Kieran O'Connell
West Long Branch
Summary
Seeking a full-time position in the Political Science or Public Policy sector.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Reform Intern
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
Philadelphia, PA
01.2025 - 04.2026
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Prepared reports summarizing policy findings, informing my team of important trends and patterns.
- Tracked policies regarding the Chicago Statement, Institutional Neutrality, and any proposed policies related to FIRE
- Created numerous policy sweeps for various colleges, which involved compiling all policies that may restrict free speech and thought.
Intern
Stand Together Fellowships
Remote
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Applied principles of a free society to real-world problems, leading to developing and working on a self-guided "capstone project".
- Focus on discovering personal strengths, career mapping, and building a network
Server
Jacks Goaline Stand
Long Branch, NJ
06.2025 - Current
- Delivered high-quality service in a busy restaurant setting
- Consistently ensuring a positive guest experience
- Served food and drink orders while managing several tables at once.
Server
Baseline Social
Oceanport, NJ
05.2024 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment
- Ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Took and delivered accurate food and beverage orders,
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously
Manager
Playa Bowls
Oakhurst, NJ
06.2019 - 05.2024
- Trained new employees and led them through the starting process
- Kept track of sales and managed money for the store.
- Maintained friendly and professional relationships with co-workers and customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Public Policy
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2026
High School - undefined
Shore Regional High School
West Long Branch, NJ06.2022
Skills
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Proficient Writer
- Ability to work with others effectively
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Server
Jacks Goaline Stand
06.2025 - Current
Policy Reform Intern
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
01.2025 - 04.2026
Intern
Stand Together Fellowships
01.2025 - 04.2025
Server
Baseline Social
05.2024 - Current
Manager
Playa Bowls
06.2019 - 05.2024
High School - undefined
Shore Regional High School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Public Policy
University of Delaware