Malcolm Stratton
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic college student planning to graduate in Fall 2025. Seeking to utilize my advanced writing skills and critical thinking capabilities to make a positive impact in your company. Skilled in advanced problem-solving and equipped to handle language barriers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
United States Department of the State
08.2025 - Current
Diplomacy Lab Course Internship through Virginia Tech
- Collaborated with 20+ students & two other universities
- Research on China's GSI, GDI, & GCI developments in Pacific Islands
- Recommendations to DoS Contacts on future U.S. involvement
Cashier
Harris Teeter Grocery Store
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Passed multiple Virginia BARS compliance checks
- Honored by Harris Teeter corporate office as an excellent employee after performances on mystery shopper evaluations
- Managed a substantial amount of customers in an efficient manner with a positive attitude
Cook
Albie's Pizza
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Trained new foreign employees under VISA work programs
- Navigated heavy language barriers
- Filled in for any role needed in the restaurant (cook, server, cashier)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Virginia Tech
12-2025
High School Diploma -
Kempsville High School
06-2023
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA05-2023
Skills
- Cross-cultural communication
- Policy analysis
- Public speaking
- Advanced writing
Certification
- WISE Financial Literacy
- NRF Customer Service
- Workplace Readiness
- Microsoft Word & Powerpoint 365
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Intern
United States Department of the State
08.2025 - Current
Cashier
Harris Teeter Grocery Store
05.2023 - 08.2024
Cook
Albie's Pizza
03.2021 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Kempsville High School
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Tidewater Community College
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Virginia Tech
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