Zuri Gonzalez
Clifton,New Jersey
Summary
Early-career first-gen international relations student with experience in policy analysis, legislative review, and stakeholder communication. Strong public speaking, research methods, and office administration skills support clear, organized contributions to policy-focused teams.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Social Advocacy Executive Staff
Boston University Student Government
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2026 - Current
- Advocated for student issues during university administration meetings.
- Prepared policy recommendations for student government review.
- Checked legislation and governance records for accuracy.
- Tracked follow-up actions for Boston University student government initiatives and requests.
Hermanos Committee
Alianza
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2026 - Current
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Fostered teamwork by creating a supportive environment for players.
Office Assistant
Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2026 - Current
- Sorted and categorized files for easy access, developed spreadsheets, and scanned documents to streamline organizational workflow.
- Recorded contact details into office databases to maintain accurate communication records.
- Prepared mailings for concerts, auditions, and rehearsals to ensure timely distribution of important information.
- Created reports summarizing admissions data using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Orchestra Manager
Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras
Boston, Massachusetts
01.2026 - 08.2026
- Coordinated orchestra rehearsal schedules for Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras ensembles.
- Managed musician attendance, seating charts, and roster updates.
- Prepared concert materials, sheet music, and performance packets.
Receptionist/Patient Care Technician
Paterson Eye Associates
Elmwood Park, New Jersey
07.2025 - 08.2026
- Checked in patients and verified insurance and contact information.
- Collected forms and prepared charts for patient appointments.
- Prepared patients for eye exams at medical eye clinic
- Prepared patients and administered basic eye exam tests.
- Instructed patients on how to insert, remove, clean and care for contact lenses.
- Scheduled eye exams and follow-up visits using office appointment systems.
Jewelry Sales Associate
Macy's
Paramus, New Jersey
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported Macy's jewelry customers with product choices and gift suggestions.
- Handled register duties and processed sales at Macy's jewelry counter.
- Set up jewelry displays and kept merchandise neat on sales floor.
- Guided clients toward engagement rings, necklaces, bracelets, and watch options.
Education
Associate of Arts - International Relations
Boston University
Boston, MA05-2029
Skills
- Policy analysis
- Legislative review
- Advocacy strategy
- Research methods
- Stakeholder communication
- Public speaking
- Administrative support
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Seal of Biliteracy
Timeline
Social Advocacy Executive Staff
Boston University Student Government
09.2026 - Current
Hermanos Committee
Alianza
09.2026 - Current
Office Assistant
Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras
09.2026 - Current
Orchestra Manager
Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras
01.2026 - 08.2026
Receptionist/Patient Care Technician
Paterson Eye Associates
07.2025 - 08.2026
Jewelry Sales Associate
Macy's
04.2025 - 08.2025
Associate of Arts - International Relations
Boston University