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Alexander Rubin

Washington

Summary

Former intern at the United States Department of State, with expertise in intelligence integration and analysis. Conducted research on sanctions and counterterrorism, demonstrating strong written communication skills and adaptability. Produced high-quality briefing papers that informed international relations strategies, significantly enhancing bureau effectiveness in global security. Recipient of National Security Education Program Scholarship, Boren Fellowship in Tanzania from August 2023 to April 2024. Swahili background and the ability to adapt and learn a language overseas. Graduate of American University School of Public Affairs Justice and Law program with an emphasis on counterterrorism.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

United States Department of State
Washington
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Interned within the Bureau of International Organizations' Office of Sanctions and Counterterrorism (IO/SCT).
  • Conducted analytic research papers on sanctions and counterterrorism issues pressing to the bureau, focusing on multiple regions worldwide.
  • Conducted extensive research and analytical writings on Iran policy, the roles of organizations like the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the League of Arab States, BRICS nations, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) countries on sanctions.
  • I wrote briefing papers for the office and the International Organizations (IO) Bureau, including the interrelationship between the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and countries that need to fulfill their UN 1373, 1267, and 1988 deficiencies, the role of the African Union on sanctions, and UNSC member states' relations with Iran.
  • Conducted readouts of the UNSC briefing on the state of chemical weapons in Syria, the UNOCT debriefing from the Paris 2024 Olympics, and the UNSC briefing on the Secretary General's 20th report on the threat posed by ISIS.
  • 40hrs/week

Boren Award Fellowship Tanzania
Arusha
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Studied Swahili, History of Tanzania, and cultural classes at the MSTDC School in Arusha, Tanzania.
  • Gained experience with cultural immersion in East Africa, using language, and understanding cultural norms and practices.
  • Presented in Swahili on the U.S. Foreign terrorist organization Al-Shabaab threat assessment in East Africa, who the group recruits, targets of attacks, and goals of the organization, as well as their area of operation (AOR) and trends in attacks.
  • National Security Education Program

Real Estate Intern- Boston Reality Advisors
Weston
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted realtor Victoria MacDowell in preparing showings.
  • Assisted realtor in searching on and off-market properties.
  • Summer

Education

MS - Terrorism & Homeland Security Policy

American University
Washington, DC
05.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Justice and Law [Terrorism]

American University
Washington, DC
05.2023

Skills

  • Intelligence Integration and Analysis- granted the Highest score on State department evaluation
  • Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint
  • Written Communication
  • Language acquisition
  • Report writing
  • Public speaking
  • Meeting facilitation
  • International relations
  • Policy writing

Relevant Coursework

  • Conflict/Peacebuilding in Africa
  • Terrorism and Counterterrorism
  • Intelligence Analysis
  • Prosecution of Terrorism
  • Project Management

Timeline

Intern

United States Department of State
01.2025 - 04.2025

Boren Award Fellowship Tanzania
08.2023 - 04.2024

Real Estate Intern- Boston Reality Advisors
01.2021 - 01.2022

MS - Terrorism & Homeland Security Policy

American University

Bachelor of Arts - Justice and Law [Terrorism]

American University

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