Sophia Benavente-Sayani
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Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Administrative Intern
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Sep 2023 - Present
Washington DC-Baltimore Area Hired as an Administrative Intern to work at the Cisneros Institute of Hispanic Leadership to implement new projects to reach the institution's goals. Rotating through different departments of responsibility and providing ideas to grow and improve the institute.
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National Academy of Engineering
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United States
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Public Policy
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1 - 100 Employee
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Engineer Girl Ambassador 2021-2022 (National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine)
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Apr 2021 - Present
Washington DC-Baltimore Area I was selected to be one of Engineer’s Girl’s National Ambassadors, by the National Academy of Engineering in Washington D.C. I was accepted to be 1 of 24 of the nation’s ambassadors high school students. I was chosen as an Engineer Girl Ambassador by the National Society of Women Engineers in Washington D.C. An Engineer Girl Ambassador is a female, U.S. high school student who designs, develops, and implements a project in her local community that will encourage younger girls - particularly… Show more I was selected to be one of Engineer’s Girl’s National Ambassadors, by the National Academy of Engineering in Washington D.C. I was accepted to be 1 of 24 of the nation’s ambassadors high school students. I was chosen as an Engineer Girl Ambassador by the National Society of Women Engineers in Washington D.C. An Engineer Girl Ambassador is a female, U.S. high school student who designs, develops, and implements a project in her local community that will encourage younger girls - particularly those with little access to engineering role models, as well as to think about engineering and engineering careers and give them practical experience in engineering design. I was awarded a grant of $250.00 for the implementation of my STEM Program by The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NAS). Show less
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Governor's STEM Scholars
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Scholar at New Jersey Governor’s STEM Scholar Program 2022
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Mar 2021 - Present
Chatham, New Jersey, United States Worked on Quantitative Method for Investigating Disinformation (Quantitative approach through machine learning and natural language).Applied Statistics Researcher. The Governor’s STEM Scholars brings together New Jersey’s high-achieving STEM students, from grades 10 through college and doctoral level to connect with STEM professionals and experts, participate in a STEM research project through the Research and Development Council of New Jersey and acquire important professional development… Show more Worked on Quantitative Method for Investigating Disinformation (Quantitative approach through machine learning and natural language).Applied Statistics Researcher. The Governor’s STEM Scholars brings together New Jersey’s high-achieving STEM students, from grades 10 through college and doctoral level to connect with STEM professionals and experts, participate in a STEM research project through the Research and Development Council of New Jersey and acquire important professional development skills in STEM. Scholars gain a 360° view of New Jersey’s STEM economy, through four symposiums. The acceptance rate of the applicants is only 15%. Show less
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New Jersey Department of Education
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United States
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Education Management
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100 - 200 Employee
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ExPAND Pre-Apprenticeship Operating Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Design CTE Program
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Oct 2021 - Present
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Apprenticeship program with the option to be employed in the following year. ExPAND Design and Fabrication Program from the New Jersey Department of Education Expanding Pre-Apprenticeship in a New Direction CTE (Career Technical Education) Courses. After a rigorous application process, I was accepted to this prestigious 2 year ExPAND Pre-Apprenticeship Program to be 1 of 12 selected apprentices from a pool of 350 students at High Tech High School. Some of the courses taken for this… Show more Apprenticeship program with the option to be employed in the following year. ExPAND Design and Fabrication Program from the New Jersey Department of Education Expanding Pre-Apprenticeship in a New Direction CTE (Career Technical Education) Courses. After a rigorous application process, I was accepted to this prestigious 2 year ExPAND Pre-Apprenticeship Program to be 1 of 12 selected apprentices from a pool of 350 students at High Tech High School. Some of the courses taken for this Apprenticeship Program include, Introduction of Engineering Design, Operating Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, Communication and Presentation Skills, Career Preparation and Networking, plus Wood Science and Technology Work Theory and Practice. I'm attending these after school classes to obtain college credits for related technical instruction and on-the-job training component of the pre-apprenticeship career and technical education (CTE) program. This two-year pre-apprenticeship program is designed for high school students interested in developing professional, work-based experiences to prepare them for college and the workforce. During junior year the program consists of after school and summer components. Senior year students will be enrolled into a mandatory simulated work based enterprise course that takes place during the school day. This unique program will help prepare high school students for on-the-job apprenticeship opportunities after graduation. The district will continue its partnership with Eastern Millworks Inc. – a Jersey City based architectural woodworking company – and join Drape Kings to create new opportunities in an industry that continues to create much needed skill jobs. Additionally, HCST will be working closely with Hudson County Community College and New Jersey Institute of Technology to provide students with college credits while they work in industry-related internships. Show less
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Junior State of America (JSA)
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United States
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Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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JSA Gubernatorial Cabinet Director of Activism of Mid-Atlantic States: NJ, PA, VA, MD, DE, and NC.
