Sydni King
Lansing,MI
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Board Member
Empower Her Rise LLC
01.2026 - Current
- Lead membership growth initiatives by recruiting, onboarding, and retaining members committed to leadership development, professional advancement, and community impact.
- Develop internal policy recommendations and organizational standards to strengthen programming, accountability, and member engagement.
- Help design mentorship opportunities and career-readiness programming for young women of color pursuing higher education, legal careers, and leadership roles.
- Coordinate outreach efforts and strategic partnerships to expand access to resources, networking opportunities, and professional development.
Mentor Teacher
Refugee Development Center
01.2026 - Current
- Mentor refugee and immigrant youth through academic guidance, confidence-building, and support navigating educational systems in the United States.
- Assist students and families in identifying school, scholarship, and enrichment opportunities that improve long-term stability and upward mobility.
- Foster a safe and encouraging environment for students adjusting to new cultural, educational, and social systems.
- Support the organization’s mission of community integration by helping participants build skills, connections, and long-term goals.
Legislative Intern
Michigan Senate
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Served Michigan Senate District 21 for Chairwoman Sen. Sarah Anthony
- Worked 20 Hrs a week
- Analyzed state budget proposals, provided summaries and presented material to State Appropriations Committee
- Drafted briefing materials for legislative meetings and discussions.
- Collaborated with constituents to address concerns and gather feedback.
Volunteer
House of Promise
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Supported human trafficking and sexual assault survivors through crisis intervention and emotional support sessions.
- Worked 2 hours a week.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance resource accessibility for survivors.
- Organized workshops to educate survivors on rights and available services.
Legislative Aide
Michigan House Of Representatives
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Served Michigan House District 32 for Rep. Jimmie Wilson
- Worked 20 hours a week
- Researched policy issues to support legislative initiatives and inform decision-making.
- Attended committee meetings and recorded detailed minutes for legislative sessions.
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders within the district in order to keep abreast of local concerns.
Congressional Intern
House Of Representative
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Served Congressional District 13 for Shri Thanedar.
- Worked 40 hours a week
- Researched policy issues and prepared summaries for congressional members' use.
- Provided immigration services for constituents.
- Managed correspondence with constituents.
- Organized events and town hall meetings to foster community engagement.
Legislative Intern
Michigan House Of Representatives
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Served Michigan House District 104 for Rep. John Roth.
- Worked 20 hours a week
- Researched legislative issues and prepared briefing materials for committee hearings.
- Attended public hearings and documented stakeholder feedback on proposed legislation.
- Coordinated with constituents to address inquiries and provide information on legislation.
- Collaborated with team members to analyze policy impacts and recommend improvements.
Traffic Management Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Documented incidents and prepared reports for review by management.
- Worked 40 hours a week
- Coordinated transportation logistics for timely delivery of goods to clients.
- Conducted regular audits on inventory accuracy to maintain compliance with company standards.
- Coordinated and monitored the transportation of goods between warehouses, customers, vendors, and other locations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2026
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06.2023
High School Diploma -
Ledyard Highschool
Ledyard Center, CT06.2018
Skills
- Research skills
- Legislative writing
- Immigration policy
- Legislative policy briefs
- Tracking legislation
- Criminal justice policy
- Human rights policy
- Legislative research
- Policy analysis
- Constituent services
- Policy writing
- Community relations
- State budget analysis
- Organizational management
- Ethics and compliance
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Law School Admissions Council PLUS Scholar 2025 COHORT
Education and Training
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Timeline
Executive Board Member
Empower Her Rise LLC
01.2026 - Current
Mentor Teacher
Refugee Development Center
01.2026 - Current
Legislative Intern
Michigan Senate
01.2025 - 01.2026
Legislative Aide
Michigan House Of Representatives
09.2024 - 01.2025
Congressional Intern
House Of Representative
05.2024 - 08.2024
Legislative Intern
Michigan House Of Representatives
10.2023 - 05.2024
Volunteer
House of Promise
01.2023 - 12.2025
Traffic Management Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2018 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Ledyard Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Michigan State University