Natalia Rodriguez
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Graduate student in Communication and Organizational Leadership studying how vision alignment shapes culture, trust, and behavior within institutions. Brings a multicultural perspective, strong research and writing skills, and a people-centered approach to ethical decision-making and strategic communication. Eager to contribute research and communication skills to organizations invested in people, culture, and purposeful leadership.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Program Intern
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Support graduate recruitment and departmental outreach by representing the program at conferences, engaging prospective students, and assisting with communication efforts.
- Contribute to departmental initiatives by managing 4 social media channels and providing adaptable support across evolving projects and priorities.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Teach and support 13 undergraduate students per semester in a news writing and reporting lab, integrating communication theory with hands-on practice in Associated Press (AP) style writing.
- Conducted grading and provided constructive feedback on assignments to promote academic improvement.
- Supported students during office hours, addressing questions and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Managed a classroom of diverse learners, implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.
Human Resources Assistant/Intern
HM Richards
Baldwyn, MS, USA
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted Stay Interviews (Richard P. Finnegan), collected data, and presented findings to the HR manager to support HR initiatives and decision-making processes related to employee engagement and retention.
- Led a team of 4 HR interns, initiatives included record keeping, department organization, employee interviews, and biometric registration.
- Managed personal employee files (1,400) and ensured accuracy.
- Facilitated effective communication across diverse teams and served as a translator for English and Spanish speaking employees.
- Facilitated company-wide biometric registration and supported HR during open enrollment, ensuring accurate benefits updates and employee guidance.
Education
Master of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2027
Master of Arts - Communication, Media And Theatre
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2027
Certified Associate in Project Management -
Project Management Institute
In Progress08.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Communication and Media Studies
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS01-2025
Associate of Arts - Communication
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS01-2023
Skills
- Initiative, critical thinking, and analysis
- Time management and organization
- Presentation and public speaking
- Technological tools and multi-media literacy
- Crisis, interpersonal, and organizational communication
- Customer service and employee relations
- Project support
- Research, writing, formatting, data analysis, and interpretation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Cross-department coordination
- Conceptualization, competence, and foresight
- Responsible, detail-oriented, and restorative
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Human Subjects Researchers, CITI Program - Aug 2023 - Aug 2028
- Social Media Marketing Certification, Hootsuite Academy - Issued Mar 2025
- Crisis and Risk Management, Meltwater - Issued Oct 2025
- Transparency, The Arthur W. Page Center for Integrity in Public Communication - Issued Nov 2025
- Ethics in Crisis Management, The Arthur W. Page Center for Integrity in Public Communication - Sept 2025
Personal Information
Dual-enrolled graduate student pursuing a Master's in Communication and a Master's in Organizational Leadership. Serving as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Graduate Program Intern, with current research proposals spanning Quantitative Methods in Communication, Qualitative Analysis, and Seminar in Media — where I've authored three independent proposals examining organizational vision communication through quantitative, qualitative, and media-effects methodologies. Broadly interested in how leaders communicate vision and identity within organizations, and how those messages shape culture and engagement.
Timeline
Graduate Program Intern
Mississippi State University
01.2025 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Mississippi State University
01.2025 - Current
Human Resources Assistant/Intern
HM Richards
04.2021 - 01.2023
Master of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
Mississippi State University
Master of Arts - Communication, Media And Theatre
Mississippi State University
Certified Associate in Project Management -
Project Management Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Communication and Media Studies
Mississippi State University
Associate of Arts - Communication
Itawamba Community College