Employment History

Since I was 12 years-old I have held a myriad of jobs in multiple fields. I started off detasseling corn from ages 12-15 and once in high school I worked in a doctor’s office, a minor league baseball park, and as a babysitter for many of my teachers and church friends. Once I got into college I worked at an appliance store as a salesman, a roller rink, my local park as a camp counselor/coach, and am currently working at a sandwich shop in Edwardsville, Illinois. Although few of my jobs have been glamorous, I have learned a great sense of motivation, determination, and respect from all of them in one way or another. I strive for excellence in everything I do and work is no exception. I have learned that working as a team is crucial in every job and although it isn't always easy, what comes out of it is what you put into it. I feel that any work can be rewarding if you learn how to accept the unusual and the things that you don't expect rewards from.

For more specific information about my work history I encourage you to visit my resume page or feel free to contact me.

Internship History

Siue Alumni Affairs

September 2011- December 2011
Edwardsville, IL
Responsibilities included press release, thank you, and invitation writing, website/ social media maintenance, mailings, flier and sign design, networking between alumni and the university. While participating in this recent internship I also helped organize the SIUE Hall of Fame dinner and many other events during the 2011 SIUE homecoming.

For a reference from this interniship contact:

Katie Bennett
Assistant Director, Alumni Affairs
Campus Box 1031
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1031
Phone: 618.650.2762
Email: kabenne@siue.edu

National Junior College Athletic Association

January 2009- May 2009
East Peoria, IL
Responsibilities included helping organizing national women’s basketball tournament, facilitating organization of entertainment and hospitality at event. I was put in charge of entertainment during half times and breaks between games. I was also active in press registration, and team hospitality during this internship.

For a reference from this internship contact:

Susan Grebner
Public Relations Coordinator
Illinois Central College
1 College Drive
East Peoria, IL 61635
Phone: 309.694.5440
Email: sgrebner@icc.edu

Office of U.S. Senator Barack Obama

January 2007- May 2007
Springfield, IL
Responsibilities included answering phones, opening and filing mail, responding to correspondence, writing grant approvals, and many other tasks.

While working for then Senator Obama, I also dedicated my time actively volunteering at many of his campaign functions including, his announcement of his run for presidency, his announcement of Joe Biden running as his vice president, and also canvasing in the Iowa Primary Caucus.

For a reference from this internship contact:

Mikal L. Sutton
Director of Medical Development
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
1011 S. Second Street
Springfield, Illinois 62704
Phone: 217.525.1173 ext. 221
Email: msutton@gscc.org