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- Volunteer Work
Francis Thakuria
Arlington,MA
Summary
Driven and enthusiastic graduate student at Villanova University with strong experience performing administrative work, field organizing, leadership, research, constituent services, and data entry, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Communications from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Sound knowledge of all aspects of political process. Works effectively independently, thrives in collaborative environments. Excellent customer service skills. Highly innovative, collaborative, and resourceful with excellent critical thinking abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Constituent Services Intern
Senator Elizabeth Warren Springfield Office
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Engage with constituents from an underrepresented community bringing their issues to the office
- Write inquiries and communicate with various government agencies to aid constituents
- Log casework and respond to constituent calls and mail through government databases such as VOICE
President
College Democrats, University of Massachusetts Amherst
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Exhibit leadership of my executive board through agenda setting, requiring exceptional organizational skills
- Organize and lead weekly meetings consisting of dozens of students with differing interests and opinions
- Building relationships with federal and local offices and campaigns, other student organizations, and the university
- Oversee events such as town halls, canvassing trips, protests, and many others
Immigration Intern
Senator Edward J. Markey Boston Office
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Write inquiries sent to government agencies regarding constituent’s immigration cases
- Engage with constituents who brought their problems or concerns to the office over phone, mail, or in person
- Log casework, press clips involving the Senator, or constituent’s calls or mail through various databases
- Assist with logistics of meetings or events the Senator or his staff attended
Server and Doorman
Grendel’s Den Restaurant and Bar
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Provide table service to sections of a dozen tables at a time through interpersonal and enthusiastic service
- Prepare and distribute alcoholic beverages, requiring intuitive service and situational awareness
- Check identification at the door, visualant of capacity, and handles disputes when appropriate
Field Organizing Internship
Elizabeth Warren For Senate 2024 Campaign
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Calling hundreds of people per week, asking if they’d volunteer through fostering connection
- Assisting in event coordination and in person interaction through canvassing events
- Create and organize substantial amounts of demographic data that would create call lists
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Political Science, Secondary Communications
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA01-2026
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Powerpoint, Word, and Excel
- Proficient in Google Office products, including Docs, Slides, and Sheets
- Advanced skills in sales and cold calling, including tabling and phone-banking
- Natural leadership qualities coupled with experience running an organization
- Proficient knowledge in VAN, VOICE, and other software relating to government
- Exceptional customer service
- Varsity Soccer, Tennis, Indoor Track letters in high school, avid fan of soccer, basketball, and football
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
Interests
Timeline
Constituent Services Intern
Senator Elizabeth Warren Springfield Office
01.2026 - 05.2026
President
College Democrats, University of Massachusetts Amherst
08.2025 - 05.2026
Immigration Intern
Senator Edward J. Markey Boston Office
06.2025 - 08.2025
Server and Doorman
Grendel’s Den Restaurant and Bar
05.2025 - 08.2025
Field Organizing Internship
Elizabeth Warren For Senate 2024 Campaign
09.2024 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Political Science, Secondary Communications
University of Massachusetts Amherst