Sophie Alanis Ruiz
North Chicago,IL
Summary
Diligent and creative senior at Beacon Academy with a strong passion for the arts and a commitment to pursuing a major in neuroscience. Embraces feedback and direction with an open mind, recognizing the importance of understanding personal strengths and weaknesses, as well as those of others, for effective leadership. A proactive problem-solver who explores diverse possibilities before making informed decisions, ensuring thoughtful and innovative outcomes. Eager to leverage artistic creativity and analytical skills in future academic and professional endeavors.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Intern
City of North Chicago
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Participated in brainstorming sessions for Community Days 2025 with the Community Days Committee as a volunteer by overseeing applications by sponsors, vendors, and parade alongside the chief communications officer, contributing innovative ideas that aligned with the community objectives.
- Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Proofread and edited materials prepared by all staff to check and correct spelling, grammar, and style.
Theater Assistant
Chiaravalle Montessori School
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Fostering self-confidence, confidence, focus, and social skills.
- Led and assisted the Drama teacher during classes.
- Created curricula based on the needs of different classes.
Education
Beacon Academy
06-2026
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Planning & Preparation
- Bilingual: Spanish & English
- Public Speaking
- Social Media Marketing
- Proficiency in Excel & Statistics
Accomplishments
- Achieved community outreach by completing invoice's with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of City of North Chicago's New City Logo.
Certification
- Science Olympiad 2024-2026
- Optics: 4th Place
- Fermi Questions: 3rd Place
- Air Trajectory: 4th Place
- Pilgrimage to La Basilica CDMX
- Certificate of accomplishment: Financial Literacy Certificate Issue May 2025
- Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Certificate of Completion - Science Saturdays August 2025
- Rice University Certificate of Completion - Nuerocamp 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Youth Development Programs
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Advocacy Campaigns
Extracurricular activities
LATINX Co-founder: The club is determined to celebrate LATINX heritage and encourage awareness in a diverse & educational setting.
Art Club
Newspaper Club
Chess Team (Varsity attended regional and qualified for state)
Science Olympiad
Soccer (2024-2026)
Basketball (2022-2026)
Tennis (2024-2025)
Timeline
Communications Intern
City of North Chicago
06.2025 - 08.2025
Theater Assistant
Chiaravalle Montessori School
10.2024 - 11.2024
Beacon Academy
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