About
Location
Los Angeles
Education Status
Bachelors Degree
Linked In
https://www.linkedin.com/in/te-yana-brown-04a97224a/
Education #1
Pitzer College
Bachelors Degree - Management Engineering (Software) Major
August 2022Still Attending in Claremont CA
Te'yana Brown is a dedicated software engineer with a robust career foundation, spanning over four years of diverse professional experience. Her career journey includes impactful roles at prominent organizations such as National Veterinary Associates, Americans For Financial Reform, and Comet. Currently, Te'yana is an Intern at AWS, where she is involved in implementing accessibility features for Amazon’s new ML platform and SageMaker Studio. Her previous positions also included internships at Cisco Networking Unite-LA & LA Tech where she gained valuable skills in project management and technology applications. Te'yana's career is distinguished by her commitment to leveraging technology to drive positive change and innovation, underscoring her passion for transforming complex challenges into actionable solutions.
Experience #1
Web Intern
National Veterinary Associates
February 2026 - February 2024 |
~ 40 Hours
Software Development | Other
Assist in designing and developing responsive and user-friendly websites for veterinary clinics, ensuring a seamless online experience for clients and patients. Collaborate with the web development team to implement new features and functionalities, incorporating modern technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks like React or Vue.js. Conduct thorough testing and debugging of web applications to identify and resolve issues, ensuring high-quality and error-free code before deployment. Support content management by updating and maintaining website content, including images, articles, and event announcements, using content management systems (CMS) like WordPress or Drupal. Engage in continuous learning and research to stay up-to-date with the latest web development trends, proposing innovative solutions and improvements to enhance the overall performance and user experience of the websites.
Experience #2
Multimedia Intern
Americans For Financial Reform
February 2022 - June 2022 |
~ 20 Hours
Marketing & Communications | Other
Experience #3
AI Intern
California Cyber Alliance
September 2025 - February 2025 |
~ 20 Hours
IT Support & Cybersecurity | Economic Development
Create an AI resource matching platform to support individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. ● Spearheaded the adoption of new CRM tools, enhancing donor management efficiency and supporting a 10% increase in grant acquisition. ● Designed and optimized database schemas, enhancing data accuracy and increasing the efficiency of Cloud Exchange fundraising campaigns by 15%.
Extracurricular #1
CodePath
Cybersecurity Student
January 2026 - February 2026 |
~ 10 Hours
I am a CodePath Cybersecurity student, actively immersed in learning and applying cybersecurity principles. My responsibilities include analyzing and addressing vulnerabilities in digital systems, conducting penetration testing, and responding to security incidents. I'm gaining hands-on experience with various cybersecurity tools and working to foster a security-aware culture. This bio highlights my skills, projects, education, and certifications, reflecting my commitment to contributing to the cybersecurity field.
Extracurricular #2
Colorstack
Member
December 2025 - February 2026 |
< 10 Hours
Community Building and Academic Support: Contributed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive cross-campus community within ColorStack, participating in events and initiatives that promote collaboration and support among members. Tech Nonprofit Engagement: Engaged actively with ColorStack's mission as a tech nonprofit, aligning efforts to increase the number of Black and Latinx Computer Science graduates entering rewarding technical careers. Career Development Initiatives: Participated in and supported career development programs organized by ColorStack, aimed at providing valuable resources and opportunities for members to excel in their technical careers.
Extracurricular #3
AltaMed Youth Champion
Youth Champion
January 2022 - December 2022 |
< 10 Hours
AltaMed Youth Champions is a college and career readiness group by AltaMed.
Extracurricular #4
FIRST ROBOTICS 2404
CAD Design Member
February 2026 - February 2026 |
< 10 Hours
As a FIRST Robotics CAD Designer, I learned the basics of Fusion360 and AutoCAD platforms to improve our team Robot.
Award #1
Graduation Speaker
2022-11-26
Selected as the graduation speaker for my HS commencement ceremony, representing the voice of the graduating class. Delivered an inspirational address focusing on resilience, innovation, and the collective potential of the graduating class. Emphasized themes of academic excellence, leadership, and community building during the high school journey. Demonstrated effective communication skills and the ability to inspire and motivate peers.
Award #2
Edison Scholar
2022-05-15
Provided a STEM Scholarship and Award by Southern California Edison for excellent academic standing
Award #3
Amazon Future Engineer
2023-05-24
The AFE scholar award is a 40k scholarship awarded my Amazon for exceptional academic achievement.
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