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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Grameen Foundation Marketing & Social Media Intern 9/’10 – 1/’10
Large international non-profit focused on alleviating global poverty through microfinance (GrameenFoundation.org)
Audit and present suggestions to improve social media strategy using quantitative metrics
Identify and publish relevant news and events on multiple social media platforms daily
Engage in weekly meetings to ensure online marketing is aligned with various initiatives
Measure, evaluate, then adjust the social media strategy accordingly to maximize return on investment
Department of Veterans Affairs Claims Intern 10/‘07 – 1/’10
Federal Gov. Dept. responsible for caring for veterans of the United States Armed Forces (VA.gov)
Examine medical records and evidence to determine veterans’ eligibility for federal benefits
Triage hundreds of incoming claims daily by carefully analyzing constituents’ statements
Follow and adhere to regular changes in federal laws and organizational procedures
Accomplishments:
Received three consecutive “Exceeds Expectations” annual evaluations
Bryant Christie Incorporated Market Research Intern 3/’10 – 6/’10
International affairs consulting firm that offers services in trade, finance, and market development (BryantChristie.com)
Update international trade databases that outline specific import requirements
Create comparative spreadsheets contrasting international tariffs and value added taxes (VAT)
Research and draft multi-million dollar grant applications for large clients
Conduct market research on potential areas of expansion for large domestic food producers
Community Alliance for Global Justice (CAGJ) Event & Outreach Intern 1/’10 – 8/’10
Grassroots non-profit promoting ethical international trade and development practices (SeattleGlobalJustice.org)
Assist in planning event with over 300 guests that raised organization’s annual operating budget
Consolidate and reorganize multiple stakeholder databases to streamline fundraising and outreach
Washington State Department of Commerce International Trade Intern 5/’09 - 10/’09
State Gov. Dept. accountable for economic development, energy policy, and federal grant management (Commerce.Wa.Gov)
Research potential markets for Washington exports and write report about findings
Create and maintain database to track progress on multi-million dollar federal stimulus grants
Research and collect state-level economic development studies for new Deputy Director
Write informational pamphlet targeted at attracting potential Chinese foreign investors to
Washington
EDUCATION: Seattle University (SeattleU.edu) GRADUATION: April 2011
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in International Studies Minor: International Economic Development
Major GPA: 3.7 Overall GPA: 3.5
Awards/ Accomplishments:
Seattle University Dean’s List
International Student Energy Summit (ISES) Scholarship recipient – Calgary, Canada
International Studies Honor Society Member - Sigma Iota Rho
Study Abroad: Amman, Jordan Arabic Language 12/’10 – 4/’10
Seattle University International Studies Club President & Founder 9/‘08 – 9/‘10
Plan and organize campus events relating to international relations topics
Create dialogue between professors, students, and alumni to improve International Studies Dept. network
Accomplishments:
Planned event with over 100 attendees called, “Global Prospects Career Fair”, which brought
internship, job, graduate school, and post-graduate service opportunities to campus
Student Executive Council Member 9/’08 – 6/’09
Represent International Studies Dept. on an advisory board to increase the quality of curriculum
Model United Nations & European Union Delegate 9/’07 – 6/‘08
Engage in simulated UN & EU conferences that discuss international problems and draft resolutions