Benjamin A.

Kumka
22 Magnolia Rd, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
914-261-6712|benkumka@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Pennsylvania State University - (University Park, PA) Intended Graduation: May 2018
College of Earth and Mineral Sciences GPA: 2.8
BS in Geography
Relevant Coursework: Geographic Information Systems, Runoff Risk Analysis, Spatial Analysis,
Environmental Geology, Economics, Environmental Law, Statistics, Community Development
WORK EXPERIENCE
CircleBack Lending Summer 2015
Data Management Intern
Worked directly with Senior Risk Advisor to startup marketplace lender
Assisted in data conditioning for development of loan underwriting and credit limit
management criteria and policy
Processed and provided initial summaries of applicant data using R open source
language
American Pool Inc. Summer 2010 - Summer 2014
Lifeguard
Fully trained in all rescue techniques, CPR, first aid and swimming rescue.
Independently monitored large swimming / recreation areas insuring they met all safety
and health regulations including water chlorine and acidity levels
VOLUNTEER WORK
DOROT 2007 - 2015
Friendly Visiting Program
Visited and developed a strong bond with a homebound senior providing friendship,
meaningful conversation and support for day-to-day living that lasted for over 8 years
Served as an unofficial student spokesperson for Dorot giving speeches and talks that
promoted and answered questions about the program for prospective participants and
their families
THON
Fundraising 2013 - Present
Participated annually in multiple fundraiser initiatives
Raised over $40,000 each year for the Four Diamonds Foundation
Helped organize and host a variety of community outreach philanthropic activities
LEADERSHIP
Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity
Served as house caterer responsible for the planning and purchase of all food and
kitchen and dining related items
Responsible for maintaining the kitchen in condition consistent with state requirements
and standards set by the house caterer
Organized and hosted recruiting events for prospective members
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Skills: ArcGIS, Minitab, R and Rstudio, GeoDA, SPSS, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Interests: Avid sports participant and fan (Soccer, Football, Basketball), Film, Music, History
Earth and Mineral Science Student Council: Active Member of organization