Griffin Fill
New Canaan,Connecticut
Summary
Political Science major with a broad knowledge base that excels in analysis and critical thinking. Passionate about research, writing, and global affairs. Strong work ethic and high attention to detail. Thrives in collaborative environments and eager to contribute skills to a team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Writer
Institute for Humane Studies
02.2025 - Current
Working to meet on-demand writing needs, with a focus on presenting materials written by IHS scholars like Ilya Somin to donors.
Research Intern
Hudson Institute
01.2024 - 02.2025
Worked in the South and Central Asia Center to write articles, compile reports, and complete research assignments. Drafted and edited the insertions for the second edition of Dr. Aparna Pande's book: "Explaining Pakistan's Foreign Policy."
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Middlebury College
01.2024
Skills
- Experienced Editor
- Thorough Researcher
- Proficient in Stata & R
- Expert Report Writer
- Skilled in Microsoft Office
- Knowledgeable in Arabic
- Highly attentive to Detail
Academic Honors
- Middlebury College Dean's List
Leadership Positions
- Research Director, Model UN
- Eagle Scout
Fellowships and Programs
- 2023 Hudson Institute Political Studies Fellowship
- Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center SABLA Arabic Program
- Middlebury Languages Academies Arabic Program
Special Projects
- History Editor: The Vital Center Magazine
Helped found and edit submissions for The Vital Center, a centrist publication for politics, philosophy, and culture.
- 30-Day Research Project at the Dubai World Expo
Produced a 48-page research paper on the 2020 Expo as an exercise in soft power, based on visits to national pavilions & interviews with officials.
- Op-Ed Contributor: Middlebury Campus
Wrote and edited Op-Eds on issues like free speech and institutional neutrality.
- Founder: Current Events Café
Created and ran a weekly club dedicated to discussing politics and international relations. Hosted speakers, including Congressman Jim Himes and several corporate executives.
Timeline
Contract Writer
Institute for Humane Studies
02.2025 - Current
Research Intern
Hudson Institute
01.2024 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Middlebury College
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