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May 2021 - Present
Washington DC-Baltimore Area I'm the JSA Gubernatorial Cabinet Director of Activism of activities program promotion for over 3,000 delegates in 6 Mid-Atlantic States New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, North Carolina for the student-run, student-led JSA, participants learn how to engage civilly in political discourse. They cultivate democratic leadership skills, challenge one another to think critically, advocate their own opinions, develop respect for opposing views and learn to rise above… Show more I'm the JSA Gubernatorial Cabinet Director of Activism of activities program promotion for over 3,000 delegates in 6 Mid-Atlantic States New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, North Carolina for the student-run, student-led JSA, participants learn how to engage civilly in political discourse. They cultivate democratic leadership skills, challenge one another to think critically, advocate their own opinions, develop respect for opposing views and learn to rise above self-interest to promote the public good. As a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, JSA is committed to developing a diverse, cross-section of young leaders for a democratic society. The mission of JSA is to educate and prepare high school students to be active participants and effective, ethical leaders in our democratic society. The student-run, student-led Junior State of America empowers a diverse community of passionate young leaders to learn together, think critically, advocate opinions thoughtfully, respect opposing views and promote the common good. The Junior State of America (JSA) was created by and for young people interested in what happens around them - from politics, to how government works, and contributing to their community. Since its founding in 1934, JSA has served as a place where students build leadership skills, learn civil debate, and strengthen their engagement through volunteering and activism. More than 500,000 students have graduated high school as more active, informed members of their community as a result of their participation in JSA.
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JSA President - Chief Operating Officer (COO)
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Apr 2020 - May 2021
Washington DC-Baltimore Area I was selected as the President (Chief Operating Officer) of my High School Club at High Tech HS by my peers with 100% of the votes by more than 75 student members, based on my leadership and experience.
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JSA Chief of Staff
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May 2019 - Apr 2020
Secaucus, New Jersey, United States I was selected as the JSA Chapter Club Chief of Staff after an extensive application process which included two separate interviews by the club Co-Presidents and my peers. I direct the club members and prepare documents for the Debates. I serve also as the Official Spokesperson for the club. I served for a year and brought a variety of proven result projects to the club. I was an avid member of her middle school’s debate team, which prepared me for high school’s JSA chapter, where I’m now Chief… Show more I was selected as the JSA Chapter Club Chief of Staff after an extensive application process which included two separate interviews by the club Co-Presidents and my peers. I direct the club members and prepare documents for the Debates. I serve also as the Official Spokesperson for the club. I served for a year and brought a variety of proven result projects to the club. I was an avid member of her middle school’s debate team, which prepared me for high school’s JSA chapter, where I’m now Chief of Staff and Spokesperson for the JSA Club.
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JSA Director Of Student Activities
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May 2018 - May 2019
Secaucus, New Jersey, United States I was selected as the Director of Activism (Director of Student Activities) by my peers. Served for a year and brought a variety of proven result projects to the club. I was an avid member of her middle school’s debate team, which prepared me for high school’s JSA chapter, where I’m now Chief of Staff and Spokesperson for the JSA Club.
