Matthew Messina
Silver Springs
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in data analysis and community engagement. Experienced in conducting research and presenting findings effectively. Committed to leveraging analytical skills to inform strategic community initiatives.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
State University of New York at Geneseo
Geneseo
01.2025 - Current
- Conducting political science research under the supervision of Dr. Nicholas Palumbo of the Psychology Department aims to understand student civic engagement throughout the SUNY system.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for various studies.
- Prepared research materials and maintained organized documentation.
- Collaborated with faculty on experimental design and methodology.
- Presented research findings at departmental meetings and forums.
- Utilized statistical software for data interpretation and reporting.
Geneseo Town Republican Committee Member
Livingston County
Geneseo
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to develop strategic plans for local initiatives.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss policies and community concerns effectively.
- Engaged with residents to gather input on local governance and policies.
- Analyzed community needs through surveys and public forums for informed decision-making.
Legal Intern
Neighboorhood Legal Services
Buffalo
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted oppositional research on opposing counsel and their clients.
- Attended client meetings to take notes and gather information.
- Assisted attorneys in case management and file organization.
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for client cases.
- I attended court with lawyers.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
Intern
TurnUp Activism
Boston
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated volunteer schedules to ensure adequate support during campaigns.
- Developed promotional materials to raise awareness of activism efforts.
- Conducted research on local issues to inform advocacy strategies and messaging.
Campaign Intern
United States Congress
Rochester
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Utilized the software VoteBuilder and VAN to statistically engage with voters.
- Conducted research on legislative issues to support staff and constituents.
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events for local constituents.
Campaign Intern
New York State Senate
Syracuse
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Utilized VoteBuilder and Van to statistically analyze and engage with voters.
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events for local constituents.
- Created and updated informational materials for public education campaigns.
- Conducted research on legislative issues to support staff and constituents.
- Attended meetings to take notes and summarize key discussion points.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Public Administration
SUNY At Geneseo
Geneseo12-2026
Skills
- Research methodology
- Data analysis
- Community engagement
- Public speaking
- Legislative research
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Legal drafting
- Strategic planning
- Experiment development
- Database searches
Affiliations
- American Red Cross
- Livingston Cares
Certification
- CPR, New York State Mandated Reporter, ICS-100, ICS-700, NIMS Certified
Timeline
Legal Intern
Neighboorhood Legal Services
07.2025 - 09.2025
Intern
TurnUp Activism
06.2025 - 08.2025
Undergraduate Research Assistant
State University of New York at Geneseo
01.2025 - Current
Geneseo Town Republican Committee Member
Livingston County
09.2024 - Current
Campaign Intern
United States Congress
09.2024 - 11.2024
Campaign Intern
New York State Senate
09.2024 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Public Administration
SUNY At Geneseo
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