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Graham Coughlan

The Plains,VA

Summary

A Government & International Politics student committed to an ultimate Law degree. Prepared to implement diverse skill sets, technical proficiencies and offer new perspectives to leadership personnel. Excellent computer skills to troubleshoot technical issues and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and design software including AutoCAD

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Operations Assistant

Tax SERV LLC
McLean, VA
  • Full time internship, responsible for address research, database management, mail proofing, and various other tasks at a tax collection agency.

Groundskeeper

Hawk’s Nest Farm
The Plains, VA
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Responsible for independent ground management of the Hawks’ Nest Farm, including but not limited to mowing, line trimming, pruning, and weeding.

Bartender & Busser

Old Bust Head Brewery
Nokesville, VA
  • Part-time (during school year), approximately 15 hours a week, responsible for taking patrons' dirty glasses; cleaning and preparing tables for the next patrons; and washing glassware
  • In February, trained as a bartender, with responsibilities in serving beer, socializing with patrons, and replacing kegs.

Education

Government & International Politics, BA -

George Mason University, Honors College
02.2024

Advanced Diploma -

Kettle Run High School
05.2023

Laurel Ridge Community College
05.2023

Skills

  • Recordkeeping
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Operational Reporting
  • Document Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Policy Writing
  • Professional and Friendly
  • Team Oriented
  • Can-Do Attitude

It Proficiencies

  • PowerPoint
  • Office Suite
  • Photo editing
  • SPSS Statistics
  • AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Asset Information Management software

Awards

  • 2023 Fall Dean’s List, Awarded for a 4.0 GPA.
  • Fauquier County School Board Recognition, Given by the FCPS1 School Board in recognition of the stellar performance of the leadership of the Model UN Club during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • AP Scholar with Distinction, Awarded both in the 2022 and 2023 year. Given to students who have scored an average of 3.5 on all AP exams ever taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five of these.
  • AP Capstone Diploma & AP Seminar and Research Certificate, Given to students who score 3 or higher in the rigorous AP Research and AP Seminar classes, and 3 or higher in four other AP classes. AP Seminar and Research Certificate for passing both AP exams for the respective classes. Additional specific recognition given to this individual by the school for the rarity of perfect scores on both exams.
  • A Honor Roll, Awarded for every year in high school for maintaining A’s in every class.

Extracurricular Activities

Historian of Allied War Memorial Planning Committee, 01/01/23, PRESENT, As historian of the joint American Legion-Royal British Legion committee, responsible for any research concerning the erection of an allied war memorial in Middleburg, Virginia. 

President of National Honors Society, 08/01/22, 05/31/23, Accepted as a member following a rigorous selection process and induction that recognized scholarship, service, and leadership. Following year was elected by fellow members to lead the club, directing volunteer projects such as Stuff the Bus, Project Linus, and an Easter Egg hunt. 

Founder and President of Debate Club, 08/01/19, 05/31/23, Founded and presided over the Kettle Run High School Debate Club freshman year before its inevitable disbandment when COVID-19 preemptively shut down the school. Reestablished Senior year with large new membership and success. 

Teaching Assistant in Government Class, 08/01/23, 12/31/23, Following completion as highest grade of AP Government class, helped with instruction of students in a US government class, including designing several large and interactive projects. 

Operations Manager of Model UN Club, 08/01/22, 05/31/23, Operations Manager (Secretary in 2021-2022) of the Kettle Run High School Model UN Club, responsible for directing general club operations, and assuring fluidity of club activities. 

Tutor of National English Honors Society, 08/01/22, 05/31/23, Accepted on the basis of an application and interview and on recognition of achievement in language, literature, and general composition. After training was received, verified as a tutor for the English center. Participated in volunteer activities like trunk-or-treat, elementary school reading night, and Reading Buddies.

Timeline

Groundskeeper

Hawk’s Nest Farm
08.2021 - 06.2022

Operations Assistant

Tax SERV LLC

Bartender & Busser

Old Bust Head Brewery

Government & International Politics, BA -

George Mason University, Honors College

Advanced Diploma -

Kettle Run High School

Laurel Ridge Community College
Graham Coughlan