Kevin Zaruma
Newark,NJ
Summary
Motivated and dependable rising sophomore at Williams College, with a strong passion for community engagement, financial literacy, and academic advancement. A proud Questbridge Scholar and Finalist, demonstrating resilience and commitment to excellence. Proficient in Excel, Google Sheets, and Stata, equipped to handle analytical tasks and data analysis with precision.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Questbridge National Match
Williams College, MA
09.2025 - 06.2029
- Earned a four-year scholarship over thousands of competitive candidates to over 55 colleges across the United States. Matched to Williams College in Winter of 2024- currently on the Questbridge club on Williams campus. Studying Economics, Political Science, and Mathematics at Williams College.
Worker
Tech Crew Theatre Department
Williams College, MA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Work alongside a team of students in the Department of Theatre's scene shop to build scenery and props and provide technical assistance for lighting, sound, and other special effects.
VISTA- Latinx Student Organization
Williams College, MA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Freshman representative on the VISTA board
LIFT
Williams College, MA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided consistent, positive mentorship; met with mentee three times per week and supported the design and execution of an educational project of the teen’s choosing. Co-facilitated a formal final presentation delivered to an audience including juvenile court professionals, state elected officials, law enforcement leaders, faculty, families, and community members.
Dispatch Intern
L&K Transport
Belvedere, NJ
06.2022 - 12.2025
- Calling brokers, getting freight loads, routing the truck, assisting drivers with directions/schedule, and discussing day-to-day operations with the team.
SHSS Program
Williams College, MA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Summer Humanities and Social Sciences Program at Williams College is a five week program for first-year students passionate about being taught by Wiliams professors and introduction to resources available on-campus.
Brick City Rowing
Newark, NJ
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Member of this non-profit organization whose mission is to make rowing accessible to inner city youth of Newark.
Charles Hayden Scholarship Recipient
NYU
New York, NY
06.2024 - 08.2024
- NYU Precollege Program- Accepted in a 6 week program to study both macroeconomics and creative writing while living on the NYU campus; received 4 college credits for macroeconomics.
Caddy
Crestmont Country Club
West Orange, NJ
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Carry 40 pound bags around a golf course; cater to member’s needs while in my care.
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Accepted into a two week supply and demand management course on the logistics industry and how it applies to the economy. Became excel certified.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Williams College
Williamstown, MA06-2029
Highschool Diploma -
Saint Benedict’s Preparatory School
Newark, NJ06.2025
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quick learner
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Research and analysis
- Friendly, positive attitude
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Questbridge National Match
09.2025 - 06.2029
Worker
Tech Crew Theatre Department
09.2025 - 12.2025
VISTA- Latinx Student Organization
09.2025 - 12.2025
LIFT
09.2025 - 12.2025
SHSS Program
06.2025 - 08.2025
Charles Hayden Scholarship Recipient
NYU
06.2024 - 08.2024
Caddy
Crestmont Country Club
06.2023 - 08.2023
Dispatch Intern
L&K Transport
06.2022 - 12.2025
Rutgers University
06.2021 - 08.2021
Brick City Rowing
01.2021 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts -
Williams College
Highschool Diploma -
Saint Benedict’s Preparatory School