Daniela Rios
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
As a first-generation South American Latina, my personal experiences have shaped my deep commitment to advocacy, public policy, and law. I am responsible, self-motivated, and have excellent time management skills. I’m currently on a pre-law track and am gaining valuable experience through the External Vice President’s Office on the State Relations and Lobbying Team, as well as the Pre-Law Litigation Club, where I’m expanding my legal skills and policy knowledge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Researcher
UCLA Pre Law Litigation Club
Los Angeles, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Conduct in-depth analysis of business, civil, and criminal law principles.
- Evaluate constitutional protections and legal procedures to ensure compliance and due process.
- Interpret and apply statutes, case law, and legal precedents to real-world scenarios.
- Develop and enhance critical thinking skills to assess legal arguments and problem-solve complex legal issues.
- Analyze judicial decisions and legislative developments to understand their impact on legal frameworks.
UCLA EVP State Relations and Lobbying
UCLA Undergraduate Students Association Council
Los Angeles, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Engage with state legislators, government officials, and advocacy groups to promote student interests.
- Monitor and analyze state legislation affecting UCLA students, higher education, and public policy.
- Develop long-term advocacy goals and priorities in alignment with the EVP Office’s values.
Public Policy School Intern
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Dedicated 10 hours per week to learning and advocating for policies affecting California community college students.
- Developed strategic messaging and lobbying skills to influence policy decisions effectively.
- Conducted workshops to educate the lobby group delegation on policy issues and advocacy techniques.
- Built and maintained relationships with policymakers and community leaders through networking efforts.
- Prepared for and participated in the FACCC Advocacy & Policy Conference in Sacramento, through lobbying policymakers.
Public Policy School Representative
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Responsible for liaising between the public policy interns, advisors, and the student government.
- I attended student government senate meetings as a voting member.
- Assisted other student government representatives and organizations by providing policy analysis, strategic guidance, and advocacy support for initiatives that impact the wider student body.
Service Manager
Chipotle
San Jose, CA
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Ensured that excellent-tasting and high-quality food was served.
- Resolving customer incidents and working to ensure positive customer experiences.
- Facilitated breaks, shift changes, addressed performance challenges, and provided cross-training for crew and rising service managers.
- Managed office tasks, including banking operations, cash handling procedures, and document processing.
- Resolved technical issues with back of house computers and POS systems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2026
Associate of Arts - Political Science
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA06-2024
Skills
- Legal research and writing
- Public speaking
- Policy and legislative analysis
- Lobbying
- Grassroots organizing
Accomplishments
- Honor Student - De Anza College - Jun 2024
- Student Leadership Award - Vasconcellos Institute of Democracy in Action (VIDA) · Jun 2024
Certification
- Leadership and Social Change Certificate De Anza College - Jun 2024
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Researcher
UCLA Pre Law Litigation Club
02.2025 - Current
UCLA EVP State Relations and Lobbying
UCLA Undergraduate Students Association Council
09.2024 - Current
Public Policy School Intern
De Anza College
09.2023 - 06.2024
Public Policy School Representative
De Anza College
09.2023 - 06.2024
Service Manager
Chipotle
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Leadership and Social Change Certificate De Anza College - Jun 2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Political Science
De Anza College
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