Katherine Ellison
Tokyo,,Japan
Summary
MSc graduate of the London School of Economics and Political Science, dual-departmental degree in Theory and History of International Relations.
Focused on the intersection of the digital age and international relations: how emerging technology is reshaping state behavior, penetrating global institutions, and driving strategic competition in the new technological order. Particular emphasis on defense innovation, AI, and data ethics, and U.S.-China technological rivalry viewed through both historical and contemporary lenses.
Degree was dual-departmental by design. Understanding current and future policies requires the historical perspectives and nuances that inform them.
Relocated to Tokyo, spring 2026 (J-Find visa).
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
University of Miami Office of Disability Services
Miami, United States
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assisted students with disabilities academically throughout the semester.
Intern
ChemDirect
Green Bay, United States
06.2022 - 03.2023
ChemDirect executives had a thesis that aggregating EPA permit holders into an organized digital network would facilitate the recovery and remediation of chemicals that were burned or deep-welled. The environmental impact of spent chemicals represents an estimated 40% of Ozone depletion worldwide. My specific responsibilities included:
- Research EPA Part A and Part B permit details. Identify what regulatory differences exist in permit types. Research and catalogue the permit holders on a national level.
- Organize data into regional clusters, identify and catalogue core chemicals that the permit holders currently recover and store.
- Clearly present findings from data analysis tasks to non-technical colleagues and executive team.
Education
Master of Science - Theory And History of International Relations
The London School of Economics
London, United Kingdom12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy/Logic, Business-Law, Political Science
University of Miami
Miami, U.S.A - Graduated With Honors, 3.9 GPA05.2024
Skills
- Strategic Analysis & Complex Problem Solving
- AI Policy & Ethics Familiarity
- US-China Historical and Geo-strategic Insights
- International Security & Tech Governance
- Policy Writing & Complex Research Synthesis
- Public Speaking & Stakeholder Communication
- Cross-Cultural Collaboration
- Basic Data Interpretation & Literacy (SQL, dashboards)
Accomplishments
- Graduated Honors Cum Laude from the University of Miami
- Four time Provost's Honor Roll Award at the University of Miami
- Two Time President's and Provost's Honor Roll Award at the University of Miami
- Dean's List Award at the University of Miami
- Nominated and Inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa National Honors Society
Organizations
- The Grimshaw Club for International Relations Sep 2024 - Dec 2025
- The War Studies Society Sep 2024 - Dec 2025
- Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity Aug 2022 - May 2024
- Phi Beta Kappa National Honors Society May 2024 - Present
Languages
English
Native
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Intermediate (B1)
Affiliations
- Sport, Playing Violin and Guitar, Pottery, Learning Code
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer
University of Miami Office of Disability Services
08.2023 - 12.2023
Intern
ChemDirect
06.2022 - 03.2023
Master of Science - Theory And History of International Relations
The London School of Economics
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy/Logic, Business-Law, Political Science
University of Miami