Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Babysitter

LORENA RIVERA VÁZQUEZ

San Juan,Puerto Rico

Summary

First-year biomedical engineering student at Tulane University with a strong foundation in leadership, research, and community service, and a passion for medical innovation. Skilled in teamwork and creative problem-solving, with additional experience in childcare that strengthened interpersonal, multitasking, and conflict resolution abilities. Eager to apply these transferable skills in academic, professional, and community settings to effectively grow within diverse environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Babysitter

Private Family
07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Supported daily routines, meals, and activities for two children while fostering healthy habits and problem-solving skills.

Research and Clinical Intern

Fundación Dr. García Rinaldi Medical Summer Program
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Participated in clinical rotations across gynecology, internal medicine, and surgery, directly observing and assisting in multiple procedures.
  • Shadowed physicians during patient consultations and hospital rounds.
  • Contributed to research projects and engaged in community health initiatives.

Community Engagement

7 Quillas Grupo Tortuguero De San Juan
06.2024 - 07.2024

Supported turtle conservation through patrols, cleanups, and awareness campaigns. Totaled 39 hours of community service.

Teacher's Assistant

STREAM Summer Camp
05.2023 - 06.2023

Summer Camp Mentor, responsible for guiding children ages 6-13 in activities centered around computers, robotics, and the arts, fostering creativity and technical skills over 100 hours of mentorship.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Tulane University
New Orleans, LA
05-2029

High School Diploma -

Cupeyville School
San Juan, PR
05.2025

Skills

  • Accountable Team Player
  • Effective Public Speaking
  • Social Media Management
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Artistic mediums: drawing and painting
  • Strong work ethic

Certification

  • MCB80.1x: Fundamentals of Neuroscience, Part 1: The Electrical Properties of the Neuron- a course of study offered by HarvardX, an online learning initiative of Harvard University.

Languages

Spanish: First Language
Native or Bilingual
English: Highly Proficient
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Babysitter

Private Family
07.2024 - 08.2025

Community Engagement

7 Quillas Grupo Tortuguero De San Juan
06.2024 - 07.2024

Research and Clinical Intern

Fundación Dr. García Rinaldi Medical Summer Program
05.2024 - 08.2024

Teacher's Assistant

STREAM Summer Camp
05.2023 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Tulane University

High School Diploma -

Cupeyville School

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