Caitlin Boss
Moses Lake,WA
Summary
Analytically driven M.A graduate with focus and expertise on security studies, international relations and organizational theory. Empirically oriented, with a proven track record and ability to synthesize complex data and concepts for professional and academic research projects and proposals. Advanced writing ability and basic experience with statistical analysis and data cleaning and interpretation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
United States Congressional Internship
United States House Of Representatives
2019.05 - 2019.08
- Communicated with congressional constituents by phone, email, or in-person to provide information, answer questions and record concerns.
- Utilized various government databases to review and synthesize previous legislation, regulations and committee hearings to create notes and research materials.
- Drafted a 'one minute speech' for the Congressman about a noteworthy member of the Washington 4th Congressional District which was presented on the house floor.
- Led guided tours around the US congressional buildings, imparting historical facts concerning landmarks, statues, and significant areas of interest to large and small audiences.
Thomas Foley Intern
Foley Institute - Washington State University
2018.12 - 2020.05
- Designed marketing materials in microsoft powerpoint, word and photoshop to advertise our on campus speaker series, increasing attendance from members of the local community.
- Revised and reorganized the the Foley Institute website weekly in preparation for new speakers.
- Acted to modernize the institute in preparation for COVID-19, by assisting the transition to remote streaming, through the incorporation of Zoom and Youtube.
Market Research Intern
Cascade Organic Flour
2020.12 - 2021.04
- Identified and monitored industry trends to stay ahead of competitors and address emerging market needs proactively.
- Assisted in creating and distributing surveys to gather valuable feedback from customers, improving product offerings.
- Fostered strong professional relationships with colleagues and supervisors, contributing to intern success and potential for future opportunities.
- Collected and analyzed consumer data for better-targeted marketing campaigns, increasing customer engagement.
Banquet and Restaurant Server
Pillar Rock Grill
2021.07 - 2022.07
- Provided excellent and swift customer service in the restaurant, alternating between serving and bartending to assist large and small tables.
- Established cordial relationships with customers ensuring a personalized restaurant experience that increased satisfaction and return rates.
- Regularly worked large scale events with 200+ patrons, including weddings, class reunions, concerts, and golf tournaments, providing people-centered service and support.
Teaching Assistant
Washington State University
2022.08 - 2023.05
- Reviewed and graded class assignments, essays, quizzes and tests, giving prompt and through feedback to students concerning their performance and areas of improvement.
- Managed our class web pages including Canvas, mywsu and Kahoot, to input and update grades, post class updates and record attendance.
- Hosted office hours to meet with students, providing mentorship, tutoring, makeup examination and discussion of class topics and curriculum.
Research Assistant
Division Of Governmental Studies And Services
2023.05 - 2024.05
- Analyzed, evaluated and summarized government and academic literature regarding the causes of homeless and current prevailing solutions.
- Utilized and synthesized research to create a detailed annotated bibliography and eventual literature review used to support department conclusions on homelessness policy.
- Conducted extensive data cleaning in R-studio and excel ensuring state data was usable and analyzable, for a departmental feasibility study on new Washington State driver safety initiatives.
- Aided in statistical research to support a time series analysis of crashes in Washington States by age grouping.
Education
Master of Arts - Political Science
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2020
Skills
- Proficient in microsoft excel, word, and powerpoint.
- Proficient in R-studio
- Advanced academic writing and comprehension abilities
- Basic qualitative research proficiency, including content and thematic analysis, case studies and rudimentary survey design.
- Basic quantitative statistical evaluation, including experience with, regression analysis, diagnostics, significance testing and analysis of variance.
- Advanced expertise on topics of American and international politics.
Timeline
Research Assistant
Division Of Governmental Studies And Services
2023.05 - 2024.05
Teaching Assistant
Washington State University
2022.08 - 2023.05
Banquet and Restaurant Server
Pillar Rock Grill
2021.07 - 2022.07
Market Research Intern
Cascade Organic Flour
2020.12 - 2021.04
United States Congressional Internship
United States House Of Representatives
2019.05 - 2019.08
Thomas Foley Intern
Foley Institute - Washington State University
2018.12 - 2020.05
Master of Arts - Political Science
Washington State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Washington State University
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