Andrew Martinez
Buckeye,AZ
Summary
Psychology student with a 3.97 GPA pursuing a B.S. in Psychological Sciences with minors in Social Work and Philosophy at Northern Arizona University. Academic and clinical training in child & adolescent development, crisis intervention, psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, and behavioral health support. Experience supporting children, adolescents, and diverse populations through developmental psychology research, volunteer work, and leadership roles. Skilled in motivational interviewing, reflective listening, empathy-based communication, de-escalation strategies, SPSS, and qualitative/quantitative research.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Backgrounds & Front Desk Student Employee
NAU Human Resources
03.2023 - Current
- Support students, faculty, staff, and families through onboarding and HR processes
- Use empathy and problem-solving skills in high-stress situations
- Communicate effectively with diverse individuals while maintaining confidentiality and emotional regulation
Undergraduate Research Assistant
iBAY Lab, Northern Arizona University
01.2026 - Current
- Support developmental psychology research focused on children and adolescents
- Conduct SPSS analyses, literature reviews, and data organization
- Collaborate on youth-focused psychology research projects
Research Assistant
School as a Sanctuary Project, Northern Arizona University
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted research on resilience and emotional support in children with ACEs
- Analyzed interviews related to mentorship and emotional safety
- Co-presented findings at the NAU Undergraduate Research Symposium
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Sciences
Northern Arizona University
05-2027
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Motivational interviewing
- Crisis intervention
- Reflective listening
- Trauma-informed communication
- Qualitative and Quantitative research
- SPSS
- Microsoft Office
- English (Fluent)
- Spanish (Intermediate)
Certification
- Suicide Prevention Training
- CITI Training
- FERPA Training
- Eligible to pursue RBT certification
Accomplishments
2026 NAU Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Inquiry & Creativity, Outstanding Junior Award, Dean’s List, Psi Chi Member, Lumberjack Scholarship Recipient
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
iBAY Lab, Northern Arizona University
01.2026 - Current
Research Assistant
School as a Sanctuary Project, Northern Arizona University
01.2025 - 05.2025
HR Backgrounds & Front Desk Student Employee
NAU Human Resources
03.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychological Sciences
Northern Arizona University