Milla Croissier
Miami,FL
Summary
Highly organized and adaptable project coordinator with experience coordinating grant-funded initiatives, educational programs, events, and collaborative projects across multiple teams. Skilled in managing competing priorities, communicating with diverse stakeholders, organizing project materials, and solving problems in fast-paced environments. Marine Biology graduate from Florida International University with a strong background in public outreach, event support, and hands-on fieldwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Living Shorelines Coordinator
Florida International University
Miami, FL
08.2026 - Current
- Coordinate a grant-funded Living Shorelines project involving collaboration between FIU's College of Environment, College of Arts and Sciences, and the RDF Laboratory.
- Organize project logistics and coordinate communication between faculty, students, laboratory staff, outreach personnel, and community partners.
- Support planning and execution of educational programs and outreach events, coordinating schedules, participants, materials, and project needs.
- Develop and organize project materials and documentation to keep multiple components of the initiative on track.
- Communicate project information clearly across teams and help identify and resolve logistical challenges as they arise.
- Balance multiple ongoing responsibilities and deadlines while adapting to changing project needs.
Deckhand & Educational Instructor
SoundWaters
Long Island, NY
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Worked full-time as a deckhand and educational instructor aboard educational vessels, delivering marine science and environmental stewardship programming to students and community groups.
- Assisted with daily vessel operations, program logistics, equipment, and preparation for educational trips and on-water activities.
- Led and facilitated hands-on educational programs, adapting instruction and activities to different groups and learning environments.
- Worked closely with instructors and crew to coordinate programs, manage groups, and ensure activities ran safely and efficiently.
- Communicated clearly with participants and team members in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where conditions and program needs could change quickly.
- Maintained organization while balancing safety, education, equipment, participant needs, and operational responsibilities.
Environmental Education Assistant
FIU Outreach / NOAA Partnership
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Supported educational and community outreach components of FIU's NOAA-partnered Living Shorelines initiative; assisted with communicating project goals and engaging students and community members.
Education Outreach Facilitator / Student Assistant
Florida International University
Miami, FL
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Teach after-school science programs for K-8 students and facilitate hands-on educational activities.
- Support planning and execution of STEAM festivals, field trips, classroom programs, and other university outreach events.
- Coordinate activities and materials while working with students, teachers, university staff, and community partners.
- Adapt quickly during live programs and troubleshoot unexpected challenges while maintaining a positive participant experience.
STEM Summer Camp Counselor
Florida International University
Miami, FL
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported an eight-week STEM summer camp focused on hands-on learning and student engagement.
- Helped organize daily activities, materials, schedules, and group transitions for young participants.
- Worked collaboratively with counselors and university staff to ensure successful daily programming.
Barista
Starbucks Coffee Company
Miami
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while managing multiple customer and operational needs simultaneously.
- Collaborate closely with team members to prioritize tasks and keep daily operations running smoothly.
- Demonstrate reliability, adaptability, and strong communication during busy and changing shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology, Certificate in Marine & Coastal Affairs
Florida International University
05-2026
Skills
- Project & Event Coordination
- Administrative & Production Support
- Stakeholder Communication
- Document & Schedule Organization
- Event Logistics
- Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- Public Speaking
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Deadline Management
- Fast-Paced Environments
- On-Site Support
Certification
Advanced Scuba Certification, CPR Certified, Scientific Diving / Field & Laboratory Research Experience
Timeline
Living Shorelines Coordinator
Florida International University
08.2026 - Current
Deckhand & Educational Instructor
SoundWaters
05.2026 - 08.2026
Environmental Education Assistant
FIU Outreach / NOAA Partnership
10.2025 - 05.2026
STEM Summer Camp Counselor
Florida International University
06.2025 - 08.2025
Education Outreach Facilitator / Student Assistant
Florida International University
01.2025 - 05.2026
Barista
Starbucks Coffee Company
01.2022 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology, Certificate in Marine & Coastal Affairs
Florida International University