Tara Tang
Alameda
Summary
I am a sociology student with hands-on experience in working with underprivileged communities and individuals, understanding social inequality, and viewing different perspectives and backgrounds. Experienced in coordinating efforts on community service that address social challenges.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Beach cleanup volunteer
Community Initiative
Alameda
02.2025 - 12.2026
- Led and coordinated monthly beach cleanups with family and friends
- Collected and sorted waste and debris
- Take part in disposing of trash and organizing recyclables to support environmental care
- Collaborated with local organizations from volunteer club to enhance environmental impacts
General volunteer
Alameda Food Bank
Alameda
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Sort, package and distribute foods and donations to needing families
- Organize shelves and grocery sections
- Restock items, ensure all food is fresh
- Collaborated with other volunteers to make sure individuals get the support they need
- Collaborated with staff to ensure efficient warehouse operations
Internship
Crossroads Foundation
Hong Kong
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Completed 200+ hours supporting nonprofit programs dedicated to serving underprivileged communities
- Assisted in global distribution on resources and donations
- Sorted and organized donations given
- Physically transported boxes into containers for shipping to developing countries
- Collaborated with different departments
- Nonprofit programs dedicated to serving underprivileged communities
- Completed day-to-day duties efficiently
Education
Pre-Sociology -
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles05.2028
Sociology -
Berkeley City College
Berkeley05.2026
Skills
- Qualitative research
- Cross-cultural communication
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Team collaboration
- Organization and time management
- Community engagement and adaptability
Languages
English - Native speaker
Cantonese - Native speaker
Mandarin - Highly proficient
Timeline
Internship
Crossroads Foundation
06.2025 - 08.2025
Beach cleanup volunteer
Community Initiative
02.2025 - 12.2026
General volunteer
Alameda Food Bank
10.2024 - 01.2026
Pre-Sociology -
University of California, Los Angeles
Sociology -
Berkeley City College