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Colleen Dupuis

Cary,IL

Summary

Enthusiastic and detail-oriented 4th-year student with a strong passion for sharing stories that matter to people. Proven writing skills and a solid foundation in digital publishing, complemented by proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, WordPress, and Canva. Adept at editing and formatting content and experienced in conducting thorough research to create engaging and informational blog articles. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team that celebrates unique perspectives and fosters collaboration in a remote work environment.

Overview

Work History

Editing Intern

Backpacker Trail Internship
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Implemented various grammar techniques, such as sentence structure variation and active voice, to improve the flow of 2-4 articles weekly.
  • Incorporated specific, travel-related keywords to boost website visibility and credibility.
  • Researched, authored, and published an engaging and SEO-friendly travel article for the English website via WordPress.

Communications Lead

Applied Technologies for Learning in the Arts & Sciences Internship
Champaign, IL
08.2024
  • Coordinate with intern supervisor to manage SMMC socials, including Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
  • Create compelling educational content catered toward student, parent, and employee needs to increase audience engagement and financial literacy.
  • Edit procedures and documents using Microsoft OneNote and Hootsuite to ensure coherent tone and structure in e-newsletters, social media posts, blog articles, and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English and French

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05.2025

Bachelor’s Exchange Program -

Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po)
Paris, France

High School Diploma -

Cary-Grove High School
Cary, IL
05-2021

Skills

  • Editing and proofreading
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, WordPress
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Organizing and scheduling
  • Team collaboration

Languages

Native: English, French

Affiliations

  • LAS Brand Ambassador
  • LAS Peer Ambassador

Timeline

Communications Lead

Applied Technologies for Learning in the Arts & Sciences Internship
08.2024

Editing Intern

Backpacker Trail Internship
05.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - English and French

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor’s Exchange Program -

Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po)

High School Diploma -

Cary-Grove High School

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