186 Stonegate Road, Cary, Il 60013 • This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

objective

Seeking an architecture internship that will utilize my academic knowledge and skills through hands on experience to benefit a design firm.

education

University of Minnesota – Twin Cities,  Anticipated Graduation - Spring 2013
Bachelor of Science in Architecture • Sustainability Studies Minor

• GPA: 3.38 / 4.00
• Related Courses: Introduction to Drawing in Architecture, Design in the Digital Age, Materials and Methods, Sustainable Communities
• Gained international perspective and studied sustainable development of a leading country in environmental protection on a International Field Study Seminar to Costa Rica

design skills

•Computer Aided Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign 
• Computer Aided Modeling and Rendering
Google SketchUp, Autodesk AutoCAD, Kerkythea 
• Physical
Model Building, Hand Drawing, Sketching, Photography, Painting 

involvement and leadership

Student member • America Institute of Architecture Students, September 2009 – Present
• Attend meetings and volunteer at events
• Participated in the mentoring program to build stronger relationships between members.

Officer • U.S. Green Building Council
• Promote public understanding of the challenges and solutions caused by improved sustainable building practices

Volunteer • University YMCA Y-Buddies, September 2010 – May 2011
• Mentored youth between 3^rd-8^th grade in the Minneapolis area to connect with community members
• Spent time with Little Buddy each week and attended numerous big group events
• Attended weekly seminars to learn leadership and mentor skills

Youth Development Staff Member • University YMCA Y-Buddies, September 2011 – present
• Interview volunteers and families involved after receiving nomination from school social worker
• Match little buddies with big buddies based on similar personalities and common interests
• Plan big group events and numerous seminars

Member, University of Minnesota Water Polo Club Team, September 2009 – Present

honors

Gold National Scholarship Recipient, September 2009 – Present
• Recognizes academic achievement, high academic potential, outstanding leadership, creativity, community involvement and contributions to diversity.

Contributed work for THERE Journal of Design: Craft, Volume 6, Spring 2010
• A publication of the College of Design at the University of Minnesota

College of Design Dean’s List, Fall 2009
• Recognizes academic performance for maintaining a GPA of at least a 3.66

work experience

Arts and Crafts Director • Sage YMCA Day Camp, Crystal Lake, IL, June 2011- August 2011
• Planned and prepared crafts according to skill level for campers ranging from 1^st – 8^th grade
• Instructed crafts for groups of 10-15 campers and directed teen leaders and counselors for assisting

Camp Counselor • Triple R YMCA Day Camp, Cary, IL, June 2010 – August 2010
• Supervised and assisted 10 -15 campers during various daily activities and encouraged participation
• Worked with other staff members to set a good example and be a role model to youth
• Promoted a positive and healthy environment for the well-being of all campers

Lifeguard • Trout Valley Pool, Trout Valley, IL, June – August of 2007, 2008, 2009
• Maintained constant surveillance to ensure the safety of patrons
• Recognized and respond quickly in emergencies
• Enforced facility rules, policies, and regulations