Assisted in conducting research on various topics related to legislation and policy issues.
Provided administrative assistance by returning phone calls, answering emails and putting together mail distribution lists.
Maintained contact lists of lobbyists, political organizations, advocacy groups.
Compiled data from multiple sources into a comprehensive report format.
Assisted staff with congressional programs.
Congressional Intern
Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09)
Washington, DC
01.2024 - 05.2024
Prepared comprehensive memos outlining the potential impacts of proposed legislation.
Performed administrative tasks including answering constituent calls, recording policy opinions, initiating casework requests, sorting constituent mail in IQ, providing capitol tours, and greeting visitors.
Investigated historical precedents and approaches to similar legislation by providing comparative analysis to inform policy decisions.
Maintained contact lists of lobbyists, political organizations, and advocacy groups.
Updated databases with relevant information regarding current legislation or policy matters.
Student Lobbyist
Fraternity Men and NIC Alliance Partners
Washington , DC
03.2025 - 04.2025
Participated in coalition building initiatives to promote awareness among stakeholders.
Assisted with preparing testimony for congressional hearings related to client interests.
Maintained a network of contacts in state governments and federal agencies.
Attended hearings, briefings, committee meetings and other events relevant to client interests.
Prepared presentations outlining clients' positions on various issues.
Philanthropy and Standards of Excellence Chair
Phi Delta Theta
Blacksburg, VA
01.2022 - 12.2024
Lead, oversee, and document all chapter operations including academics, philanthropy, and athletics.
Plan, organize, and execute fundraising events for Live Like Lou Foundation in support of research to cure ALS.
Liaison with Blacksburg community to identify individuals and families in need.
Ensure the chapter meets University Standards of Excellence in community engagement and all activities.
Athletic Operations Student Worker
Virginia Tech Athletics
Blacksburg , VA
05.2022 - 05.2025
Participate in game day and practice field maintenance including mowing, resodding,irrigation, aerating, and top dressing of fields.
Assist all athletic department coaches with assembling new athletic structures.
Maintains inventories of turf products and supplies.
Ensure continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology/Pre-Law With A Minor in Philosophy
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05-2025
Skills
Legislative research
Team collaboration
Public speaking
Community engagement
Critical thinking
Issue advocacy
Accomplishments
Deans List (Spring 2022-Fall 2024)
Iron Phi
Hokies on the Hill Alumni
Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success
Timeline
Student Lobbyist
Fraternity Men and NIC Alliance Partners
03.2025 - 04.2025
Congressional Intern
Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01)
05.2024 - 08.2024
Congressional Intern
Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09)
01.2024 - 05.2024
Athletic Operations Student Worker
Virginia Tech Athletics
05.2022 - 05.2025
Philanthropy and Standards of Excellence Chair
Phi Delta Theta
01.2022 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminology/Pre-Law With A Minor in Philosophy