Detail-oriented psychology graduate and early-career operations professional with hands-on experience in higher education administration, workflow documentation, project coordination, and academic course support.
Blake Knell is a detail-oriented psychology student and early-career operations/project assistant with experience supporting higher education operations across a wide range of administrative functions. His work spans workflow documentation, space and equipment audits, travel reimbursement tracking, micro-credentialing program development, and academic course support.
He is skilled at organizing information, building clean documentation, and maintaining accurate records. A particular strength is his ability to translate complex administrative processes into usable, accessible workflows for students, faculty, and staff — making him a reliable contributor in fast-moving academic and consulting environments.
Blake brings a unique combination of analytical thinking from his psychology background and practical systems experience from his work in higher education operations, making him well-suited for roles that require both people-awareness and process precision.
What Sets Blake Apart
Bridges psychology insight with operational precision
Translates complex processes into clear, usable workflows
Experienced across academic, consulting, and nonprofit settings
Consistent track record of accurate documentation and follow-through
Blake's skill set spans project coordination, documentation, data organization, and digital design — built through real-world experience in higher education and consulting environments.
Project Coordination
Process mapping, workflow documentation, and meeting notes across multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Audit & Inventory Support
Space audit support, equipment inventory documentation, and resource visibility for college planning.
Data & Records Management
Excel data organization, travel reimbursement tracking, LMS grade entry, and administrative documentation.
Content & Design
Canva design, resource library development, micro-credentialing support, and Microsoft 365 proficiency.
As of May 2026
Providence Strategy & Systems
Operations Strategy Intern | Remote / New Jersey
Blake has been selected to support operations strategy, workflow improvement, digital organization, and client-facing project coordination at a consulting firm focused on practical systems, AI readiness, and organizational effectiveness. In this role, he will assist with developing internal tools, organizing project documentation, and preparing client-facing materials.
He will also support research for workshops, webinars, process improvement projects, and business operations initiatives — contributing to content organization, administrative planning, and operational follow-through across consulting, training, and small-team systems projects.
College of Arts & Sciences, Seton Hall University
Office Assistant / Project Assistant to the Senior Director of College Operations | Fall 2025–Spring 2026
In this role, Blake supported college-level operations projects spanning space planning, process documentation, micro-credentialing program development, reimbursement processing, equipment inventory, and administrative resource organization. He conducted and documented the College of Arts and Sciences space audit, gathering room, usage, occupancy, and operational details to support facilities planning and leadership decision-making.
Blake assisted with a developing micro-credentialing initiative by attending planning meetings, taking structured notes, organizing shared materials, creating naming conventions, supporting introductory video preparation, and helping maintain a centralized project workspace. He also created process maps and workflow documentation for Graduate Assistant requests, honorarium payment processes for SHU and non-SHU employees, student worker hiring, and travel request and approval workflows.
Key Contributions at Seton Hall College of Arts & Sciences
Travel Expense Tracking
Processed, logged, and tracked Travel Expense Reports (TERs), maintained Excel-based documentation, updated records as new submissions arrived, and supported consistent reimbursement tracking for College operations.
Equipment Inventory
Gathered scientific equipment inventory information, documented relevant operational details, and supported data collection for broader college planning and resource visibility.
A&S Resource Library
Compiled, labeled, and reviewed onboarding resources for the A&S Resource Library to help new hires locate relevant forms, procedures, contacts, and administrative guidance.
Safety Certification
Completed Airgas Liquid Nitrogen Safety Training on January 28, 2026, demonstrating commitment to workplace compliance and operational readiness.
Academic Year 2025–2026
Undergraduate Psychology Teaching Assistant
Psychology Department, Seton Hall University — South Orange, NJ
As an Undergraduate Psychology Teaching Assistant, Blake played an active role in classroom management, student engagement, and assessment quality. He created attendance sheets, collected attendance each class, and facilitated small-group discussions by developing targeted discussion questions and prompts tied to assigned readings and course themes — helping increase student participation throughout the semester.
Blake created reading quizzes, reviewed exam questions for accuracy, drafted revised questions when needed, and helped maintain overall assessment quality. He graded reading quizzes, exams, and paper assignments; entered grades into the learning management system; and consulted with the professor on questionable submissions or grading concerns. He also proofread paper assignment instructions before posting and provided feedback on course materials, student engagement, and future improvements to the teaching assistant experience.
Additional Experience & Community Service
Note Taker — Disability Support Services
Seton Hall University, Spring 2024
Blake took organized, clear, and concise class notes for students receiving academic accommodations, uploading notes in a timely manner to support accessible learning, course engagement, and student success.
AYSO VIP Program Volunteer
Granada Hills, CA — 2019, 2021, 2022
Blake volunteered with the American Youth Soccer Organization VIP Program, providing athletes with disabilities support, leadership, encouragement, and guidance during soccer programming. He assisted 20+ participants with skill-building, teamwork, and participation in an inclusive athletic environment.
Honors & Campus Involvement
Inducted into Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology — Seton Hall University Chapter
ASB Leadership, Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences: selected to represent the school community and coordinate school-wide events
Events coordinated include: Thanksgiving Food Drive, Dia de los Muertos Art Display, VAAS News, Black History Month gallery walk, school tours, Senior Sunset, Senior Festival, and Senior Breakfast
Technical & Administrative Skills
Blake's technical toolkit spans Microsoft 365, data management, design, and learning management systems — all applied in real higher education and consulting contexts.
Microsoft 365 Suite
Microsoft Excel — data tracking and records
Microsoft Word — documentation and reports
Microsoft Teams — remote collaboration
Microsoft Forms — surveys and data collection
Organization & Documentation
Shared file organization and naming conventions
Administrative documentation and process mapping
Data tracking and reimbursement records
Design & Learning Systems
Canva — visual content and materials design
Learning management systems — grade entry and course support
Let's Connect
Blake Knell is actively seeking opportunities in operations, project coordination, and administrative support where he can apply his documentation skills, process-oriented mindset, and psychology background to help organizations run more effectively. Whether in higher education, consulting, or nonprofit environments, he brings reliability, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to every project.
Currently available for internships and entry-level roles in operations, project coordination, and administrative support — starting May 2026 and beyond.