December 1, 2013

Mr. Eric Bonin

774 East 3300 South #105
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Dear. Mr. Bonin,
My freshman year of college, I was first introduced to Splore through a service learning
project for a writing class. From that point on, I have been intrigued by the ideas of dignity
through risk, and the empowerment gained from recreation experiences. I have committed my
study at the University of Utah toward this subject, and would love to do an internship at Splore.
I am currently completing my bachelors degree in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor
in Disability Studies. During my college career, I have studied many subjects from anatomy and
medical terminology to PRT financial management and Recreation Programming and
Leadership. My most recent studies have involved grant writing skills. For a grant writing
assignment I had the opportunity to choose any PRT agency to write a mock grant for and I
chose Splore because I sincerely believe in its mission.
Last December my Therapeutic Recreation class created a bowling fundraiser for Splore,
which gave me an in depth understanding of Splores positive impact on the community. For the
fundraiser we held a silent auction and created a reverse inclusion activity giving participants the
opportunity to bowl with a disability. Making a difference is important to me and my previous
experiences with Splore have been meaningful. This is the reason; I would like to give back to
Splore through an internship using the skills I have gained through my education.
I look forward to meeting with you to talk about the possibility of working together. I
will call you during the first week of December to further discuss the opportunity of an
interview. Thank for your time.
Sincerely,

Jessma Barrani
1217 East 500 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
(801)-718-7916

1217 East 500 South

Salt Lake City, UT 84102
801-718-7916

Jessma Barrani

jbarrani@yahoo.com

Objective: To be selected as an intern for Splore

Community Service Projects
Utah Recreation Therapy Association U of U Student Representative
Student Advisory Committee Chair Member
Pingree volunteer, school for children with autism
Final class Project (fall 2012): Created bowling Fundraiser for Splore
Planning to volunteer for U-Fit spring semester

Professional Experience
Physical Therapy Aide. Canyon Rim Physical Therapy: Trained to work
alongside three different Physical Therapist. Treatment focus is Head, Neck, and
Jaw. Teach exercises, alignment, and tape injured area (fall 2012-present).
Pastry Artist and Wholesale Baker. Barrani Pastry Arts: Helped to launch the
start of the wholesale business. Secured and create all wholesale client accounts.
Decorated, baked wholesale goods, and maintained inventory. (June 09- 12)
Cake Decorator and Baker. Smiths Avenues bakery: Customized cakes
Strengthened customer service and developed relationships with regular customers.
Trained and taught new employee of required skills and how to serve our
customers. (June 06- 09)
Peer Action Leader. International Student Service Center at Salt Lake
Community College: Connected international students with resources such as
housing, scholarships, and recreation activities in/out of school. Helped
create a friendly, welcoming environment in International Student Office.
(Fall 2006)
Care for Kids AmeriCorps member. Center for Discovery: Programmed weekly
activities for children of various ages and abilities. Helped with homework and
reading. Attended monthly trainings on topics such as, child development and
public health and safety. Collaborated with parents and teachers to meet the needs
of the children. As a Legacy project, I designed and painted a 12 by 6 mural
advertising the goals of the Center for Discovery. (August 05-August 06)

Education
Currently completing Bachelors of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism with an
Emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation, Minor Disability Studies at the
University of Utah, 3.8 GPA, graduation date May 2014
Awarded Associates of Science Degree from Salt Lake Community College,
GPA 3.8.(2008)

Accomplishments
Six-time Deans Honors List Student
Completed Care for Kids AmeriCorps program (2004-2005)
Recipient of $1,200 grant from AmeriCorps Scholarship (August 2005)
Recipient of $1,000 from Peer Leadership Scholarship (December 2006)
Awarded Highest Quality of Customer Service from Smiths (October 2007)
Dr. L. Dale Cruse Endowed Scholarship (2012)

Will submit references upon request