Maria Sandoval
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
LGBT Student Services Student Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinate and plan campus programs, volunteer initiatives, and wellness events that foster student engagement and inclusion.
- Collaborate with campus departments and organizations to develop and promote resources that support student well-being.
- Manage office communications, maintain organized records, and assist with daily administrative operations.
- Support outreach efforts and event logistics while helping create an inclusive and welcoming environment for students.
Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) Scholar
UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted and presented a health disparities research project examining resource gaps affecting minority women and their association with cannabis dependence.
- Reviewed and synthesized peer-reviewed literature, public health reports, and other evidence to develop research-informed recommendations.
- Collaborated with peers to solve interdisciplinary, problem-based clinical cases by integrating concepts from medicine, dentistry, nursing, and public health.
- Participated in clinical simulations across cardiology, emergency medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and ultrasound to strengthen clinical reasoning and patient-centered care.
- Attended seminars led by healthcare professionals on health disparities, public policy, healthcare delivery, and emerging issues in medicine
Intern
St John's Community Clinic
Los Angeles, CA
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Supported behavioral health initiatives and community outreach programs promoting mental health awareness and access to care.
- Administered patient satisfaction surveys, collected feedback through one-on-one interactions, and presented findings to department staff to support quality improvement efforts.
- Assisted with youth opioid prevention initiatives by participating in school and community education events throughout South Los Angeles.
- Coordinated schedules and meetings for the Integrated Behavioral Health Department Director while supporting daily administrative operations.
- Represented the clinic at community outreach events, job fairs, and career summits to promote healthcare services and engage with community members.
Intern
Counseling 4 Kids
Torrance
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Supported parent workshops focused on children's mental health education and family engagement.
- Developed educational activities and informational materials to promote children's mental health awareness.
- Updated and maintained provider contact information and community resource lists to ensure accurate referral information for families.
Member of the Youth Mental Health Academy
Child Mind Institute
Torrance, California
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted research on the effects of hate crime visibility on social media and developed comprehensive support solutions for youth mental health.
- Analyzed data to evaluate community effects of mental health programs while engaging district representatives for solution promotion.
- Explored various careers in mental health through informational interviews and networking events. in the mental health field and networking while working in teams
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Biology
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA01-2028
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Compton College
Compton, CA06-2024
Languages
Spanish
English
Volunteer Experience
St. Francis Medical Center, Lynwood, CA
Volunteer
- Assisted hospital departments in enhancing patient and staff experience under supervision of Volunteer Services and department managers
- Supported patient navigation and administrative tasks to improve workflow efficiency
The Lavender Collective, Los Angeles, CA
Community Volunteer
- Participated in monthly mutual aid efforts, distributing food and essential supplies to underserved community members
Timeline
LGBT Student Services Student Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
10.2025 - Current
Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) Scholar
UCLA
05.2025 - 06.2025
Intern
Counseling 4 Kids
05.2024 - 06.2024
Intern
St John's Community Clinic
04.2024 - 03.2025
Member of the Youth Mental Health Academy
Child Mind Institute
05.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor's of Science - Biology
Loyola Marymount University
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Compton College