EDUCATION
Villanova University, Villanova, PA May 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Geneva University, Geneva Switzerland Summer 2007
Semester of study and work abroad
• Completed coursework in Global Governance.
• Studies complimented by International non-governmental organization internship and encompassing internship report.
• Traveled independently through Switzerland, France, Spain, England, and the Czech Republic.
WORK EXPERIENCE
World Health Organization, Geneva, Switzerland Summer 2007
The Partnership for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health Summer 2007
Intern
• Researched and wrote scripts for use on the web to profile countries in which the Partnership is active, presenting comprehensive statistics and analysis for each country. Country Analysis
• Developed a contact database of over 1600 names including journalists, publications, and communication specialists, resulting in the expanded reach of all communications for the partnership.
• Worked closely with new members and NGO nominations. Responded to numerous queries and evaluated as many applications as the first point of contact.
Black Fish, Conshohocken, PA Summer 2007
Server
• Assisted waiters, ran dishes, managed kitchen, restocked inventory, serving 150 tables per shift while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Assumed responsibility for 50% increase in workload after co-worker was terminated mid-shift.
• Selected to train two new staff members despite short tenure.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of menu and recipes when responding to customer inquiries.
Best Effort Basketball Camps, Seattle, WA Summers 2004 + 2005
Head Counselor, Administrator
• Traveled Seattle Metro area coaching at risk youth in both basketball and positive life skills. Camp attendance ranged from 20 to 200 for each of the 2 or 3 day sessions.
• Lead member of three person team responsible for virtually all aspects of camp, directing other counselors, organizing events, and anything else requiring resolution.
ACTIVITIES
Villanova University, Villanova, PA 2005-2008
College Democrats
Participated in correspondence campaigns and ongoing activities.
Irish Cultural Society 2004-2006
Participated in membership drive to broaden college cultural experience.
Amnesty International 2006-2008
Participated in correspondence campaigns to influence government officials.
INTERESTS AND SKILLS
Skills: Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Language: Basic Spanish
Athletics: Backpacking, intramural basketball, golf
Interests: International politics, literature, and learning about cultures, countries and people through travel
