Kaitlyn M. Flynn
Washington,D.C.
Summary
Insightful professional in political analysis known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in policy analysis, qualitative research, and statistical evaluation. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving to deliver impactful insights and strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst Intern - Indo-Pacific Regional Cooperation Team
Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Washington, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Analyzed trends impacting Southeast Asia’s political and financial frameworks
- Researched and drafted articles on Chinese political and economic influence in Southeast Asia
- Worked with colleagues to compile and examine data regarding the choice of internal and external security providers in Southeast Asia.
Cashier/Maintenance/Bakery Associate
Wegmans
Depew, USA
02.2017 - Current
- Fostered strong customer relationships with approachable and courteous communication
- Acquired expertise in production techniques for the entire product range
- Coordinated with leadership on refining inventory and marketing initiatives
Intern for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, Office of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands
U.S. Department of State
Washington, USA
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Drafted and edited preparatory documents for the Deputy Secretary of State-led US-Papua New Guinea Strategic Partnership Dialogue
- Organized and coordinated an interdepartmental team for the implementation of action items from the US-PNG Strategic Partnership Dialogue
- Prepared briefing materials for and acted as a control officer for the Federated States of Micronesia at Presidential level meetings during the 79th United Nations General Assembly
- Organized and attended over 15 State Department and interagency consultations for the US Ambassador Nominee to the Solomon Islands
- Analyzed Chinese economic and political influence in the Pacific Islands & Australia
Graduate Research Assistant for Dr. Jieun Baek
Yale University
Virtual/Remote Work
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted research and compiled data on 9 North Korean provinces
- Analyzed the social, economic, geographical, military, and cultural differences between 40+ different North Korean provinces, towns, and cities
- Collected and compiled data on North Korean defections across the DMZ, U.S
- Intelligence agencies' inaccurate predictions of North Korea's collapse, and historical & current maps of the Korean peninsula
Research Intern
Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training
Virtual/Remote Work
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Edited 15 oral transcriptions, drafted tweets for the organization's page, and researched to draft a lesson plan on the impact of American diplomacy
- Researched historical events to draft articles on diplomatic moments in history
- Pulled and compiled excerpts from over 100 U.S. diplomats on their experiences in Afghanistan
Office Intern
Congressman Brian Higgins
Buffalo, USA
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Drafted press 15+ releases, extension of remarks, and letters of support weekly
- Assisted constituents with any expressed concerns and directed them to the proper case workers daily
- Researched and compiled materials on veterans within the constituency on a weekly basis
Undergraduate Political Science Teaching Assistant
State University of New York at Buffalo
Buffalo, USA
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Acted as a point of reference and guidance for students in a Comparative Foreign Policies class and Introduction to International Relations class
- Conducted an in-depth research project on Russian disinformation campaigns in Africa to present to the class
Volunteer
Journey's End Refugee Service Inc.
Buffalo, USA
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted with three (3) food pantries and one (1) refugee apartment resettlement setup
- Worked with other volunteers to teach a beginner-level English class 3 days a week
Undergraduate Political Science Research Assistant
State University of New York at Buffalo
Buffalo, USA
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted research for biases and fake information in global news sources about the war in Ukraine
- Collected, compiled, and verified data from a large number of sources
- Assisted in analysis and relevant calculations of data
Education
Master of Science - Foreign Service
Georgetown University
Washington, D.C.05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Global Affairs Major, Korean Minor
University at Buffalo, the State University of New York
Buffalo, NY05.2023
Skills
- Intermediate Korean Proficiency
- Statistical software: Stata, Rstudio
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Political & economic analysis
- Database management
- Intelligence analysis
- Organization & time management
- Briefing skills
Honors And Publications
- Contributor: Baek, Jieun. Hidden Discontent: Unraveling North Korean Elites' Grievances and their Potential for Regime Instability. Yale University Press, Forthcoming (tentative title)
- Contributor: Anderson, Collin. Comparative Politics in the 21st Century. Kendall Hunt Publishing, 2022
- Contributor: Anderson, Collin. Big Politics in Little Europe. Forthcoming
- Robert H. Stern Undergraduate Essay Prize - "The Evolution of Russian Foreign Policy & the Military."
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - South Korea ETA Alternate (03/23)
- Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society - Rho Tau Chapter
- University at Buffalo Political Science Department College Ambassador (02/22 - 05/23)
Leadership Experience
- President, Model European Union Club: University at Buffalo (08/20 - 05/23)
- Vice President, Political Science Undergraduate SA: University at Buffalo (05/22 - 05/23)
Accomplishments
Contributor
- Baek, Jieun. Hidden Discontent: Unraveling North Korean Elites’ Grievances and their Potential for Regime Instability. Yale University Press, Forthcoming (tentative title)
- Anderson, Collin. Comparative Politics in the 21st Century. Kendall Hunt Publishing, 2022
- Anderson, Collin. Big Politics in Little Europe. Forthcoming
Awards
- Robert H. Stern Undergraduate Essay Prize (May 2023) - "The Evolution of Russian Foreign Policy & the Military."
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program – South Korea ETA Alternate (March 2023)
- Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society - Rho Tau Chapter
- University at Buffalo Political Science Department College Ambassador (Feb. 2022 – May 2023 )
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Analyst Intern - Indo-Pacific Regional Cooperation Team
Australian Strategic Policy Institute
01.2025 - Current
Intern for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, Office of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands
U.S. Department of State
08.2024 - 11.2024
Graduate Research Assistant for Dr. Jieun Baek
Yale University
06.2024 - 08.2024
Office Intern
Congressman Brian Higgins
09.2022 - 01.2023
Undergraduate Political Science Teaching Assistant
State University of New York at Buffalo
08.2022 - 12.2022
Research Intern
Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training
05.2022 - 03.2023
Volunteer
Journey's End Refugee Service Inc.
05.2022 - 12.2022
Undergraduate Political Science Research Assistant
State University of New York at Buffalo
03.2022 - 12.2022
Cashier/Maintenance/Bakery Associate
Wegmans
02.2017 - Current
Master of Science - Foreign Service
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Arts - Global Affairs Major, Korean Minor
University at Buffalo, the State University of New York
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