Laila Bickham
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Aspiring business and marketing undergraduate student with hands-on experience in strategic communications, marketing internships, and executive-level student leadership.Experienced in applying consumer behavior and business strategy concepts through academic projects. Seeking entry-level professional experience to contribute to organizational goals and build a strong foundation for future MBA studies.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marketing Intern
Center for Career & Professional Development(CCPD)
New Orleans, Louisiana
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and executed strategic social media content that engaged students, faculty, and industry professionals, enhancing community interaction.
- Promoted internships, fellowships, employment opportunities, and professional development programs, driving increased participation in career readiness initiatives.
- Evaluate engagement trends to refine content strategy and improve outreach effectiveness.
- Created Bleu Pride Guide to assist students in navigating professional development, internships, and career opportunities, facilitating informed decision-making.
Marketing and Communications Intern
STEM NOLA
New Orleans, Louisiana
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Created multimedia content highlighting hands-on STEM experiences for K–12 students, families, and educators.
- Collaborated with communications team to enhance engagement and visibility for STEM outreach events, attracting broader participation.
- Applied strategic communications and social media marketing to promote STEM programming, increasing community awareness in New Orleans.
- Supported brand storytelling efforts emphasizing education access and innovation, fostering community development initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Concentration:Marketing
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA05-2026
Skills
- Social media strategy
- Content creation
- Brand storytelling
- Team collaboration
- Market research
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Leadership & Organizational Management
- Event Planning
- Customer engagement
- Project Support
- Strategic marketing
Certification
Certified ANA Marketing Student (CAMS) | Aug 4, 2025
Association of National Advertisers (ANA)
Completed 17 hours of coursework across 10 modules, including brand strategy, integrated marketing communications, consumer insights, analytics, and execution metrics.
Association of National Advertisers (ANA)
Completed 17 hours of coursework across 10 modules, including brand strategy, integrated marketing communications, consumer insights, analytics, and execution metrics.
Leadership & Campus Involvement
National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) — Dillard University
President | 2026 – Present
Vice President | Aug 2025 – 2026
- Lead chapter strategy, operations, and professional development initiatives supporting students pursuing careers in accounting, finance, and business.
- Collaborate with regional and national NABA leadership to align programming with organizational goals and national standards.
- Plan and execute networking events, leadership workshops, and career-readiness programming.
- Build partnerships with faculty, alumni, and professional organizations to increase mentorship and career exposure opportunities.
- Oversee executive board members and committees, ensuring accountability, communication, and organizational growth.
Vice President, S.K.I.R.T.S. (Sisters Keeping It Real Through Service) | 2024 – 2025
- Led initiatives focused on student empowerment, community engagement, and service.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to plan programs and support organizational growth.
Vice President, K.B. Clark Psychology Club | 2024 – 2025
- Assisted in planning educational and wellness-focused programming to promote mental health awareness and student involvement.
Timeline
Marketing Intern
Center for Career & Professional Development(CCPD)
08.2025 - Current
Marketing and Communications Intern
STEM NOLA
05.2025 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Concentration:Marketing
Dillard University