Shaina Garcia Jimenez
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience excelling in community outreach and event organization. Bilingual and proficient with technology, effectively communicate and collaborate to drive impactful health initiatives, showcasing strong problem-solving. I enjoy helping non-profit organizations with needed tasks. Friendly and helpful when assisting others. Driven by a cause to work diligently to accomplish a measurable impact. I'm also an ambitious person with strong organizational skills, as well as an aptitude for technology. Ready to apply knowledge and skills to any challenge, and be more involved in the Engineering world.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Experanza College of Eastern University
Philadelphia, PA
09.2020 - 2025
- Assisted with special events and progress
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others
- Supported engaging fan, and smooth running events by helping with organization and planning
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs
- Worked in building the first community garden in the area
- Provided health events to inform people of diabetes and health
- Worked for the community, in prison orchards, and providing information
Intern
Advocacy Institute
Philadelphia, PA
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files.
- Prepared project presentations.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Talked to school leaders to advocate for policy change.
Wind Turbine Project
Widener University
Chester, PA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Worked in a team to design and construct a wind turbine capable of producing maximum energy output and rotational speed.
- Used engineering design principles to model and predict turbine performance.
- Tested turbine prototypes and made changes.
- Achieved 4th place overall in our class based on our design and efficiency.
Undergraduate Research
Widener University
Chester, PA
09.2025 - Current
- Worked with Dr. Aylin Acun to learn about cellular aging and genetic damage in liver cells, working with HepG2 Cells.
- I shadowed students working on the project and learned from them. For example, Media Changes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Esperanza Academy Charter High School
Philadelphia, PA06-2005
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Widener University
Chester, PA05-2029
Skills
- Recordkeeping
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Community service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Flexible schedule
- Bilingual expertise - Expert
- Adaptability and dependability
- Community outreach
- Friendly and outgoing
- Clear communication
- Customer service
- Empathy and patience
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- While working at Esperanza College of Eastern University I was able to help make an app called 'Diabuddies App'
- Through my community service my public speaking skills developed
Certification
- Volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House, for a couple to hours to help clean up and organize.
- CPR License
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
I like working with my hands and fixing things, Crafting and DIY Projects, Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact, Music, Watching Movies and TV Shows, Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs, Reading, Drawing and Painting, Knitting and Crocheting, Gardening, Volunteer Work, Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Timeline
Wind Turbine Project
Widener University
09.2025 - 12.2025
Undergraduate Research
Widener University
09.2025 - Current
Intern
Advocacy Institute
06.2023 - 08.2024
Volunteer
Experanza College of Eastern University
09.2020 - 2025
High School Diploma -
Esperanza Academy Charter High School
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Widener University