Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Extra Curriculars And Awards
Timeline
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Malik Harris

Calumet City

Summary

Motivated and reliable professional with leadership experience in academic, military, and nonprofit settings. Skilled in project coordination, team collaboration, and mentoring. Committed to supporting growth and driving positive outcomes. Ready to contribute strong communication and organizational skills to a dynamic team.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Assistant

Origami Works Foundation
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided comprehensive administrative and logistical support to community-based initiatives, focusing on youth empowerment and educational programming
  • Assisted with planning, coordination, and execution of events, workshops, and career exposure activities
  • Communicated with partner organizations and program participants to maintain engagement and ensure smooth operations
  • Helped manage program schedules, outreach efforts, and internal documentation using tools like Google Workspace and Excel
  • Supported data collection and evaluation efforts to measure program effectiveness and improve outcomes
  • Collaborated with staff to improve communication workflows and enhance participant experiences
  • Contributed to special projects, including content development and preparation of materials for meetings and presentations
  • Worked with senior leadership to complete complex projects on time and under-budget.
  • Handled administrative duties, filing, and errands.

Transfer Ambassador

Malcolm X College
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Assisted students in identifying potential universities for transfer and finding relevant scholarship opportunities.
  • Provided guidance on the transfer process, helping students navigate requirements and make a smooth transition to university.
  • Created promotional materials, including flyers for transfer events, to engage and inform students.
  • Developed and maintained Excel calendars for event scheduling and manager coordination.
  • Performed data entry tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping and organization.
  • Communicated with universities and institutions via email and phone to coordinate visit days and transfer opportunities.

Retail Stock Associate

Burlington
08.2023 - 11.2024
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
  • Unloaded and processed incoming shipments efficiently to ensure timely restocking of sales floor merchandise
  • Assisted sales associates by locating products and replenishing merchandise during peak hours

Game Room Operator

Region Escape Room
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Opened and closed the store, ensuring smooth daily operations.
  • Managed on-call duties, providing immediate assistance to customers as needed.
  • Set up and maintained game rooms, ensuring a clean and presentable environment.
  • Managed room bookings and handled financial transactions accurately.
  • Engaged guests by providing informative game stories, enhancing their experience.

Window Manufacturer

Silverline
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Company Overview: Window Manufacturer
  • Effectively communicated with leadership when machines broke down and need repair.
  • Trained new employee on the process to work in the role of window manufacturer.
  • Window Manufacturer

Package Handler/Scanner/Driver's Assistant

UPS
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse team of peers.
  • Demonstrated a strong attention to detail when ensuring packages reached their final destination.
  • Promoted several times to roles with additional responsibilities.
  • Followed organizational polies and procedures to ensure the safety of peers when loading and unloading trucks.
  • Displayed flexibility and reliability by working various shifts to support the mission of UPS.

Education

Associate of Science - Science

Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL
12.2024

GED -

Lincoln's Challenge Academy
Rantoul, IL
11.2020

Skills

  • Work well with others
  • Great time management skills
  • Hard worker
  • Fast learner
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Conflict management
  • Typing
  • Microsoft Word
  • Customer service
  • Analysis skills
  • Spreadsheet development
  • Team support
  • Scheduling expertise
  • Deliverables coordination
  • Influencer partnerships
  • Booth and display setup
  • Media relations
  • Product knowledge
  • Tool operation
  • Machine operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Production procedures
  • Strong work ethic

Certification

GAF - Roofers Certification, 01/20

Extra Curriculars And Awards

  • Vice President of Student Council
  • Captain of the Basketball Team
  • Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society
  • Black Male Mentoring Group
  • AOWS (Advancing Opportunities for Women in Stem)
  • Vice President of the Asian American Heritage Club

Timeline

Project Assistant

Origami Works Foundation
08.2024 - 06.2025

Transfer Ambassador

Malcolm X College
09.2023 - 12.2024

Retail Stock Associate

Burlington
08.2023 - 11.2024

Game Room Operator

Region Escape Room
01.2023 - 08.2023

Window Manufacturer

Silverline
10.2021 - 08.2022

Package Handler/Scanner/Driver's Assistant

UPS
11.2020 - 08.2021

Associate of Science - Science

Malcolm X College

GED -

Lincoln's Challenge Academy
Malik Harris