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MADISON HECKER

Summary

Highly motivated student-athlete and psychology major with minors in criminal justice and Spanish, maintaining a 3.97 GPA. Skilled in time management, collaboration, organization, and interpersonal communication with experience gained through academic coursework and research, study abroad experience, and volunteer work. Proven leadership skills, developed through the completion of the FBI National Academy Associates Youth Leadership Academy. Completed a highly competitive FBI internship conducting investigative research in a real-world investigative environment, supported by Force Science experience in synthesizing complex research findings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Honors Intern

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
Milwaukee, WI
06.2026 - Current

VC-2 | Supervisor: Nick Pottratz (515)-320-5804

  • Conducted investigative research in law enforcement databases, enhancing suspect identification and supporting case development.
  • Created identification cards and entered case information into an official case management system, contributing to organized, searchable documentation for team-wide use.
  • Documented and photographed physical evidence.
  • Drafted written reports and supporting documents for agents, translating investigative findings into usable case materials.

Bartender

Valley High Golf Club
Houston, MN
08.2025 - 11.2025

Seasonal: $12 per hour | Supervisor: Jarrett Johnsgaard (507)-459-6599

  • Mixed and served a variety of beverages to club members and guests, enhancing customer experience with friendly service.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area throughout shifts.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies, ensuring smooth shift transitions and uninterrupted service.
  • Collaborated with a team of 2-3 staff members to ensure efficient service.
  • Effectively multitasked within a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Intern

Force Science
06.2025 - 09.2025

Summer Internship: $20 per hour | Supervisor: Nicole Florisi (928)-910-6110

  • Developed six instructor reference guides from published Force Science research, improving the consistency of law enforcement training by standardizing delivery of experimental findings in a classroom setting.
  • Critically evaluated published research by comparing methodologies, findings, and limitations, ensuring training materials reflected current evidence and clearly communicated the strengths and limitations of the research.
  • Analyzed data and stated key findings, improving the clarity of instructional content.

Server

Conway Farms Golf Club
Lake Forest, IL
05.2024 - 09.2024

Halfway House Attendant: Seasonal: $16 per hour | Supervisor: Eric Johnson (308)-293-6409

  • Efficiently prepared and served food and beverages to clients.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers to promote repeat business.
  • Worked with other coworkers to maintain a clean and organized environment.
  • Assisted in serving and bussing at weddings, group events, and major golf outings, working well under pressure in fast-paced settings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Spanish

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Warren Township High School
Gurnee, IL
05-2023

Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Organization and time management
  • Independent initiative and dependable
  • Adaptability under pressure
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Effective communication and empathetic listening
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Research design and execution
  • Multi-source database research and identity verification
  • Quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis
  • Spanish: intermediate level for reading and writing
  • Technologically proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and social media platforms

Accomplishments

  • FBI National Academy Association (FBINAA) Youth Leadership Academy Graduate in Quantico, VA, Summer 2022
  • Internship at Force Science, Summer 2025
  • Honors Intern at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Summer 2026

Volunteer Experience

• Feed My Starving Children in Libertyville, IL (2019-2023)

-Collaborated with a team to package nutritious meals for children in third world countries. I oversaw the clock during meal-packing sessions to maintain an efficient, fast-paced workflow.

• Freedom Farm for Vets in Wadsworth, IL (2015-2024)

-Provided therapeutic services to veterans including caring for animals on the farm, writing personalized letters, planting vegetables in the garden to supply fresh produce, and delivering roses to brighten their day.

• Wafer Food Drive in La Crosse, WI (Fall 2023, Fall 2024, Fall 2025)

-Distributed donation bags to community members and collected filled bags containing canned goods for the local food pantry.

• Hixon 50k La Crosse, WI (Fall 2023, Fall 2024, Fall 2025)

-Handed out food and water to runners at designated aid stations. My role during volunteering was the communication liaison, serving as the point of contact between the aid station and race officials, reporting updates, emergencies, and supply shortages.

• Letters of Love Club at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse (2025, 2026)

-Create/design cards for children in hospitals around the United States

Timeline

Honors Intern

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
06.2026 - Current

Bartender

Valley High Golf Club
08.2025 - 11.2025

Intern

Force Science
06.2025 - 09.2025

Server

Conway Farms Golf Club
05.2024 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Spanish

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

High School Diploma -

Warren Township High School
MADISON HECKER