Maya Sriram

Experience

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  Aram Sei

  Jul 2020 - now

  Project Intern

  Aram Sei is a nonprofit organization that aims to support grassroots organizations worldwide with specific focus on education and healthcare.As a rotational intern on the Aram Sei team, I worked on:● Finance: managed and calculated project budgets 45 weeks/year● Web Development: built Salesforce CRM Platform● Volunteer Coordination: contacted other organizations for partnerships, connected members to nonprofits in need of support● Projects: Grow Together (project lead: recruited 100 participants), Activating Youth Project, Fun in the Sun event, Annual Report Committee, etc.● main speaker and activity organizer at Anti-AAPI hate webinar Show less

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  North South Foundation

  Mar 2021 - now

  Student Volunteer

  North South Foundation (NorthSouth) is a volunteer driven non-profit organization established in 1989. We bring educational contests to kids in the United States and provide underprivileged kids in India with scholarships.As a coach, I conducted:○ 8-week Public Speaking courseAs a Science PRO, I:○ speak on panels in ‘Meet the Science PRO’ events, answering parent questions and discussing my science journey○ host webinars for kids (ex. one in August of 2021 discussing cloning and stem cells - over 250 participants) Show less

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  Rishi Kumar for Congress

  Mar 2021 - Jun 2021

  Student Fellow

  Rishi Kumar is a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives (District 18). Rishi’s motivation is to bring in a new era of people-driven, rather than lobbyist-driven, politics.With Kumar's campaign, I:● spoke on his behalf at an anti-AAPI hate rally● worked on media, graphic design, website and email committees● canvassed on behalf of Kumar in local neighborhoods

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  Edutine

  May 2021 - May 2023

  Academic Tutor

  Edutine is a free online peer tutoring center where students can receive tutoring in a variety of subjects. We provide one-on-one tutoring and seasonal group classes.As a tutor with Edutine, I:○ (individual) taught precalculus, calculus, world history, english, literature, biology, physics, etc.○ (group) taught Intro to Standup Comedy, Intro to Fitness, Book ClubAs an assistant coordinator with Edutine, I:○ tracked and logged other tutors’ volunteer hours

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  Art4Neuroscience

  Jun 2021 - Jan 2024

  Co-Founder, Co-Head

  Art 4 Neuroscience (previously the Neuroscience Art Auction) is an organization founded by a group of high schoolers who want to contribute to the neuroscience community. We have a team of 40+ students who work to create art, organize fundraisers to sell it and donate the profits to various neuroscience organizations.As the Co-Head and Head of Operations of Art4Neuroscience, I:● focused on logistics, marketing and recruitment● recruited 40+ artists, photographers, public relations members and web designers● raised >$5000 for pediatric science research organizations through art auctions and fundraisers● set up partnership with City of Los Altos● independently handled nonprofit and tax-exemption paperwork● organized STEAM camp for local mobile home park● ran a blog and podcast● was published in multiple newspapers including the Los Altos Town Crier and the Silicon Valley Voice● passed on ownership of the organization to junior and sophomore team membershttps://neuroartauction.wixsite.com/home Show less

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  Blueprint Oasis

  Jun 2021 - Jul 2022

  Public Relations Officer

  Blueprint Oasis's mission is to alleviate food insecurity by making nutrient-dense foods readily accessible to low-income groups by providing them with the resources to grow fresh produce. Additionally, we plan on focusing on spreading awareness about this issue to our community and beyond.As a Public Relations Officer with Blueprint Oasis, I:● conducted outreach to other organizations 48 weeks/year● managed social media platforms● headed up “Food for Thought” food labels project raising awareness about confusion caused by unclear and unstandardized food labeling Show less

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  Next Generation Nations for Youth Empowerment, Nonprofit

  Jun 2021 - Jul 2021

  Summer Intern

  NGN is an international organization that addresses social, economic, environmental, and global issues that challenge humanity and the progress of societies around the world. NGN is dedicated to providing education on global issues to one child, one community and one country at a time.

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  California Tamil Academy

  Aug 2021 - now

  Teaching Assistant

  California Tamil Academy was founded to teach the Tamil language and Tamil culture to diaspora Tamil children in California.As a Teaching Assistant at California Tamil Academy, I:● taught Kindergarten K● taught 2nd Grade A● am currently teaching Listening-Speaking 3

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  Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee

  Jul 2022 - now

  Member-At-Large

  The MV Youth Advisory Committee is comprised of middle school and high school students that represent Mountain View teens in local government and have the opportunity to advise adults concerning teen issues.With the Youth Advisory Committee, I:● headed the Marketing and Communications Committee (reached out to local businesses and YACs in other cities, organized group event such as a ‘Market Day’ teen business fair)● volunteer at committee-organized events, such as Monster Bash and Teen Wellness Retreat Show less

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  Life Skill Learning

  Aug 2022 - now

  Strategy Team Member, Event Host

  Life Skill Learnings is an India-based organization that strives to create a community of learning. We organize affordable classes for kids, as well as hosting Learners' Cafe, a series of webinars and events where kids have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals and each other.As Strategy Team Member, I:○ decide which courses/classes to offer to students○ select coaches and teachers○ plan organization’s long-term visionAs Event Host, I:○ organize educational webinar series (Learners’ Cafe)○ emcee/host webinars Show less

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  YMCA of Silicon Valley

  Jun 2023 - Oct 2023

  Swim Instructor

  As Swim Instructor at the YMCA, I:● worked with kids age 9mos-10yrs● received CPR/AED/First Aid certifications● was the lead instructor for Y summer camps and biweekly group lessons● was requested to give private lessons

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  Steve & Kate's Camp

  Jul 2023 - Aug 2023

  Camp Counselor

  As Camp Counselor at Steve&Kate's Camp, I:● worked with kids age 4-12● only minor hired as camp counselor● monitored and managed kids’ activities including water activities, playground, etc.● (in conjunction with swim instruction) worked 12-hour days