Jason R.

Polen
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