SOPHIE BOWIE
Driven Political Science student with a minor in Journalism, focused on civic engagement and community service. Gained experience in local government through an internship with the Vice Mayor and advocated for youth issues on the Student Voices Council. Completed over 100 hours of community service while leading student organizations, showcasing effective communication and a commitment to public service.
Work History
Volunteer
8 Months- Supported student engagement through organizing educational games and group projects.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance learning environments and student experiences.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Provided administrative support by managing supplies and resources for classroom needs.
Intern
- Conducted research on local initiatives to inform decision-making and policy development.
- Assisted in organizing community events and public meetings to enhance civic engagement.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline communication processes within Sacramento City Hall.
- Supported administrative tasks, including data entry and document preparation for various departments.
Volunteer
1 MonthSupported community engagement at festival
• Coordinated event planning, community activities, and creative design for Harvest Festival
- Organized educational workshops and activities to enhance student engagement.
- Assisted teachers in developing instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment.
Tax Assistance and Clerical Experience
1 Year 5 MonthsOrganized client paperwork to streamline office operations.
• Ensured confidentiality of sensitive financial documents to protect client privacy.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Church Volunteer
3 Years 7 MonthsCommunity Volunteer — Completed over 100 hours of community service through various projects.
• Contributed over 100 hours to volunteer and community service initiatives.
• Facilitated food drives, poverty-relief programs, community events, literacy initiatives, and other service projects.
• Assisted with organizing and distributing food donations to local families.
• Participated in community outreach and service activities.
Church Volunteer — Supported local poverty relief and food drive initiatives to assist families.
2023–2026
• Organized and distributed food donations, directly assisting local families in need.
• Supported community outreach and service projects
Education
B.A. - Political Science, Minor in Journalism
Expected Graduation: 2030
High School Diploma
- California State Seal of Civic Engagement
- College Preparatory, AP, and Dual Enrollment coursework
- Art Pathway; Leadership, AVID, and student organizations
- Pride Reward straight A's, Passsing of AP Classes
- [3.7] GPA
Skills
Interests
Timeline
Intern
Volunteer
Volunteer
Tax Assistance and Clerical Experience
Church Volunteer
Trinity Washington University
Leroy Greene Academy
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP
- Civic Engagement Intern — Office of the Mayor, City of Sacramento
- Sacramento, CA | 2025–2026
- Supported youth civic engagement initiatives and Student Voices Council activities.
- Assisted with civic events, community outreach, and projects designed to increase youth participation in local government.
- Collaborated with students and community leaders on civic engagement initiatives.
- Student Voices Council — Youth Representative
- Participated in school- and city-level discussions focused on youth perspectives and community issues.
- Contributed student perspectives to civic engagement conversations and initiatives.
- Poetry Club — Founder/Officer
- Helped establish and lead a student poetry organization.
- Organized student readings and encouraged creative writing and artistic expression.
- Supported opportunities for students to share original work with the school community.
EXPERIENCE
- Babysitter
- 2022–Present
- Provide dependable childcare with strong communication, responsibility, and safety awareness.
- Plan creative, educational, and age-appropriate activities.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and supportive environment.
- Tax Assistance & Clerical Experience
- 2024
- Organized client paperwork and assisted with basic office operations.
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive financial documents.
CAMPUS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- Student Voices Council
- Poetry Club — Founder/Officer
- Black Student Union (BSU)
- Community Service & Poverty Relief Programs
- Literacy and Reading Programs
- Civic Engagement Initiatives
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
- Poetry Book Publication — 2025
- Guest Speaker, English Lecture Series on Creative Writing — 2024
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Community Volunteer, Completed more than 100 hours of volunteer and community service., Supported food drives, poverty-relief programs, community events, literacy initiatives, and other service projects., Assisted with organizing and distributing food donations to local families., Participated in community outreach and service activities.
- Church Volunteer — Poverty Relief & Food Drive Programs, 2023, 2026, Helped organize and distribute food donations for local families., Supported community outreach and service projects.
- Wages to Pages / Reading Completion Program, Promoted literacy, reading participation, and student achievement.
- Harvest Festival Volunteer, Assisted with event planning, community activities, and creative design.