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Aptean
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United States
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Finance, Accounting and Data Management Internships
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May 2021 - Present
New York City Metropolitan Area Summer Internship at Aptean: I was tasked with various functions at Aptean in the division of IT Software Development related to back-office processes of the business including but not limited to invoice processing, communicated statement balances with customers, accounts receivable collection, filling of physical and digital organization of company records, faxing, . The company's Vice -President, Mr. A. Lynn is very impressed with my professionalism, work ethic, eagerness to learn… Show more Summer Internship at Aptean: I was tasked with various functions at Aptean in the division of IT Software Development related to back-office processes of the business including but not limited to invoice processing, communicated statement balances with customers, accounts receivable collection, filling of physical and digital organization of company records, faxing, . The company's Vice -President, Mr. A. Lynn is very impressed with my professionalism, work ethic, eagerness to learn, fulfillment of requirements, easy to work with, exceeding expectations, and punctuality. This is the reason why I was allowed to complete a second year of this internship during the summer consecutively. Show less
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Intrepid Museum
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Guest Speaker and Conference Presenter at the Intrepid Museum Youth Summit - 2021 and 2022
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Apr 2021 - Present
New York City Metropolitan Area I've been a guest speaker twice at the Intrepid Museum Youth Summit for 2021 and 2022. My topics are about social justice, gender equality, and women in STEM. One of the objectives of the Youth Summit is: "to challenge teens and young adults to turn HOPE into ACTION through the needed intersections of STEAM, education, civics, social justice, advocacy, and entrepreneurship, by sharing dialogue and their own ideas and analyzing/questioning the world to come up with solutions for important… Show more I've been a guest speaker twice at the Intrepid Museum Youth Summit for 2021 and 2022. My topics are about social justice, gender equality, and women in STEM. One of the objectives of the Youth Summit is: "to challenge teens and young adults to turn HOPE into ACTION through the needed intersections of STEAM, education, civics, social justice, advocacy, and entrepreneurship, by sharing dialogue and their own ideas and analyzing/questioning the world to come up with solutions for important issues. And to mark the recognition of intersectionality in issues of racism, equity, access, innovation, politics, public health, STEAM and more. In addition to presenting fight and brave discussions for change continues to be led by teens and young people, empowered professionals and youth-serving cultural organizations". Show less
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Secaucus Public Library
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United States
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Libraries
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Librarian
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Mar 2020 - Present
Secaucus, New Jersey, United States Working as a library assistant on three circulation desk departments with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Assisting patrons with computer login, online research, accessing information, downloading, scanning, and faxing documents, photocopying, answering phones, research & information. Issuing library cards to new patrons by completing their applications with proper documentation. Teaching patrons how to login in the BCCLS webpage to access their account and library catalog.… Show more Working as a library assistant on three circulation desk departments with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Assisting patrons with computer login, online research, accessing information, downloading, scanning, and faxing documents, photocopying, answering phones, research & information. Issuing library cards to new patrons by completing their applications with proper documentation. Teaching patrons how to login in the BCCLS webpage to access their account and library catalog. Guiding patrons with locating books and other media types on shelves or requesting them online. Implementing library and media information technology, checking in and out books and materials. Printing BCCLS interlibrary loan pick list, locating books, DVD’s, and Audio Books CD's and sending them to other 23 libraries. Calling various patrons daily via phone to inform them of their ordered books/media are ready for pick up. Informing patrons about Digital eBCCLS services like OverDrive, Libby App, Audio Books, Digital Collections, ebooks, emagazines, eperiodicals, and ejournals. Working online during pandemic March '20 - Winter '22 on educational programs for children. Creator of successful children educational program Google Classroom with almost 200 students Google Classroom consisted of 4 classes: PreK-2nd, 3rd-5th, and 6th-8th, and for parents as well GC provided parents with materials, resources, and activities to complement online classes Co-founder of Girls Who Code club for 4th-6th graders to teach computer literacy & coding Creating new educational online and onsite programs geared towards children and senior citizens. Co-coordinator of the successful Engineer Girl STEM program for 3rd-6th Grade students to inspire them to learn with hands-on activities on engineering, to explore careers in Science, Technology, Math and the Arts. We had 9 sessions with an attendance of up to 16 students per session with a total of 29 students. Made 10+ phone calls for reservations. Show less
