and
communciation. Solid academic
achievement paired with demonstrated
commitment and integrity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
President, Participatory Action Art Mentorship
William L. Sayre High School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Developed a comprehensive mentoring program to support local high school students and their interests in the arts.
- Utilized engaging learning methods to teach mentees architectural software, and guide them in designing floor plans for their ideal spaces.
Residential Services Projects Intern
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia , PA
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted Penn’s architects in planning and executing campus renovations and new construction, conducting site walkthroughs, surveying locations for improvements, and preparing buildings for opening.
- Created detailed floor plans and furniture layouts for campus housing and dining halls, optimizing space organization—plans are now displayed in nearly every common space across campus.
Environmental Engineering Intern
The Philadelphia Water Department
Philadelphia, PA
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted with environmental engineering research for the Office of Watersheds, preparing detailed reports on water and soil quality in city watersheds and public schools.
- Evaluated pollution control systems in Philadelphia, managed high school interns in fieldwork, and participated in meetings with government agencies to address compliance issues.
Tour Guide and High School Apprentice
The Fabric Workshop & Museum
Philadelphia, PA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Offered guests detailed insights into current exhibitions and the establishment's history.
- Assisted the artist-in-residence with installations and learned hand screenprinting on fabric in a professional studio.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA05-2026
High School Diploma -
The Agnes Irwin School
Bryn Mawr, PA06-2022
Skills
- Proficiency in Rhinoceros, AutoCAD, Enscape, Adobe Suite
- Familiar with Revit and V-Ray; actively improving skills
Awards
- Maguire Foundation Scholar, 2025-2022
- Michael Yaron Architecture Prize, 2024
- Dean's List (discontinued), 2024-2022
- Esher/Clower '14 Arts Opportunity Grant, 2022
- Priscilla MacNeal Fine Arts Award, 2022
Extracurricular Activities
- Participatory Action Art Mentorship Program (PAAM), President & Architecture Mentor, 2025
- ARCHtank (University's undergraduate architecture organization), third-year board member, 2025
- Wharton Undergraduate Real Estate Club, General Member, 2025
- Participatory Art Design Studio, PAAM head representative, 2025
- African American Arts Alliance, Lead Set Designer & Stage Hand, 2024
Timeline
Residential Services Projects Intern
University of Pennsylvania
06.2024 - Current
President, Participatory Action Art Mentorship
William L. Sayre High School
01.2024 - Current
Environmental Engineering Intern
The Philadelphia Water Department
06.2023 - 09.2023
Tour Guide and High School Apprentice
The Fabric Workshop & Museum
08.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
The Agnes Irwin School
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