Zachary Bennett
Endicott,NY
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University at Albany, SUNY
Albany, NY
10.2025 - Current
- Read historical documents and maintained comprehensive notes on research materials.
- Curated posts for research on the project’s online Substack.
- Traveled for field research opportunities related to project.
Front of House Employee
The Halal Shack
Albany, NY
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Prepared orders for customers on serving line.
Retail Associate
Love’s Travel Stops
Binghamton, NY
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed out orders on registers, as well as cash advances and fuel orders, while dealing with over $3000 of cash daily.
- Assisted other departments when needed; clean showers, stock shelves, customer support.
- Developed and maintained knowledge of most basic truck care products.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues swiftly.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - in History (Honors)
University At Albany
Albany, NY05-2026
J.D. -
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-2029
Skills
- Proactivity
- Verbal and written communication
- Research and analysis
- Data collection and entry
- Zotero proficiency
- Punctuality
- Multitasking and Organization
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Research Assistant
University at Albany, SUNY
10.2025 - Current
Front of House Employee
The Halal Shack
09.2025 - 11.2025
Retail Associate
Love’s Travel Stops
04.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - in History (Honors)
University At Albany
J.D. -
Syracuse University
AWARDS & HONORS
Helena Whitaker Scholarship, University at Albany Department of History Undergraduate Committee (2025)
- Awarded to History Majors with a potential expressed interest in teaching career fields.
Honors Capstone in History, University at Albany History Department (2025-26)
- Full-year thesis program that grants honors graduation distinction (Undermining Japanese Political Sovereignty: US-Japanese Relations in the Cold War)
Adrienne Zimberg Endowed Undergraduate Research Award, Minerva Center for High Impact Learning (2026)
- Awarded to Undergraduate Researcher conducting high quality research in a high impact field. (Urban Renewal in the Upper West Side)