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Laura Castro

Laura Castro

Public Relations Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Communications professional turned Full Stack Engineer on a mission to make life easier.

  • Education

    • Boston University

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor’s Degree Public Relations 3.7

    • CodeOp

      2024 - 2024
      Certificate Full Stack Development

      Verified Certificate of Achievement awarded for completing 550 hours of advanced technical training in Full Stack Development

    • Williston Northampton School

      2006 - 2008

    • Springfield Technical Community College

      2022 - 2023
      Certificate Computer Programming 4.0

  • Experience

    • UnitedHealthcare

      Jan 2009 - Jan 2012
      Public Relations Intern

    • Boston University

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2012
      Communications Assistant

    • Capuchin Franciscan Volunteer Corps (Cap Corps)

      Aug 2012 - May 2014
      Project Coordinator

    • Catholic Volunteer Network

      Jul 2014 - Apr 2015
      Campus Recruiter

      ➡ Traveled to 90+ US colleges and universities marketing service-learning programs to students through informational presentations, service fairs, panel discussions, and mentoring sessions➡ Oversaw the coordination of 4 Day of Service events facilitated by Campus Recruitment Associates in Texas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Florida

    • Compass Nutrition

      May 2015 - Mar 2016
      Communications Coordinator

      ➡Developed a SEO strategy that resulted in boosting the company’s Google search from page 3 to page 1➡ Built a mobile-friendly website using a Squarespace template that included a medical nutrition blog and MailChimp integration to share expert content

    • Marina Maher Communications

      Mar 2016 - Apr 2018
      Staffing Coordinator

      ➡ Managed the process of sourcing, onboarding, and offboarding an average of 80 freelancers to more than 10 different client teams whose combined budget exceeds $500,000 ➡ Led recruitment and directed a summer internship program that attracts 1200 candidates each year

    • Wayne State University

      Sept 2018 - Jul 2019
      Advancement Services Coordinator

      ➡ Organized 500+ reports that presented data on Endowed, Annual, and Scholarship funds that support over 20, 000 students➡ Edited 50-75 weekly acknowledgment letters to donors who contributed gifts up to $50,000

    • Westfield Puerto Rican Association

      Aug 2019 - Dec 2020
      Volunteer

      ➡ Served as treasurer by maintaining a true and accurate accounting of all receipts, and disbursements, and gave a financial report at monthly executive meetings➡ Promoted to 100+ low-income residents a free tree planting program to restore the city’s downtown urban canopy that reduces utility costs

    • Reinforcement Unlimited ABA Services

      Dec 2023 - Oct 2024
      Behavior Technician

      ➡ Provided a safe and supportive environment for an individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder to acquire communication and life skills➡ Carry out clinical assessments after collecting and recording data on patient behaviors, routine changes, and other factors that impact daily functioning

    • Quill Web Design

      Jan 2024 - now
      Web Developer

      ➡ Built 5 websites using web builders like Squarespace, Elementor, and Wix to drive users to learn about each company's services➡ Improved a company’s Google ranking from page 3 to 1 by increasing the site’s searchability using SEO strategies like tagging social media posts and getting customers to leave reviews

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Laura Castro
      Chingu Voyage 46 - Tier 1 Web Developer and Product Owner Chingu Nov 2023 Chingu is intended to help a variety of different Web Development professionals further their careers by building near real-world experience. The kind of experience to help you stand above other job applicants to get noticed. Chingu's programs and services are geared to help Web Developers, UI/UX Designers, Data Scientists, and Agile Product Owners & Scrum Masters. Chingu's 6-week remote team projects helps developers level-up technical & soft skills sought after by employers.
    • Awarded to Laura Castro
      CodeOp 3-Day Coding Challenge Winner CodeOp Sep 2023 CodeOp is a tech school that offers courses for women, trans and non-binary people (women+). They're dedicated to changing the culture of tech and focus on providing their community with the support and training they need to become leaders in their field. Over 3 days, participants learn the basics about HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap. I learned how to use new technologies and add features to a website that I built from scratch.
    • Awarded to Laura Castro
      Intern of the Year INROADS New England Region, Inc, Jul 2011 Recognized in 2011 as the New England Region's "Intern of the Year" out of nearly 150 interns for academic excellence, internship performance, and involvement in the INROADS community. Recognition coupled with scholarship reward.
    • Awarded to Laura Castro
      WSAA Scholarship Recipient (2008-2012) Westfield Spanish American Association May 2008 Since 1995 the Westfield Spanish American Association (WSAA) has empowered the Latino community in the Greater Westfield Area to come together and create a visible presence in the local community. The scholarship has been created to reaffirm WSAA commitment to youth and the belief in higher education.