Andrea Teran

Evaluated written economic analyses for 60+ students and led weekly discussions on poverty, human capital, and development. Collaborated with economics faculty to review assignments and data-based exercises, including materials using World Bank and UNDP development indicators. Selected to return as a teaching assistant for the 2026-27 academic year

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant - Development Economics at University of Maryland (2026-01 – Present)

• Evaluated written economic analyses for 60+ students and led weekly discussions on poverty, human capital, and development.
• Collaborated with economics faculty to review assignments and data-based exercises, including materials using World Bank and UNDP development indicators.
• Selected to return as a teaching assistant for the 2026-27 academic year

Mekong Delta: Development & Climate Field Study at University of Maryland (2026-01 – 2026-01)

• Authored a research paper translating field observations and development economics theory into policy recommendations for improving agricultural returns and human capital retention.
• Engaged with World Bank representatives and regional development economists to discuss development challenges and the drafting of a regional development proposal.
• Conducted field visits across the Mekong Delta to shrimp farms, research facilities, and climate-adaptive aquaculture systems to examine agricultural productivity and development challenges.

Radon Technician / Test Administrator at Peak Environmental Services (2024-06 – 2026-08)

• Recorded testing results and maintained documentation to support accurate environmental reporting.

Environmental Services Data Intern at Peak Environmental Services (2023-06 – 2023-09)

• Extracted and organized data from environmental inspection reports using Microsoft Excel, maintaining structured records for project analysis and reporting.

Bachelor of Arts in Economics – University of Maryland, College Park (2027-05)