Experience

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  Academic Internship Council

  • Greater Boston Area

  • Boston Internship Coordinator

    • Apr 2018 - Dec 2018
    • Greater Boston Area

    • Expand employer and internship sponsor outreach at various professional associations, higher education institutions, and networking events to match students with internships in Finance, STEM, Psychology, and Public Health • Advise domestic and international students on career development through career assessment interviews• Coordinate and deliver cultural activities, orientation, workshops, and presentations to educate interns about US workplace culture and guarantee their success in a professional environment• Document the internship placement process in Salesforce for internal and external reporting purposes

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  Putney Student Travel

  • Amherst, Massachusetts

  • Co Director

    • Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
    • Amherst, Massachusetts

    • Organized daily event planning and scheduling, as well as on-campus and travel logistics for extracurricular activities, student arrivals, departures, and weekend excursions• Supervised instructors’ curriculum development; oversaw group dynamics and general health and safety• Ensured compliance with the State of Massachusetts and Town of Amherst standards and guidelines• Managed a $50,000 budget and allocated funds to staff for dynamic aspects of the program• Liaised with parents, Amherst College staff, and PST Headquarters regarding all questions and concerns

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  Curious Kelly

  • https://curiouskgo.com/

  • Travel Writer

    • Sep 2014 - Aug 2018
    • https://curiouskgo.com/

    • Creator and Storyteller for Curious Kelly • Share stories about culture from my travels throughout Europe and South America• Provide inspiration, recommendations, and tips to other travelers through writing and photography• Social Media Management for Curious Kelly via Instagram, Facebook, and WordPress• Country specific information includes Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, Lithuania, Peru, Romania, Spain, Thailand, and Vietnam

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  Sheffield Centre

  • Spanish to English Translator

    • Sep 2015 - Oct 2017

    • Translated website content, marketing materials, and email communications in the educational and financial sector. Additional work included resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile translations.• Provided accurate and concise translations to clients ensuring clarity and authenticity• Applied language skills such as grammar, syntax, semantics, style and appropriate terminology

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  Putney Student Travel

  • Amherst, MA

  • Instructor and Activities Coordinator

    • Jun 2014 - Aug 2017
    • Amherst, MA

    • Facilitated high school students’ acclimation to a college environment by engaging them in a journey of self-discovery using classroom and shared experiences to encourage them to move outside of their comfort zones and discover their passions• Managed scheduling of extracurricular activities and excursions for an international group of 53 students and 14 staff; responsible for logistical and organizational aspects of the program• Designed curriculums and educational projects for English as a Second Language and Public Speaking and Debate classes• Led nightly group meetings as part of Residential Life responsibilities to promote community building and safety• Collaborated as an active, flexible team member constantly adapting and multitasking in a dynamic environment

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  KTBYTE

  • Social Media Manager and Blogger

    • Oct 2016 - Dec 2016

    • Supported initiatives of a growing startup by generating innovative and creative blog/social media posts• Communicated with clients to obtain valuable testimonials and feedback from their experience• Implemented Trello and Hootsuite to maintain internal organization and Social Media communication

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  Comunidad de Madrid

  • Madrid, Spain

  • English Language Instructor, Pi i Margall Primary School

    • Sep 2014 - Jun 2016
    • Madrid, Spain

    • Sparked learning and imagination through challenging curriculum development to immerse elementary aged students in the English language and encouraged them to embrace their skills while exposing them to cultural attributes of the United States• Developed and implemented English lessons and cultural workshops to foster an intercultural community • Prepared 100 students for Cambridge University (England) English exams at the 2nd, 4th, and 6th grade levels

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  CIEE

  • Portland, ME

  • Study Abroad Advisor, Spain

    • Oct 2012 - Jun 2014
    • Portland, ME

    • Motivated college students to experience the world, expand their horizons, appreciate different cultures and spark a thirst for intercultural learning by advising and preparing them for international exchange programs• Guided students’ enrollment on study abroad programs via phone, emails, webinars and social media• Engaged with Students and Program Leads to increase program enrollment by % each semester• Led marketing campaigns to increase revenue and maximize conversion of applicants to paid participants• Designed creative outreach to increase student preparedness and streamline information • Collaborated with staff in Spain regularly regarding program admissions, academics, and student welfare • Subject Matter Expert for students and parents to address all questions and concerns -including guidance on finances, immigration requirements, housing, health and safety, and travel management • Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, GoToMeeting, LeadMaster and Soffront CRM

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  CISabroad

  • United States
  • International Affairs
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Program Coordinator

    • Jul 2011 - Oct 2012

    • Liaised with international host universities in England and Scotland to coordinate programming on exchange programs, managed student acceptances and program enrollment, and established all program-related budgeting and financed• Advised students regarding visa regulations for various study abroad destinations• Determined program-specific budgets for tuition and housing; processed invoices from universities for payment• Created and maintained internal program materials: deadlines, program-specific documents, handbooks and pre-departure orientations • Managed itineraries and budgeted finances as a Program Leader on 4 international Faculty-Led trips (June 2011, July 2012)

  • University Relations Representative - New England Region

    • Jul 2010 - Jul 2011

    • Developed new partnerships and strengthened existing ones with international offices on university campuses throughout New England to increase students’ study abroad participation and enhance campus global initiatives• Recruited students for programs via study abroad fairs and classrooms presentations • Led information sessions and pre-departure workshops on campuses • Managed responsibilities of “Campus Representatives” as part of Alumni program • Established and expanded website content, social media platforms, and promotional print materials

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  University of Massachusetts Amherst

  • Amherst, MA

  • Peer Advisor, International Programs Office

    • May 2009 - May 2010
    • Amherst, MA

    • Advised peers about study abroad programs around the world based on their academic course of study and general interests in cultural immersion • Led information sessions informing students about the study abroad application process • Assisted with pre-separture orientations to prepare students for all aspects of their international experiences• Scheduled appointments for students with Program Advisors