Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Activities
Awards
Timeline
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Maya Cole

Maya Cole

Inglewood,CA

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented college sophomore with a strong interest in pharmacy and healthcare. Eager to leverage academic knowledge and hands-on experience in a pharmacy setting to contribute to patient care and medication management. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, a commitment to learning, and a proactive approach to professional development. Seeking opportunities to further develop clinical and customer service skills in preparation for a PharmD program.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Intern

Home Care Pharmacy
05.2025 - 08.2025

Assisted daily pharmacy operations at a local home care pharmacy. Responsibilities included operating the cash register, assisting customers with inquiries, and pulling medications from shelves to prepare prescriptions. Gained practical experience in customer service, medication organization, and pharmacy workflow, enhancing attention to detail and professional communication skills.

Navy ROTC Midshipman

Navy
Atlanta, Georgia
07.2024 - Current
  • Completed rigorous military training and leadership development as part of the Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps program.
  • Participated in weekly physical training sessions, enhancing physical fitness and teamwork skills.
  • Engaged in classroom instruction on naval science, military operations and leadership principles, demonstrating a solid understanding of naval history and maritime strategy.
  • Developed leadership and organizational skills through participation in drill competitions and community service projects.
  • Gained hands-on experience in naval protocols, discipline, and ethical decision-making, preparing for future responsibilities as a commissioned officer.
  • Collaborated with fellow cadets to plan and execute training exercises, fostering effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

SHPEP Summer Program Intern

SHPEP
06.2025 - 07.2025

Participated in a six-week summer program focused on pharmacy education and healthcare. Engaged in workshops, seminars, and shadowing experiences to gain a comprehensive understanding of pharmacy practice, medication management, and healthcare delivery. Collaborated with pharmacy professionals and peers to explore career pathways in pharmacy and develop foundational skills in patient communication and clinical reasoning

Owner/Operator

Behind Mys Lenz Photography
04.2023 - Current
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Streamlined workflow by organizing and maintaining photography equipment, ensuring quick access during shoots.
  • Enhanced photo quality by adjusting lighting and camera settings for optimal results.
  • Contributed to the creative process by suggesting innovative ideas for photoshoot concepts and themes.
  • Optimized productivity by assisting with post-production processes such as editing, retouching, and resizing images.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly responding to client inquiries and addressing any concerns throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Managed scheduling requests efficiently to accommodate multiple clients while minimizing conflicts or delays.
  • Maximized photographers time investment through effective pre-shoot planning discussions that ensured all necessary resources were available at each session.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
  • Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
  • Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
  • Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.

Student Intern

West Coast Sports Medicine Foundation
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Perform physical therapy techniques for patient pain management and alleviate related symptoms.
  • Assist over 50 patients from underserved communities.
  • Learning topics such as injury recognition, injury treatment and rehabilitation, taping, bandaging, and splinting
  • Assisting with patient check-in, answering phones, and updating charts.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms

Community Service Volunteer

The Los Angeles Links, INC.
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Improved community engagement by organizing and leading various volunteer initiatives.
  • Promoted community wellness by coordinating and participating in health education workshops.
  • Fostered social inclusion through organization of cultural awareness events and celebrations.
  • Developed strong partnerships between local organizations, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
  • Increased public awareness about pressing issues through educational campaigns and outreach efforts.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to provide food baskets to families in need.
  • Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
  • Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.

Co-captain & Team Manager Varsity Volleyball

Bishop Montgomery High School
07.2020 - 10.2023
  • Responsible for teammates being ready to start promptly at practices and games
  • Contact team members with updates and team information
  • Help to solve conflicts by being fair and impartial
  • Address all concerns or issues
  • Keep team on task at practice and games
  • Boosted employee satisfaction through regular performance reviews, constructive feedback, and personal development plans

Student Leader

The California Youth Think Tank (CYTT)
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Selected for a highly competitive leadership training program
  • Participated in daily workshops, including public speaking and panel discussions
  • Prepared and collaborated for team debates.
  • Improved time management skills by balancing academic responsibilities with extracurricular commitments as a Student Leader.
  • Encouraged active participation from fellow students in campus events, promoting a sense of unity among diverse groups.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
  • Participated in seminar classes with enthusiasm and respect towards fellow students.
  • Participated in lecture classes and asked compelling questions to further solidify learning.
  • Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.

Summer Healthcare Experience

University Of California, Irvine Medical Center
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated on a digestive health awareness project
  • Networked with healthcare professionals, medical students, and peers
  • Participated in interview coaching.

Work-Study Participant

UCLA Health Pre-Med Summer Scholar Program
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Practiced surgical skills in state-of-the-art CASIT robotics lab
  • Observed surgical cases in the Operating Room
  • Performed ultrasounds
  • Practiced suturing
  • Participated in a simulated birth
  • Learned how to perform intubation
  • Met with Physicians about their educational path
  • Networked with medical students and peers.

Community Work Volunteer

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Responsible for food preparation and distribution for annual Men Can Cook Fundraiser
  • Collaborated and interacted with fellow volunteers
  • Participated in making no-sew fleece blankets for Alzheimer’s Association
  • Participated in a 5k mile walk to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Awareness month

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishop Montgomery High School
Torrance, CA
05.2024

Skills

  • Client Relations
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Client Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Photo Shoots
  • Photo Editing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Video Editing
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Activities

  • Volleyball
  • Sports Medicine Internship
  • Traveling
  • Photography

Awards

National Honor Society California scholarship federation High honors award national society of high school scholars CALIFORNIA YOUTH THINK TANK (CYTT) EST COLLEGE ACCESS PROGRAM EVE AND GENE BLACK SUMMER MEDICAL CAREER PROGRAM CATHOLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION (CEF) DAMION MENDOZA SCHOLARSHIP

Timeline

SHPEP Summer Program Intern

SHPEP
06.2025 - 07.2025

Pharmacy Intern

Home Care Pharmacy
05.2025 - 08.2025

Navy ROTC Midshipman

Navy
07.2024 - Current

Community Service Volunteer

The Los Angeles Links, INC.
07.2023 - 11.2023

Student Leader

The California Youth Think Tank (CYTT)
06.2023 - 07.2023

Owner/Operator

Behind Mys Lenz Photography
04.2023 - Current

Student Intern

West Coast Sports Medicine Foundation
07.2022 - 12.2023

Summer Healthcare Experience

University Of California, Irvine Medical Center
07.2022 - 08.2022

Work-Study Participant

UCLA Health Pre-Med Summer Scholar Program
06.2022 - 07.2022

Co-captain & Team Manager Varsity Volleyball

Bishop Montgomery High School
07.2020 - 10.2023

Community Work Volunteer

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Bishop Montgomery High School
Maya Cole