Developed effective lobbying strategies for advancing student interests within the legislative process such as presenting to the San Diego City Council.
Enhanced legislative relations by establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with several key
Directed a team of 6 fellow students on public policy research, fostering collaboration and promoting professional growth.
Legislative Intern
San Diego County Board of Supervisors
01.2023 - 06.2023
Researched, summarized, and presented the findings of several 100-200-page reports conducted by local agencies on topics such as alternatives to incarceration, environmental health, and public safety in San Diego County
Contributed to and assisted in several meetings with policy team staff and county administrators on a variety of topics such as emergency services, Registrar of Voter inquiries, and public safety
Attended, reviewed, and condensed extensive annual progress updates and budget presentations at the Board of Supervisors Meetings
Sales Associate
Transports Run & Swim
04.2021 - Current
Created a welcoming environment for customers by making conversation and providing expedient, efficient service
Consulted thousands of customers to help them find their desired product and sold hundreds of pairs of running shoes, socks, and other fitness items
Conducted and managed logistical tasks such as inventory, shelf restocking, and operating the cash register
Assistant Coach (Volunteer)
Raptors Running Club
03.2019 - 09.2022
Designed, organized, and conducted workouts for runners to participate in
Led younger runners in activities which built up their social skills and encouraged healthy habits
Provided moral support to runners and acted as a mentor to them
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, San Diego
06.2026
Awards & Honors
Bylo Chacon Legal Justice Scholarship, Bylo Chacon Foundation, 03/2023
Awarded for writing an exemplary essay about working towards legal justice for underserved people and local communities through my County internship
$2000, UC San Diego Political Science Department
Co-President, Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society, Psi Omega Chapter, 06/2026-Current
UC San Diego's chapter of the premier political science honor society in the country
As Co-President, I help to organize networking events for undergraduate students and alumni
References
Matthew Phy, Policy Advisor, County of San Diego, Matthew.Phy@sdcounty.ca.gov
Brian Lyons, Owner, Transports Run & Swim, brian@transportsrunswim.com
Rick Holtzman, Head Coach, Raptors Running Club, rickholtzman6@gmail.com