Luis Perez
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Motivated Internship Student working toward Sport Management degree. Hardworking and resourceful individual commended for first-rate collaboration, organizational and time management abilities. Committed to developing career path and expanding work experience. Driven to learn quickly, advance computer proficiency and training in industry operations. Solid background in field and office settings supporting team needs. Flexible and hardworking team player focused on boosting productivity and performance with conscientious and detail-oriented approaches.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
U.S. Embassy, London
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with the planning and execution of 3 diplomatic events, including 1 press conferences, 1 official receptions, and 1 public engagement.
- Assisted in organizing the U.S. Embassy’s Independence Day celebration at Winfield House, coordinating event logistics for 2,000+ guests, including food trucks, VIP menus, and partner brand collaborations, ensuring a smooth execution of the highlight event of the summer social calendar.
- Conducted research on 3 policy issues, including human rights, economic development, and international security, and provided briefings to 2 senior officials.
- Participated in 2 interagency working groups to develop strategies and policy recommendations on various international issues.
- Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Built strong relationships with media outlets and communications professionals to expand personal network.
- Responded to media inquiries, monitored media coverage and created press reports to influence public narrative.
Information Resource Management Intern
U.S. Embassy/ London
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Drafted and reviewed 50 official documents, reports, and policy memos.
- Drafted and published reports toward developing environmental sustainability and better data management practices.
- Collaborated with industry professionals to learn internal business processes and best practices on IOT (Internet of Things) development.
- Performed data and information management on flight and car-fleet expenditures via Excel.
- Conducted research on IOT (Internet of Things) to develop solutions for data management, fleet management, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
Counselor and Teacher
SOS Children's Village, la Amistad
02.2019 - 08.2021
- Panamá, Panama SOS Children’s Village is a nonprofit, independent organization whose mission is to care and assist abused, orphaned, or suffering children from forms of neglect to help protect their interest and rights around the world
- Focused on supporting the Panama branch in a rural countryside, assisted in increased educational understanding and broadening children’s future by expanding their mindset on choices they can take
- Working with few counselors to educate 30+ orphaned children in English and assisted with homework given by schools by giving private 1:1 tutoring lessons to each child to ensure an increase in subject understanding and grade-point average
- Established an 8 weeklong English curriculum to ensure every child gained an above average understand of English in rural Panama
- Preparing lessons, timetable management, and coordinating with students from stage of initiation to course completion
- Introduced and coached Volleyball, Baseball, and Chess for 30+ orphan kids ranging from elementary to high school students resulting in increased options children’s choice alongside favorite sports like soccer.
Lifeguard/ Pool Operator
RSV Pools Inc
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Communicated instruction in a positive and productive manner for over 50+ guests daily
- Initiated and executive active rescues successfully through vigilance and attention to detail
- Responsible for the overall efficiency, safety and uncompromised attention to guest services for the recreational areas (Swimming pool, Children’s pool, and Reception)
- Taught approximately 40 local kids ranging from 3-11 years old swimming skills at a passing success rate of 92.5%; swimming skills were taught biweekly, and progress was communicated to parents after every lesson.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management, Wealth
University of Florida, College of Health And Human
Gainesville, FLAssociate of Science - Business Administration
University of Florida
Gainesville05-2025
Skills
- Database Management
- Proficient in MS Office
- Media event planning
- Media Relations
- Research abilities
- Product Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Student Intern
U.S. Embassy, London
05.2023 - 08.2023
Information Resource Management Intern
U.S. Embassy/ London
05.2022 - 08.2022
Counselor and Teacher
SOS Children's Village, la Amistad
02.2019 - 08.2021
Lifeguard/ Pool Operator
RSV Pools Inc
05.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management, Wealth
University of Florida, College of Health And Human
Associate of Science - Business Administration
University of Florida
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