Christina Parrales
Central Islip,NY
Summary
Developed essential skills in fast-paced, collaborative environment looking to transition into new field. Expertise in project management and data analysis, with track record of delivering successful outcomes. Seeking to leverage transferable skills to make meaningful impact in new professional role.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Commuter/Off-campus Graduate Intern
University of New Haven
New Haven, CT
08.2025 - Current
- - Managed team of 8 Commuter Assistants and oversaw program proposals, aligning event planning and operational assistance with organizational objectives to drive operational efficiency.
- - Created and maintained reports and documentation to support event budgets and purchasing decisions, leveraging analytical skills and attention to detail for accurate headcount and expense tracking.
- - Facilitated collaboration across campus departments to implement programs and initiatives that improved commuter engagement and streamlined approval processes, demonstrating cross-functional partnership and process reengineering.
Senior Counselor
LEAP
New Haven, CT
01.2025 - Current
- - Facilitated event planning and curriculum delivery, aligning activities with educational goals and measuring program impact through participant feedback and operational metrics.
- - Acted as liaison between students, parents, and the organization to resolve issues and manage employee (staff) relations concerns, supporting a collaborative environment and clear policy communication.
- - Participated in weekly team meetings to evaluate and engineer group processes, improving operational efficiency and ensuring consistent program execution.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of New Haven
New Haven, CT05-2026
Bachelor of Business Management - HR Concentration
University of New Haven
New Haven, CT01-2025
Skills
- HR Operations
- Compensation & Headcount Analytics
- Employee Relations
- Policy Communication
- Operational Efficiency
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Microsoft office
- Curriculum implementation
- Student mentoring
- Data Reporting
- Time Management
- Leadership
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Commuter/Off-campus Graduate Intern
University of New Haven
08.2025 - Current
Senior Counselor
LEAP
01.2025 - Current
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Business Management - HR Concentration
University of New Haven
Awards & Acknowledgements
- Sports Media Inc., Summer 2025 Human Resources Internship recipient, focusing on operational management and HR program support., - Developing a social media marketing plan with Tow Youth Justice Institute, enhancing community engagement and stakeholder communication., - Leadership roles with University of New Haven Incendio Dance Project: Director and Treasurer (third year), Executive Assistant (second year), Co-Director (first year), demonstrating leadership, team collaboration, and financial oversight., - Conducted independent academic research with a faculty advisor, Summer 2024, contributing to analytical and project management skills.