Sydney Machado
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Second-year Criminology student at Virginia Tech with a strong analytical foundation and a passion for legal studies. Experienced in research, critical analysis, and public speaking through academic projects and Honors College initiatives. Seeking a summer internship to apply strong writing, research, and interpersonal skills in a hands-on legal environment, with a commitment to serving clients and upholding ethical standards
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Job shadow
Chesterfield County Public Defender's Office
10.2022
- Shadowed attorney in courtroom, observed client meetings, & learned about the legal defense system.
Server
Brandermill Woods
06.2022 - Current
- Provide professional & courteous dining service to the retirement community residents & their guests.
Coach
Richmond Kickers Youth Club
03.2022 - Current
- Coach 3-5 years olds in the Little Kicks program that provides elementary soccer skills development
- Coach 6-8 year olds in the Advanced Development program to players for Travel soccer
- Coach 10 year olds in the Travel program for competitive players
- Coach 6-14 year olds in summer camps
- Provide role-model coaching to help children develop teamwork, social skills, confidence & character.
Pfizer Teen Study Participant
Virginia Research Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Participated as 1 of 2,260 in the Phase 3 trial to gain FDA approval for the COVID-19 vaccine for 12-15 year olds
- Continue to participate in booster trials, which requires a daily/weekly diary & regular office visits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Midlothian Highschool
Midlothian, VA05-2023
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2027
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Reading comprehension
- Effectively manages time & tasks
- Fast learner & coachable
- Embrace new challenges
- Critical thinking & analytical reasoning
- Efficient in Google Drive, Microsoft PowerPoint, & Microsoft Word Document
Volunteer Experience
- Racial Profiling In Traffic Stops, Geocoding. Pulling latitude, longitude, & block codes of traffic stops in Roanoke to help with a research study on racial profiling in Roanoke.
- Peer Mentor — MHS Program, Helping underclassmen with academic and personal struggles, keeping them on track throughout the full school year, becoming a mentor for them to look up to.
- Student Council Association — MHS Program, 08/2021, 05/2023, Member. Collaborate with student peers and teacher sponsor to positively influence & impact the school community. Initiate & complete projects & activities to help the school, students, administration & faculty.
Awards
- National Honor Society
- National English Honors Society
- Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society
- National Science Honors Society
- MHS Academic Letter Award (4 years)
- English Student Of The Year
- Brandermill Wood Foundation Scholarship Recipient
Timeline
Job shadow
Chesterfield County Public Defender's Office
10.2022
Server
Brandermill Woods
06.2022 - Current
Coach
Richmond Kickers Youth Club
03.2022 - Current
Pfizer Teen Study Participant
Virginia Research Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Midlothian Highschool
Virginia Tech
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