Dillon Frost
Carrboro,NC
Summary
Dedicated political science and environmental studies student with a strong commitment to social justice and equity. Equipped with a robust academic background and practical experience in policy implementation and advocacy. Key skills include conducting comprehensive research, analyzing data, and formulating informed policy recommendations. Passionate about leveraging knowledge and skills to drive meaningful societal change.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Organized a student advisory board for project development.
- Coordinated collaboration with partner organizations.
- Assisted in data collection and organization.
Engagement Intern
Greater Greater Washington
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Researched and presented transportation-related policy issues to policymakers.
- Helped plan and organize the National Week Without Driving in D.C.
- Wrote and sent out daily and weekly emails, as well as blog posts.
Fellow
The Roosevelt Network
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Received the Roosevelt in Washington fellowship and was placed in a progressive policy internship in D.C.
- Completed a bootcamp in careers in policy.
- Wrote an op-ed on single-family zoning in California.
Intern
Operation Restoration
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Organized data and created spreadsheets on Excel.
- Assisted directly with locals in need of communal bail fund support.
- Assisted in planning and executing community outreach programs to enhance local engagement.
Research Assistant
The Trans Resilience Project
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Constructed a mission statement and project website.
- Participated in project meetings, contributing insights and updates on research progress and challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Environmental Studies
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05-2025
High School Diploma -
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
San Juan Capistrano, CA06-2021
Skills
- Data collection and analysis
- Project coordination
- Research methodologies
- Literature review
- Community outreach
- Policy research
- ArcGIS
- STATA
Timeline
Research Assistant
Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science
10.2024 - 05.2025
Engagement Intern
Greater Greater Washington
06.2024 - 08.2024
Fellow
The Roosevelt Network
03.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Operation Restoration
07.2023 - 09.2023
Research Assistant
The Trans Resilience Project
08.2022 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Environmental Studies
Tulane University
High School Diploma -
St. Margaret's Episcopal School