Education

George Washington University Class of 2019

M.A. in International Science and Technology Policy concentrating in International Space Policy

GPA: 3.89

Harvard College Class of 2015

A.B. in Government, Earth and Planetary Science Secondary Field, Spanish Language Citation

GPA: 3.465

H.B. Plant High School Class of 2011

Honors Graduate; GPA: 4.0/4.0

National Merit Scholar, National Hispanic Merit Scholar

Elected Class Treasurer, 3 terms (2008-2011); Varsity Rower

Work Experience

U.S. Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center

Acquisitions Program Manager; August 2019-present; El Segundo, CA

Participating in the Presidential Management Fellowship program.

Aerospace Corporation Center for Space Policy and Strategy

Intern; June 2018-August 2018; Washington, DC

Developed a Space Policy Primer to introduce new policymakers to the details of space policy. Planned and carried out outreach and policy discussion events. Researched and created reports on international commercial space regulation.

NASA Office of International and Interagency Relations

Intern; January-May 2018; Washington, DC

Prepared senior NASA officials for meetings with foreign officials. Supported the establishment and maintenance of agreements between NASA and foreign universities, companies, and government agencies.

International Technology and Trade Associates

Graduate Analytical Intern; June-December 2017; Washington, DC

Developed reports, updates, and workpapers on space policy, technology policy, cyber-security, military policy, international relations, and trade for an international audience. Analyzed legislative and regulatory developments in US science and technology policy.

Department of Homeland Security OIG

Inspector; June 2016-April 2017; Washington, DC

Created risk analysis products for DHS components including FEMA. Interviewed agency officials and examined programs for adherence to legal requirements and use of best practices. Obtained security clearance for access to classified materials.

Aerospace Industries Association

Intern; September 2015-May 2016; Washington, DC

Produced policy papers to support AIA outreach to lawmakers and candidates. Attended congressional hearings and organize outreach events. Developed white papers on Earth observations, the value of investing in space, and future budget priorities.

National Academy of Sciences Space Studies Board

Lloyd V. Berkner Space Policy Intern; June-September 2015; Washington, DC

Prepared and reviewed reports and briefs for publication. Contributed to reports on CubeSats, extended missions, and future investments in US telescopes. Planned and organized CubeSat symposium.

Office of the Honorable Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

Intern; June-August 2014; Washington, DC

Interacted with constituents via telephone and email. Provided tours and information for visiting constituents and dignitaries. Assisted with office logistics, policy research, and district outreach. Wrote short speeches and newsletters. Aided the functioning of the Middle East and North Africa subcommittee.

No Labels

Research Intern; May-July 2013; Washington, DC

Researched material for official press releases and promotional materials. Assembled a database of media outlets in Florida and Mississippi for press release and op-ed distribution. Assisted with logistics for nationally-broadcast “Rally to Make Government Work” of 70 bipartisan legislators.

Trademark Tours

Tour Guide; March 2013-May 2015; Cambridge, MA

Led multiple public hour-long Harvard walking tours per week with for-profit tour company. Planned and provided specialized private tours in English and Spanish for professional clients and student groups.

Romney for President

Political Intern; September 2011-November 2012; Boston, MA and Tampa, FL

Vetted delegates to the National Convention and contacted potential endorsers during state primaries. Coordinated Super Tuesday volunteers in OH. Represented the campaign to Spanish-speaking voters and media during the successful FL primary. Managed Election Day volunteers for the states of FL and NV.

Republican National Convention

Caucus Operations; August 2012; Tampa, FL

Distributed security clearances to convention site hotel employees and Republican National Committee officials. Coordinated transportation for the Romney and Ryan families as well as Convention speakers. Assisted Secret Service in running security checkpoints and distributing credentials at the Convention perimeter. Provided security for VIP events. Managed Convention volunteers.

 

Writing Experience

Harvard Political Review

Staff Writer 2011-2015; Humor Editor 2013-2015

Provided analysis and commentary for Harvard’s internationally read political print magazine and website. Managed and edited political satire and related content for the print magazine’s humor section.

Satire V

Staff Writer 2011-2015; Treasurer 2013-2014; Editor 2014-2015

Produced satirical articles about Harvard life and the world affairs for Satire V’s newspaper and website. Managed and edited content produced by staff writers for inclusion on our website and print newspaper.

 

Additional Qualifications

Eagle Scout

Awarded March, 2007

Language Fluency

English: Reading, Writing, Speaking

Spanish: Reading, Writing, Speaking

 Interests/Miscellaneous Skills

Certified Advanced Open Water Scuba diver

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