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Girl Up, United Nations Foundation
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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300 - 400 Employee
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Founder and President
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Feb 2020 - Present
Secaucus, New Jersey, United States United Nations Women Leadership Development, Gender Equality, and STEM Education. A Global Movement: Girl Up’s leadership development programs have given me the opportunity to start my own chapter club at High Tech High School. We’re inspiring a generation of girls to be a force for gender equality and social change. Girls have a tremendous, often untapped power to change the world. Girl Up helps girls access their inner power to advance the skills, rights, and opportunities of girls… Show more United Nations Women Leadership Development, Gender Equality, and STEM Education. A Global Movement: Girl Up’s leadership development programs have given me the opportunity to start my own chapter club at High Tech High School. We’re inspiring a generation of girls to be a force for gender equality and social change. Girls have a tremendous, often untapped power to change the world. Girl Up helps girls access their inner power to advance the skills, rights, and opportunities of girls everywhere. Our leadership development program transforms girls by exposing them to new possibilities, improving their sense of confidence, and positioning them to be changemakers in their communities. Show less
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Girls Who Code
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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500 - 600 Employee
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Founder and Official Facilitator/Teacher of Town's Chapter Club
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Sep 2020 - Present
New York, New York, United States During the Covid-19 Pandemic, I founded the Girls Who Code Club in my hometown of Secaucus, New Jersey, two years ago. The purpose was to teach computer programming to 50+ girls online and now I hold in-person coding classes to girls of ensure equity and access of underrepresented groups. 3rd-5th Grades and 6th-12th Grades GWC Clubs.
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Society for Science
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Student Winner 1Gold 2Silver 3Bronze Medals 2017-2022
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Sep 2016 - Nov 2022
Winner of four medals at the STEM Showcase Regional Level Science Fair at Hudson County in New Jersey affiliated with the Society for Science (Broadcom MASTERS and Regeneron ISEF). Also, Winner of a Broadcom MASTERS Math, Applied Science, Technology, & Engineering for Rising Stars Award Nomination The United States Navy and Marine Corps Office of Naval Research ONR Department of Defense with The Naval Science Award for STEM Excellence. I was awarded the Certification and… Show more Winner of four medals at the STEM Showcase Regional Level Science Fair at Hudson County in New Jersey affiliated with the Society for Science (Broadcom MASTERS and Regeneron ISEF). Also, Winner of a Broadcom MASTERS Math, Applied Science, Technology, & Engineering for Rising Stars Award Nomination The United States Navy and Marine Corps Office of Naval Research ONR Department of Defense with The Naval Science Award for STEM Excellence. I was awarded the Certification and Medal from the Navy at the Liberty Science Center. Show less
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SHPE
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Director of Volunteering and Activities
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Jun 2020 - Mar 2022
New York City Metropolitan Area I worked advising the SHPE school chapter club President about taking major decisions on how to achieve our goals. I organized a group of 30 students and coordinated a series of activities to accomplish the club objectives and follow the pre-planned club agenda.
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Secaucus Math Academy
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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Mathematics Tutor
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Jun 2018 - Sep 2020
Secaucus, New Jersey, United States Since 2018 I've been tutoring students through the Secaucus Math Academy which is an education-sector, non-profit organization that provides pro bono tutoring to students in the first through eighth grades. I received the Tutor of the Week award for my dedication in teaching math lessons to students.
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Education
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The George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science, and History w/ minor in Journalism and Mass Communications -
High Tech High School
High School Diploma, Computer Science, Design and Fabrication Academy -
Columbia University School of Professional Studies
The Future of the Space Technology Economy Immersion Program, Business, Economics, and Entrepreneurship -
Hudson County Community College
Associate of Science - AS, Environmental Science and Engineering