Intern Architect - Johnson & Associates Architects, Inc. (June 2016 - June 2019)

As an Intern Architect with Johnson & Associates Architects, I create complete construction documents and artistic renderings, manage social media outlets and public outreach for the firm, work under strict deadlines within a tight-knit team, and handle client relations and frequent design changes. I also started working remotely for Johnson & Associates Architects in May 2017 and have gained valuable knowledge in personal organization, internal communication, and time management. Through my time with Johnson & Associates, I have worked with city planners to develop code-compliant infrastructure, community lot re-zoning, and town architectural review submissions. This exposure has enhanced my proficiency in land-use planning and local code requirements and understanding.

Sustainability Intern - NYC Parks and Recreation Department (October 2017 - May 2018)

As a sustainability intern with the NYC Parks Department, I created and led public education courses on sustainable practices, produced marketing materials and graphic design work for company events, hosted tabling, networking, and community outreach opportunities throughout the five boroughs, and installed green infrastructure systems to existing NYC buildings. My most valued accomplishment as a Sustainability Intern with NYC Parks was initiating and executing education workshops on composting and waste diversion. I was responsible for promoting the events and engaging with community organizations to increase our exposure. I led an interactive workshop, which included a presentation and a tour detailing the various waste diversion systems located throughout the city. I also initiated building take-home compost bins to encourage attendees to take the information they learned and practice on their own. Through this opportunity, I was able to create a platform that allowed me to educate and interact with my community on current sustainable practices and mitigate the improper waste disposal within my area.

Visioning Intern - Park Pride (May 2015 - August 2015)

As a Visioning Intern with Park Pride, I hand designed master plans and perspective renderings for green space development in disadvantaged urban communities, led community workshops, worked along side community members to create purposeful designs, and created educational media to create positive dialogue with the public on environmental and social justice issues.