Ella Knight
Washington DC
Summary
To be determined
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Captain
IEA Riding Team
Chevy Chase
09.2024 - Current
- Executed Coach's delegated tasks to ensure optimal performance.
- Facilitated team meetings to enhance efficiency, focusing on teamwork and collaboration.
- Coordinated team-building events to strengthen relationships.
- Communicated critical information to team members promptly.
- Supported and motivated the team during competitive events.
Lesson Assistant/Summer Camp Counselor
Meadowbrook Stables
Chevy Chase
06.2022 - Current
- Lead and teach horsemanship lessons for students
- Help instructors manage and organize students and activities
- Share information and communicate with parents about upcoming events
- Volunteer in community service programs for children without access to horses
Earthwatch Research Volunteer
Earthwatch, Southwest Research Station
Portal
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted field research on climate change effects on small forest owls in Chiricahua Mountains.
- Collaborated with researchers to survey owl populations and assess habitat conditions.
- Identified, measured, and recorded data on owl habitats to support conservation efforts.
- Monitored owl nests to track reproductive success and population dynamics.
- Captured and banded owls for identification and tracking purposes.
- Participated in initial training sessions on net setup and owl call identification.
Capitol Hill Intern
Representative David Rouzer (NC-07)
Washington DC
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Researched climate-change induced erosion impacts on coastal communities and drafted legislative proposal.
- Took notes during senate hearings to document key discussions and decisions.
- Provided support by answering constituent and organization phone calls.
- Maintained accurate records by logging phone calls and voicemails in office system.
- Sorted letters to constituents for efficient correspondence.
- Facilitated mail transport between offices for prompt delivery.
- Developed comprehensive contact sheet for aligned offices through outreach efforts.
- Engaged with legislative staff to exchange insights on various viewpoints.
Leadership and Marine Biology Student
National Student Leadership Counsel Program
Miami
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Attended leadership lectures focused on active listening, communication, and team building techniques.
- Engaged in activities designed to enhance leadership capabilities.
- Engaged in lectures and field trips to explore the human impact on marine ecosystems
- Participated in hands-on Marine Biology labs to gain practical experience.
- Developed confidence in networking and meeting new individuals.
Volunteer
Garfield Elementary School
Springfield
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Supported teachers in managing classroom activities for 3rd grade students.
- Organized and facilitated engaging activities to enhance student learning.
- Designed bulletin boards and arranged classroom materials to provide a fun and engaging classroom environment
- Mentored students in math skills through participation in math-centered activities
Education
The Madeira School
McLean, VA06-2026
Skills
- Canva and PowerPoint
- Note-taking and email management
- Document organization
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Peer mentoring
- Community engagement
- Team collaboration
- Community outreach
- Show jumping
- Advanced horsemanship skills
Activities and Awards
- IEA Riding Team - Team Captain
- IEA Regional Qualifier, WTC and JV Novice Divisions
- IEA Regional Sportsmanship Award
- IEA Regional High Point Earner, WTC and JV Novice Divisions
- Meadowbrook Equestrian Show Team - competing in local MHSA, USEF, USHJA-rated shows
- Madeira Swing Sister - New Student Mentor
- "The Spectator" Newspaper - Layout Design
- Madeira School Spirit Committee
- Student Ambassador for the Dean of Teaching and Learning
- Varsity Lacrosse
- JV Basketball
- Madeira Equestrian Team
- Best Buddies Club
- Red Cross Club
- Wavus Camp - Jefferson, Maine, canoe-camping trip along 130 miles of the Allagash River, through Class II and III rapids
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Earthwatch Research Volunteer
Earthwatch, Southwest Research Station
06.2025 - 07.2025
Capitol Hill Intern
Representative David Rouzer (NC-07)
01.2025 - 02.2025
Team Captain
IEA Riding Team
09.2024 - Current
Leadership and Marine Biology Student
National Student Leadership Counsel Program
06.2024 - 06.2024
Volunteer
Garfield Elementary School
08.2023 - 09.2023
Lesson Assistant/Summer Camp Counselor
Meadowbrook Stables
06.2022 - Current
The Madeira School