Marina Benavides
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Environmental Science student with strong analytical and research skills. Skilled in data analysis, visualization, and project collaboration, with experience translating complex information for diverse audiences. Passionate about applying data-driven insights to environmental and business challenges, with the goal of pursuing graduate study in Business Analytics to strengthen interdisciplinary expertise further.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
First-Year Experience Peer Mentor
The University of Texas at San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
- Supported first-year students adjusting academically and personally to UTSA through individual meetings, group events, and discussions, while managing 30–50 students and meeting with each student to discuss academics, campus involvement, and career exploration.
Cashier
Sea Island
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Took the guest’s order and collected payment. Maintained an enthusiastic, personable, and helpful attitude toward the guests.
Crew Member
Sonic Drive-In
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Packaged menu items, ensured product quality, and prepared drinks while maintaining cleanliness by disposing of trash, mopping, sweeping, washing dishes, and sanitizing food areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2026
High School Diploma -
Kaiserslautern High School
Kaiserslautern, Germany06.2022
Skills
Professional Skills
- CRLA Level III Peer Mentor Certification
- Communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Critical thinking and problem-solving in data-driven projects
- Team collaboration and leadership in cross-disciplinary settings
- Project management and adaptability in dynamic environments
Technical Skills
- Software (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, JMP)
- Data Analysis: Python, R, Excel
- Visualization & Reporting: ArcGIS
- Statistical Modeling: regression, hypothesis testing
- Environmental Tools: GIS mapping, remote sensing
Awards
Kaiserslautern Military Community Scholarship Recipient (2022, 2023, 2024), College of Science Dean’s List Spring 2023, College of Science Dean’s List Summer 2023, College of Science Dean’s List Fall 2023, College of Science Honor Roll Fall 2024, College of Science Honor Roll Fall 2025
Timeline
First-Year Experience Peer Mentor
The University of Texas at San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
Cashier
Sea Island
10.2023 - 05.2024
Crew Member
Sonic Drive-In
08.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
The University of Texas At San Antonio
High School Diploma -
Kaiserslautern High School
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