ALIYAH BENTON

Address: 10716 Tradition View Drive Charlotte, NC 28269 | Email: Abenton@aggies.ncat.edu | Phone: 704.975.3809

EDUCATION
North Carolina Agricultural &Technical State University Greensboro, North Carolina
Candidate for Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications (Public Relations) May 2017
GPA: 3.2
Honors/Awards: Career Prep 2016 Bar of Excellence Award, Intuit Win Together Spotlight award February 2017, Intuit Win
Together Spotlight Award Summer 2016, Intuit Be Passionate Spotlight Award Summer 2016, NC A&T SU NAACP Chapter
Perseverance Award (2016), NC A&T SU NAACP Chapter Most Reliable Award (2015), Spring 2016 initiate of Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority Inc.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Intuit Incorporated Mountain View, California
Talent Acquisitions Intern May 2016 Present
Collaborate with the recruiters to create and execute multiple cost-effective sourcing/recruitment strategies/plans.
Create and develop projects through research, planning, and presentation of findings to team members.
Work on special projects to work on our growth in social media awareness.
North Carolina A&T State University Greensboro, North Carolina
Undergraduate Admissions Student Ambassador November 2013-Present
Assisted in event planning and execution for Open houses, Junior Days, Socials, and off-campus recruitment.
Recruit prospective students and helped them and their families understand the benefits of attending the University.
Assist in filing room organizing applicants information.
African American Atelier, Incorporated Greensboro, North Carolina
Marketing Assistant, Art Gallery and Youth Program August 2015 January 2016
Post and develop hash tags and flyers for social network sites providing brand consistency and gallery information.
Create promotional flyers for different artist showcased in the art gallery every two-three months and for the youth programs.
Worked in the gallery assisting with administrative work, gallery exhibition set up and breakdown, and event planning.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) Washington, DC
Career Preparation Fellow June 2015-Present
Selected as one of 300 for an 18-month professional development program for high-achieving diverse talent.
Complete business case studies and intensive assignments to hone analytical, quantitative and communication skills.
Participate in four seminars hosted by industry leaders, such as Citi, Google, Goldman Sachs, Deloitte and Target.

LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVMENT

Alpha Mu Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Greensboro, North Carolina
Educational Development Chair May 2016-Present
Assist in programming and community service initiatives to educate the campus and community.
Lead committee members in proper planning and execution of programs and events.
Create an open and engaging environment during programs and community events.
Lady B.U.G.S. Mentoring Organization Greensboro, North Carolina
Greensboro Sector President April 2016-present
Meet with HQ and other executives to determine if company is in accordance with goals and policies.
Provide visionary and strategic leadership for the organization.
Develop and maintain relationships with site coordinators.
Keep vision and mission of the organization into place by serving Greensboro through mentoring young women.
The Collegiate Chapter of the NAACP Greensboro, North Carolina
Chapter Vice President April 2016 - Present
Establish a positive, personal, and professional relationship with members of the organization to establish an inviting and
affirming organizational culture.
Completing program, event planning, and collaboration service events with other campus organizations.
Mentoring incoming president to help with organization decisions and university regulations.