Intern
WILL PHILLIPS
School Choice Wisconsin
Elm Grove,United States
6
years of professional experience
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at the U.S. Senate Office, excelling in legislative tracking and stakeholder communication. Proven ability to synthesize policy briefs and manage projects effectively. Adept at using MS Excel for data analysis and fostering team collaboration to achieve objectives in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Intern
3 Months- Researched and tracked Wisconsin education legislation, analyzing opposed bills to inform school choice policy strategies.
- Collaborated with team members to define project objectives and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Entered data into tracking systems, ensuring accuracy of contact information for streamlined communication.
Legislative Intern
2 Months- Led guided tours of U.S. Capitol, facilitating engagement and enhancing visitors' understanding of legislative processes.
- Assisted staff with legislative, administrative, and constituent service projects, contributing to efficient operations in a fast-paced Senate office.
Intern
1 Month- Conducted research and compiled contact information for academic and student organizations to support CSLD programming initiatives.
- Evaluated project management platforms to identify tools best suited for organizational workflow needs.
- Developed a user guide outlining software capabilities, implementation steps, and best practices for future project management use.
Personal Assistant
2 Years 8 Months- Assisted the Executive Director by providing administrative, scheduling, and organizational support.
- Assisted with meeting coordination, correspondence, and preparation of materials for internal and external partners.
Team Member
5 Months- Provided customer service in a high-volume restaurant environment.
Warehouse Worker
2 Months- Printed and produced custom jerseys and apparel using in-house printing equipment.
- Sorted, organized, and prepared clothing and merchandise for orders and distribution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Educational Policy Studies
- Focus on education policy, educational inequality, and innovation in education systems
- Honors & Awards: Dean's List (Spring 2024, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Spring 2026)
- Relevant Coursework: School and Society, Human Rights and Education, Philosophy of Moral Education, Family & Community Engagement in Education, History of American Education, Critical Theory in Education, Intro to Entrepreneurship, Quantitative Methods in Education Policy
- GPA: 3.67/4.00
- Education Policy
Completed foundational coursework in education systems, policy issues, and social impacts of schooling
- Journalism
Member of the St. Bonaventure University men's soccer team (NCAA student-athlete)
Skills
Policy & Research: Quantitative/Qualitative Data Analysis
Legislative Tracking
APA/MLA Academic Writing
Policy Brief Synthesis
Software & Tools: MS Excel (Data Analysis/Formulas)
MS PowerPoint
Google Workspace Administration
Canvas LMS
Administrative & Operations: Executive Scheduling
Stakeholder Communication
Project Management Platforms
Meeting Coordination
Project management
Team collaboration
Fast learner
Personal Information
Title: Policy Advisor assistant
Timeline
Intern
School Choice Wisconsin
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
Legislative Intern
U.S. Senate Office
06.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Intern
Center for the Study of Liberal Democracy (CSLD)
05.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Personal Assistant
Education Partnership
05.2023 - 01.2026Read More
Team Member
Panera Bread
03.2022 - 08.2022Read More
Warehouse Worker
Stefan's Soccer
06.2020 - 08.2020Read More
University of WisconsinMadison
Bachelor of Science from Educational Policy Studies
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University of WisconsinMilwaukee
from Education Policy
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St. Bonaventure University
from Journalism
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