VIANNA SCOTT
Mount Royal,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and civic-minded Political Science student with a strong foundation in research, community outreach, and constituent services. Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively, fostering collaboration and driving resolutions. Committed to leveraging academic insights and practical experience to generate results that create meaningful change within communities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Legislative Intern
NJ 3rd Legislative District Office
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered exceptional service to constituents by promptly addressing concerns and providing relevant resources or assistance.
- Organized events for community outreach, fostering positive relationships between elected officials and the public.
- Identified, researched and tracked legislative issues relevant to current public issues.
- Assisted other office administrators by answering phones, returning email messages and tracking the progress of constituent concerns
Lab Research Assistant
Rutgers University, Paulsboro
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Conducted research on PFAS-related contamination and collected data from over 700 participants in the company's health study.
- Promoted the lab's goals and engaged with community members by canvassing in neighborhoods, developing community outreach activities, and dispersing social media content.
- Managed lab equipment and scanned specimens to ensure that research projects were completed on time and to a high standard, providing valuable support to office staff.
- Maintained accurate records of experimental procedures and results to ensure data integrity.
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Trained new team members and collaborating with colleagues to improve customer satisfaction, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ensured prompt and efficient service by accurately processing orders in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic and attention to detail by maintaining a clean and organized store and completing all tasks in a timely manner.
Education
Political Science
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2027
English
Rowan College of South Jersey
Glassboro, NJ05.2024
Diploma - undefined
Kingsway Regional High School
06.2022
Skills
- Civic Engagement
- Community Organizing
- Digital Media Editing
- Public Speaking
- Presentations Writing & Creative Expression
- Administrative Operations
- Data entry
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- Rutgers Democrat Member September 2024 — Present. Developed political literacy and organizing skills by attending statewide conventions, mayoral speeches, and gubernatorial campaign events. Participated in environmental justice workshops focused on mobilization under new federal policies, gaining firsthand experience in advocacy strategy. Strengthened understanding of local and national government through direct engagement with elected officials, campaign staff, and policy experts.
- Rutgers Women's Political Caucus Member September 2024 — Present. Participated in networking events centered around women in public leadership.
- Black Student Union Member/Diversity Committee Leader January 2023 — May 2024. Member of Rowan College's Black Student Union, which focuses on improving the community through education, acceptance, and volunteerism. Rowan College's Diversity Committee member with a mission to make the Rowan campus more representative of minority groups, cultures, and orientations.
Timeline
Legislative Intern
NJ 3rd Legislative District Office
07.2025 - Current
Lab Research Assistant
Rutgers University, Paulsboro
07.2022 - 11.2023
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A
08.2021 - 10.2022
Diploma - undefined
Kingsway Regional High School
Political Science
Rutgers University
English
Rowan College of South Jersey
AWARDS
- National Honor Society Member, January 2023 — May 2024
- Recipient of Phi Theta Kappa's Honor Society Membership after receiving a 4.0 cumulative GPA for the 2022-2024 academic years.