Grad Student
50 Warren Street, Apt. 3 ■ Orange, NJ 01278
Cell: (973) 973-9739
Objective (-optional-)
Results-driven graduate student with solid interpersonal skills and proven analytical abilities seeks a career oriented position within the field of public service in the not-for-profit sector
QUALIFICATIONS
Marketing: Interviewed clients, conducted situational analysis to identify key problems; developed strategies to resolve these problems efficiently while simultaneously maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty as well as the organizations objective and goals; created and delivered survey instruments and conducted focus groups as a primary source for data collection; analyzed and interpreted sample data to recommend feasible solutions
Communication and Organization: Proficient in oral and written English & Spanish; successfully handled all academic, internship and employment responsibilities throughout graduate and undergraduate preparation and possess proven presentation skills including the use of PowerPoint
Strengths: A responsible and industrious worker with sound work ethic who exerts optimal effort in completing assigned tasks; thrive in fast-paced work environments while delivering above average service to all customers; worked long hours while achieving an excellent academic record.
EDUCATION
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey – Newark
Master of Arts, Political Science, May 2016
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (Minor: Spanish), January 2014
Undergraduate GPA: 3.1
Related Academic Project:
Agency Mission Management: Worked as part of a team to identify reasonable and effective methods of outreaching targeted communities for a Newark based not-for-profit agency; prepared reports outlining strategies implemented and outcomes achieved; presented report findings to the agency’s leadership at the conclusion of the semester
EXPERIENCE
Newport Community Resource Group, East Orange, NJ May 2011 – November 2013
Resources Assistant
● Created spreadsheets of resource donors for internal usage
● Worked as part of a group assigned to develop new agency resources based upon need
● Conducted exit interviews with agency clients to determine effectiveness of resources
Congressional Field Office, Newark, NJ August 2010 – May 2011
Student Assistant / Intern
● Handled incoming constituent complaints and concerns
● Created reports /spreadsheets concerning recurring concerns/issues of the day
● Entrusted, with experience, to respond to constituent mail, both electronic and traditional
References, Academic and Professional, Readily Available Upon Request