Jillian Vargas
Richmond
Summary
I am a current student attending Virginia Commonwealth University studying Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness and International Social Justice. I have a passion for community development and supporting equitable opportunities in the non-profit sector as well as public administration. I am seeking a role that will allow me to gain the skills and knowledge to apply my passions into real change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Server
River City Roll
Richmond
02.2020 - Current
- Food service experience over the course of five years at Uncle Rick’s Frozen Custard, Napoli E Ristorante Italiano, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Main st Dragon, and River City Roll
- Maintain a professional yet personable relationship with tables developing interpersonal and communication skills
- Manage multiple tasks at once to remain an effective server
Community Engagement Intern
International Rescue Committee, IRC
Richmond
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Create social media and physical advertisement content for the International Rescue Committee in the greater Richmond and Charlottesville areas
- Attend community outreach events to share resources with prospective clients
- Assist with the preparation, set up, and execution of fundraising campaigns and events
Social Media Manager and Volunteer Coordinator
Community Outreach and Resources
Fredericksburg
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Communicate with community partners to organize volunteer opportunities for Mary Washington students
- Create social media advertisements and run the Instagram and other platforms for @COARUMW
- Organize and manage campus-wide annual volunteer events
Alternative Service Breaks Trip Leader
Habitat for Humanity
Fredericksburg
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Lead group of student volunteers to Habitat for Humanity work sites along the East Coast
- Lead fundraising campaigns and events to afford trip
- Learn onsite construction skills and assist with Re-store projects
- Work on homes that have been destroyed or being built from the ground up for communities in need
Education
Homeland Security And Emergency Preparedness -
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
Richmond, VA12-2026
International Relations
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA05-2024
Skills
- Communication
- Social Media Marketing
- Leadership
- Community outreach
- Nonprofit knowledge
- Fundraising campaigns
- Event planning
Timeline
Community Engagement Intern
International Rescue Committee, IRC
05.2025 - 08.2025
Social Media Manager and Volunteer Coordinator
Community Outreach and Resources
10.2022 - 05.2024
Alternative Service Breaks Trip Leader
Habitat for Humanity
10.2022 - 05.2024
Food Server
River City Roll
02.2020 - Current
Homeland Security And Emergency Preparedness -
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
International Relations
University of Mary Washington