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Education
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Certification
Languages
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Una Martin

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dedicated and motivated Political Science major seeking a congressional internship to gain hands-on experience in legislative processes, public policy, and constituent services. Strong background in advocacy, legal argumentation, and community engagement through volunteer work, Mock Trial participation, and involvement in the Newcomb Prison Project. Experienced in researching, analyzing, and presenting arguments, as well as organizing discussions and events on critical policy issues. Committed to public service, with a history of assisting vulnerable populations through direct service initiatives, youth leadership, and outreach efforts. Highly organized, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a congressional office while further developing legislative research and policy analysis skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Newcomb Prison Project Member

Tulane University
08.2024 - Current
  • Engaged in education and advocacy efforts related to criminal justice and prison reform.
  • Participated in direct service initiatives supporting incarcerated individuals and impacted communities in New Orleans.
  • Organized and attended discussions, speaker events, and workshops on prison reform and criminal justice issues.


Childcare and Petcare Provider

01.2018 - Current
  • Care for children ages 2-14
  • Responsibilities include putting children to bed, cooking, cleaning, driving, entertaining, administering medication, and helping with schoolwork
  • Travelled with families on vacation
  • Walked, fed, played with, and cared for dogs in their owner's absence

Mock Trial Team Witness and Attorney

Mount Saint Joseph Academy
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Tasked with reading, studying, and analyzing a mock court case
  • Presented my argument in front of a judge and jury
  • Formulated and presented responses to direct and cross-examinations from lawyers
  • Formulated direct and cross-examination questions and questioned witnesses

Youth Group Member and Volunteer

St. Martin's-in-the-Field Episcopal Church
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Read at services and helped to prepare and serve free weekly meals at Church
  • Volunteered at homeless shelters and nursing homes where I prepared food and care packages

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Tulane University
New Orleans, LA
05-2027

Bachelor of Arts -

The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2024

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Argumentation
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Public Speaking
  • Teamwork
  • Adobe Social Media Content and Strategy
  • Adobe Create Compelling Job Application Materials

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Adobe Create Compelling Job Application Materials
  • Adobe Social Media Content and Strategy

Languages

French
Limited Working

Timeline

Newcomb Prison Project Member

Tulane University
08.2024 - Current

Mock Trial Team Witness and Attorney

Mount Saint Joseph Academy
01.2020 - 01.2023

Youth Group Member and Volunteer

St. Martin's-in-the-Field Episcopal Church
01.2019 - 01.2023

Childcare and Petcare Provider

01.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Tulane University

Bachelor of Arts -

The Pennsylvania State University
Una Martin