Carson K. Hughes
Summary
Recent college graduate with strong communication and research skills, demonstrated through leadership experience. Seeking entry-level opportunity to further develop and apply skills in a professional environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Publishing and Editing Intern
The Point Magazine
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Proofread, edit, and fact-check both digital and print pieces, aiding in publishing the Summer Issue of the magazine. Assist in other miscellaneous day-to-day activities as requested.
Museum Education Intern
Mississippi Department of Archives and History
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Created and curated museum gallery carts that are used for large group tours. Also aided in day-to-day tasks such as hosting tour groups and assisting with kid's camps.
Tutor and Office Assistant
Mississippi College History and Political Science Department
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Tutored students in entry and upper-level history courses, Assisted department professors in grading and organizing student assignments
- Managed social media accounts to promote department events and speakers.
Front of House Cashier / Customer Service
Iz Café
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Welcomed customers and facilitated food orders. Retrieved stock to maintain inventory and packaged orders. Also maintained, organized and cleaned café.
Porter at The Lake Yellowstone Hotel
Yellowstone National Park – (Xanterra Travel Collection)
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Ensured the cleanliness of the public areas and restrooms to promote an inviting atmosphere and maintain the facilities' historical integrity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition & History, Philosophy Minor
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2025
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Proofreading
- Editing
- Historical Research
- Public speaking
- Social media management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Affiliations
- Shawreth Men's Club (Campus Fraternity), Chaplin
- MC Scouts, Event Planner & Vice-President
- Mississippi College's Literary Magazine, Asst. Editor (2024-25)
- Youth Mentor at the John and Vera Mae Perkins Foundation where I assist with after-school care and tutoring for at-risk children. (2023-current)
Timeline
Publishing and Editing Intern
The Point Magazine
06.2025 - 07.2025
Museum Education Intern
Mississippi Department of Archives and History
06.2024 - 08.2024
Tutor and Office Assistant
Mississippi College History and Political Science Department
09.2023 - 05.2024
Front of House Cashier / Customer Service
Iz Café
06.2023 - 08.2023
Porter at The Lake Yellowstone Hotel
Yellowstone National Park – (Xanterra Travel Collection)
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition & History, Philosophy Minor
Mississippi College
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