Eileen Polanco
New York, NY **********@*****.*** 646-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/eileen-polanco/
Education
Barnard College of Columbia University New York, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Economics & Mathematics Expected May 2027
Queen Mary University London, UK
Study Abroad Program In Urban Development & Architecture January 2026 - May 2026
Awards: Questbridge Scholarship Finalist, Chancellor s Triple C Award 2023
Experience
Reel Works New York, NY
Data Entry Intern July 2025 - August 2025
Assisted in alumni outreach by drafting communications, managing contact databases, and coordinating follow-ups to
strengthen alumni engagement.
Supported website updates by maintaining content accuracy utilizing Excel and Salesforce in collaboration with the Data and
Impact team.
American Museum of Natural History New York, NY
Member Relations Representative September 2025 - January 2026
Delivered personalized support by addressing member inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a high level of satisfaction,
contributing to increased member retention and loyalty.
Facilitated clear communication between members and internal departments, providing timely solutions and improving
overall member experience.
Barnard College of Columbia University New York, NY
Economics Research Assistant December 2024 - May 2025
Supported Professor Martina Jasova s Macroeconomic research on the relationship between climate change and corporate
policies and analyzed and categorized 200+ paragraphs of green and brown lending policies from various companies.
Statistics Research Assistant May 2025 - August 2025
Supported Professor Alisa Knizel in Statistical research on complex probability distributions by deriving expectations,
variances, and moment-generating functions using calculus-based methods.
Target New York, NY
General Merchandise Team Member September 2024 - September 2025
Delivered exceptional guest service by assisting customers with product inquiries, maintaining well-stocked shelves, and
ensuring an efficient, positive shopping experience.
Leadership/Extraccuricular
NASA New York, NY (Virtual)
Graduate of L SPACE Proposal Academy / Chair Coordinator May 2024 - Aug 2024
Served as chair coordinator in proposal writing in a group of 6, and crafted original proposals for aerospace projects
Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing and presented in front of hundreds in a competition for $10,000 funding.
Association of Latino Professionals For America (Alpfa)
Engaged in professional development workshops and networking events focused on leadership, diversity, and career
advancement for Latino and underrepresented students.
Skills & Interests
Affiliations: Ladders for Leaders, MLT, Project Glimmer
Technical: Python, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Adobe Suite, BlackBaud Raiser s Edge, Tessitura
Language: Spanish - Elementary Proficiency
Interests: Behavioral Economics, Sustainable Finance, Urban Development, Operations Management, Film, Language Learning