Mia Diehl
Blairstown,NJ
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented communications student seeking a summer internship in journalism, publishing, or public relations. Experienced in content creation, editorial work, and social media management, with a proven ability to engage audiences and produce high-quality written material. Currently serves as President and Social Media Administrator of a college political organization, as well as Staff Writer and News Editor for The Marlin Chronicle. Recipient of two national awards from the Society for Collegiate Journalists, demonstrating excellence in reporting and storytelling. Skilled in developing press kits, revising advertising materials, and executing strategic communication projects through academic coursework and leadership roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Liberty Twp. Summer Recreational Program
07.2024 - Current
- Curate engaging activities for children aged 5-13
- Strategize effective communication to resolve conflicts
Ski Instructor
Shawnee Mt. Ski Resort
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Instructed beginner and intermediate skiers in technique and safety procedures
- Adapted lesson plans to different learning styles and skill levels
- Maintained a safe and supportive learning environment for children and adults
Education
Bachelor in Media and Communications - Strategic Communications
Batten University
Virginia Beach, VA05-2027
MBA - Business Administration
Batten University
Virginia Beach, VA05-2028
Skills
- Customer service
- Inclusive engagement
- Public speaking
- Youth mentorship
- Behavior monitoring
- Group instruction
- Safety management
- Progress monitoring
- Guest services
- Slope safety
- Ski techniques education
- Equipment fitting
- Coaching experience
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Child supervision
- CPR
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cash handling
- Retail sales
- Store opening and closing
- Cash register operation
- Relationship building
- Phone etiquette
- POS system operation
Timeline
Counselor
Liberty Twp. Summer Recreational Program
07.2024 - Current
Ski Instructor
Shawnee Mt. Ski Resort
12.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor in Media and Communications - Strategic Communications
Batten University
MBA - Business Administration
Batten University
AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS
- Honorable Mention for DEI Coverage Overall Excellence Award Society for Collegiate Journalists 2025
- 2nd place for DEI coverage Overall Excellence Award Society for Collegiate Journalists 2025
- Batten Honors Presidential Scholarship Batten Honors College at Batten University 2024
VOLUNTEERING & LEADERSHIP
- Young Democrats President 05/2026 - 05/2027 Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Young Democrats Social Media Manager 05/2026 - 05/2027 Virginia Beach, Virginia