PJ Montenegro

A year-round Science-based program that works with elementary and middle school students teaching them about the values and skills of the scientific method. She helped coordinate the activities for students and instructed the other volunteers led by Dr. Gillete. This program encouraged learning and educational development for young minds, allowing her gain a lot of experience with children.

• Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

She was in charge of working with children during the programs that the library offered throughout the year. She spent so much time in the lirary that she helped train some of the newer librarians through community events and programs. She was offered many creative opprotunuties for community leadership in this role.

• Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
• Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.
• Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
• Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.

She feed and clothe people in poverty at homeless shelters throughout the year. She also taught, guided, and oversaw many of the activities with the children of the church. Was a huge participant during the summer programs as she made sure the children we were versed in the Christian religion.

• Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
• Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.
• Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
• Participated in religious ceremonies and events.

Currently an active member in the club “A Friend in Me” at UCR, where she goes out to support and meet with various cancer patients on a monthly basis. They offer support, guidance, and comfort to individuals suffering through a difficult time in their lives. She also found herself counseling some of the patients about their struggles

• Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere for patients and visitors by assisting with wayfinding, answering questions, and providing general support as needed.
• Gained valuable insight into patient needs through regular interaction, enabling more targeted solutions to address individual concerns effectively.

She takes part in Muejes Unidas, an organization on campus that helps support other young latinas. While the main focus is to create a space of unity for other females they also strive for the betterment of the RAZA by addressing social, economic, and educational issues within society.

• Collaborated with local organizations to provide food baskets to families in need.
• Enhanced local environment through regular neighborhood cleanups and beautification projects.
• Assisted in organizing local charity events to raise funds for disadvantaged families.

Volunteering at Vanguard Preparatory School to further help students on their academic journeys. Provides guidance, tutoring, monitoring, and assists the instructor with other class activities.

• Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
• Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
• Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
• Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.

She's taken part in two protests, the UCR TA Strike during her second year of college and participated in the Protest Encampments on campus and brought awareness about the events in Palestine. She makes a constant effort to engage in community activism to make a change in her community.

• Raised public awareness about social issues by organizing and participating in rallies, marches, and other events

Currently volunteering and working closely with Girl Scout Troop as she supervises and assists the activities for the girls she guides. She shares her knowledge and skills to encourage and inspire the young female leaders of tomorrow.

Underground Scholars supports previously incarcerated/system impacted individuals through academic resources. We also work in collaboration with Chicano Student programs, giving Latinos and indigenous people a space where their voices can be heard.

• Assisted with special events and programs.
• Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
• Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
• Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
• Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.

• Raised public awareness about social issue by organizing and participating in rallies, marches, and other events.

Was as an Orientation Leader at UC Riverside over the summer. She delegated and managed groups of students, families, and had to collaborate with many coworkers simultanousily. During that time she had guided students on how to enroll in their classes, directed them through the campus, led group activitiies, provided emotional/physical counseling, and was an open resources for students during their entirety of their stay. This job forced her to take on the role of a financial aid worker, adademic counselor, emotional support, professor, tour guide, and a peer mentor. She had the opprotunity to work with various individuals from very diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Enhanced student orientation experience by organizing interactive activities and icebreakers.
• Ensured student success by providing resources, guidance, and support throughout the orientation process.
• Developed strong connections with students through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills by fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among new students.