Aftercare Counselor at Headfirst Summer Camp (2025-07 – Present)
Seasonal position
- Supervised groups of 14–17 children ages 4–6, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout daily aftercare programming.
- Facilitated engaging educational and recreational activities including arts and crafts, music and movement, board games, and outdoor play to promote social interaction and positive youth development.
- Monitored camper safety by conducting head counts, supervising bathroom breaks, enforcing playground rules, maintaining allergy awareness, and following established dismissal procedures.
- Supported children with diverse behavioral and developmental needs by using patient, individualized communication and age-appropriate behavior management strategies while collaborating with lead staff to address more complex situations.
- Collaborated with co-counselors and leadership to maintain a safe, supportive environment, communicate behavioral or safety concerns, and develop creative activities that kept campers engaged.
Youth Advocate at John Burton Advocates for Youth (2026-01 – 2026-06)
- Advocated for foster and homeless youth by supporting public policy initiatives focused on housing access, extended foster care, education, and youth homelessness.
- Prepared and delivered public testimony and public comments during California Assembly and Senate committee hearings to support legislation affecting foster and homeless youth.
- Collaborated with JBAY staff, fellow youth advocates, and California Assembly Members during legislative meetings at the California State Capitol to discuss proposed bills and their impact on young people.
- Contributed to advocacy efforts supporting Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding legislation that was later enacted.
- Selected as the featured student speaker at JBAY's graduation celebration, delivering a keynote address to 80–100 attendees highlighting resilience, educational achievement, and the importance of supporting foster youth.
Clinic Member at Imani Legal Clinic (2026-01 – 2026-06)
- Conducted client intake by welcoming clients, reviewing intake and consent forms, answering questions, and preparing clients for meetings with pro bono attorneys.
- Observed attorney-client consultations involving housing and immigration matters while maintaining confidentiality and preparing detailed meeting notes for clients' future reference.
- Collaborated with pro bono attorneys to review case notes, clarify key legal information, and ensure clients received accurate documentation following consultations.
- Contributed to a student-led legal clinic by supporting weekly operations, community engagement efforts, and legal service events serving underserved populations.
- Supported community outreach initiatives throughout Sacramento's Oak Park neighborhood by partnering with local organizations to distribute food, clothing, and essential resources while connecting residents with legal services and community resources.
Administrative Intern at African Ancestry (2024-07 – 2024-09)
- Provided direct administrative and operational support to Dr. Gina Paige, Co-Founder and President of African Ancestry, by managing daily assignments, coordinating logistics, and preparing materials for meetings and events.
- Conducted background research on organizations and community initiatives to support executive meetings, strategic partnerships, and public engagement.
- Assisted with website updates, YouTube content management, transcription, and editing to support the organization's digital communications.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel and Slack to organize information, communicate with staff, and complete administrative projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Supported executive engagement by assisting with meeting preparation, event logistics, and professional appearances.
Seasonal Employee at Target (2023-06 – 2023-09)
- Delivered customer service across multiple departments, including Front End, General Merchandise, Style, Fulfillment, and Grocery, adapting quickly to changing operational needs.
- Assisted customers by locating merchandise, processing purchases and returns, resolving routine concerns, and providing a positive shopping experience.
- Operated point-of-sale systems to accurately process cash, credit, debit, gift card, and return transactions while maintaining attention to detail.
- Balanced responsibilities across cashiering, fulfillment, and sales floor operations during high-volume periods while maintaining efficiency and professionalism.
- Demonstrated adaptability and reliability by supporting multiple store functions based on daily staffing and business needs.
Urban Alliance Intern at Legal Aid Society (2022-01 – 2022-06)
- Managed donor records by accurately documenting tax information, processing acknowledgments, and maintaining confidential records using Microsoft Excel and internal donor management systems.
- Processed and tracked up to 200+ donor acknowledgments during high-volume periods while maintaining accuracy and timely communication.
- Developed an organized workflow for managing donor correspondence, improving efficiency and ensuring consistent recordkeeping.
- Communicated with donors through confirmation and thank-you correspondence while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Participated in team meetings and supported development operations for a nonprofit legal services organization serving low-income residents throughout the Washington, D.C. area.
Student Intern at Urban Alliance (2022-01 – 2022-06)
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skill set, contributing to overall intern growth and potential future employment prospects.
- Completed workforce development program focused on professional communication, interviewing, networking, résumé development, and workplace readiness.
- Earned placement with the Legal Aid Society after successfully completing the program's career readiness training.
