Zarkesia Howard
Hermanville,MS
Summary
Professional with focus on academic and administrative support roles. Proven ability to assist in various tasks, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in operations. Strong teamwork and adaptability skills, consistently achieving desired outcomes. Equipped with organizational, time management, and communication skills valued by employers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship Student
Aspire Community Compass
Lorman, MS
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Assisted in community outreach initiatives, enhancing engagement with local residents.
- Coordinated volunteer activities, ensuring efficient deployment of resources and support.
- Developed educational materials to promote program awareness and participation.
- Supported event planning efforts, managing logistics and participant communication effectively.
Work-Study Student Assistant
Alcorn State University – Education & Psychology Dept
Lorman, MS
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Clerical support to faculty and staff
- Assist with department organization
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Work-Study Student Assistant
Alcorn State University – Human Sciences Dept / Daycare
Lorman, MS
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Supervised and engaged children in daily activities
- Mentored new work-study students, providing guidance on departmental processes and expectations.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
STEM Student Intern
Claiborne County Civil Defense & Public Transit
Port Gibson, MS
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted with community projects and building maintenance
- Supported leaders with office and project tasks
- Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS12-2026
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Childcare and supervision experience
- Customer service and teamwork
- Organization and time management
- Active listening
- Creative thinking
Timeline
Internship Student
Aspire Community Compass
01.2026 - 05.2026
Work-Study Student Assistant
Alcorn State University – Education & Psychology Dept
09.2025 - 05.2026
Work-Study Student Assistant
Alcorn State University – Human Sciences Dept / Daycare
03.2024 - 03.2025
STEM Student Intern
Claiborne County Civil Defense & Public Transit
06.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Alcorn State University