Cassandra Gelston
Sewell,NJ
Summary
Graduating Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Environmental Policy shows my strong academic foundation. I am passionate about environmental advocacy. By applying my skills in communication and legislative research at the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters, I was able to garner public support for state-level legislation. As a policy lead for Climate Revolution, I demonstrated my commitment and tenacity in advancing environmental causes. I am eager to bring my research and analytical skills, legislative experience, and dedication to excellence to law school.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy and Campaigns Intern
New Jersey League of Conservation Voters
06.2024 - Current
- Deepened knowledge of state-level policy relating to the environment and public health
- Compiled research data into organized reports summarizing findings
- Drafted letters to legislators expressing the organization's position on key issues
- Provided support for advocacy efforts
Policy Lead
Climate Revolution Action Network
10.2023 - Current
- Improved their policy initiatives by applying research and analytical skills to critique potential legislation
- Wrote and developed an Op-Ed for NJ collegiate newspapers
- Attended senate committee meetings
Brownfield Project in Newark, NJ
Rutgers University/BASF Corporation
Newark, USA
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with fellow students on a research team, performed economic feasibility study for rehabilitation and repurposing project of BASF’s brownfield site in Newark, NJ
- Presented a comprehensive report to the BASF corporation
Study Abroad Student
An Exploration of Biodiversity and Conservation
Patagonia, Argentina
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Conducted research on water conservation techniques
- Facilitated in data collection of flora and fauna
- Developed comprehensive report of findings
Shift Lead
Philly Pretzel Factory
Sewell, USA
05.2018 - 10.2024
- Key holder, cashier, trained new employees, responsible for the cash drop at the end of the night
Hostess
Ugly Dumpling
Edison, USA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Served as host and cashier for a high-volume community restaurant
Education
B.S. - Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2024
A.S. - Business Administration
Rowan College of South Jersey
Sewell, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Legal Research
- Detail-oriented
- Report writing
- Data collection and analysis
- Public speaking
- MS applications
- Time management
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Students For Environmental Awareness
- Club Soccer
Timeline
Policy and Campaigns Intern
New Jersey League of Conservation Voters
06.2024 - Current
Policy Lead
Climate Revolution Action Network
10.2023 - Current
Hostess
Ugly Dumpling
08.2023 - 05.2024
Study Abroad Student
An Exploration of Biodiversity and Conservation
01.2023 - 01.2023
Brownfield Project in Newark, NJ
Rutgers University/BASF Corporation
12.2022 - 05.2023
Shift Lead
Philly Pretzel Factory
05.2018 - 10.2024
B.S. - Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior
Rutgers University
A.S. - Business Administration
Rowan College of South Jersey
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