WILL SEVERN
DELIVERING RESULTS //
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
Professional Experience
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HOUSE SELECT COMMITTEE ON THE C.C.P.
Research & Policy Intern // Washington, D.C. // 05.25 - 08.25
> Distilled complex technical topics including nuclear weaponry and AI into 61 concise memoranda, releases, and reports
> Transformed 1,620,000 data points on federal research funding into concrete policy proposals for Congressional offices
> Researched, analyzed, and briefed staff members on foreign military capabilities and international weapons supply chains
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT CAMPAIGN
Advance Associate // Traveling - CONUS // 06.24 - 11.24
> Planned diverse arrays of events including 100-person canvasses, 3,000-person concerts, and 12,000-person rallies
> Coordinated interactions between staff, Secret Service, and vendors to enable agile responses in high-stakes environments
> Prepared diagrams, slide decks, and memos to brief principals and law enforcement on critical event details
GLORIA JOHNSON FOR U.S. SENATE CAMPAIGN
Strategy & Communications Advisor // Hybrid - Nashville, TN // 06.24 - 09.24
> Built an Excel model that correctly forecasted county-level election results within an average margin of +/- 1.8%
> Implemented a comprehensive messaging calendar that unified 5 cross-functional teams and maximized outreach efficacy
> Accompanied the candidate to the Democratic National Convention to facilitate interactions and interviews with reporters-
BROOKS BROTHERS RETAILERS
Sales Associate // Adirondacks, N.Y. // 06.24 - 08.24
> Cultivated strong client relationships to enable robust sales performance, ranking in the top 10% of associates nationwide
> Recognized as July’s Associate of the Month for exceptional teamwork, leadership, and sales
> Evaluated customers’ lifestyles and preferences to understand client needs and offer individualized product recommendations
HEIDI CAMPBELL FOR MAYOR CAMPAIGN
Press Secretary // Nashville, TN // 05.23 - 08.23
> Managed the campaign’s public-facing communications by drafting 18 press releases and pitching to reporters
> Researched and drafted a policy platform that offered 22 concrete proposals and anchored the campaign’s messaging
> Led in-person trainings and compiled briefing and background materials to prepare the candidate for 13 forums
CONGRESSMAN JIM COOPER
Office Intern // Hybrid - Nashville, TN // 05.22 - 07.22
> Resolved 34 casework files by writing correspondence, utilizing CRM software, and interacting professionally with constituents
> Identified deficiencies in U.S. habeas corpus law, drafted 3 possible legislative remedies, and presented the proposals to staff
> Catalogued and digitized 3,000 pages of office records, answered phones, and performed other administrative tasks
Educational History
GEORGETOWN UNIV., SCHOOL OF FOREIGN SERVICE
Washington, D.C. // Bachelor's of Science in Foreign Service // 08.23 - 05.27
> GPA: 3.90 / 4.00
> Major: Science, Technology, and International Affairs
> Concentration: Science, Technology, and Security
> Minor: German
> Certificate: Diplomatic Studies
> Awards: Truman Scholarship Candidate First Honors (F’24, S’24, S’25); Amb. Rodgers Outstanding Servant Leader
> Selected: Coursework: Nuclear Statecraft; Organic Chemistry I; Gen. Chemistry I & II; Sci. and Tech. in the Global Arena; Contemp. U.S. Foreign Policy; International Security
ALBERT-LUDWIGS-UNIVERSITÄT
Freiburg, DEU // Language and Area Studies // 08.25 - 12.25
> GPA: 1.0 / 1.0 (Equivalent: 4.00 / 4.00)
> Language of Instruction: German
> Selected Coursework: German Politics After Reunification; Modern German History; German Business and Industry
Skills & Certifications
GERMAN LANGUAGE (READ / WRITE / SPEAK)
C1 Level // Georgetown Proficiency Certificate // Tennessee Seal of Biliteracy
FRENCH LANGUAGE (READ / WRITE / SPEAK)
A1 Level
R (CODING LANGUAGE)
Introductory Proficiency
TABLEAU (DATA VISULAIZATION)
Introductory Proficiency
ARCGIS
Introductory Proficiency
Community Involvement
THE PHILODEMIC SOCIETY (DEBATE)
Vice President // Washington, D.C. // 09.23 - Present
> Raised and allocated a $15,000 budget, negotiated vendor contracts, and led event logistics to plan the 149th Merrick Dinner
> Moderated weekly meetings between students to build frameworks for complex literary, philosophical, and political debates
GEORGETOWN INSTITUTE OF POLITICS
Student Strategy Team Lead // Washington, D.C. // 09.23 - Present
> Managed a team of 6 students, delegated tasks, and led regular check-ins to deliver consistent project completion
> Coordinated with Institute staff, visiting fellows, and team members to organize weekly programming for 15-20 attendees
CARL-SCHURZ-HAUS, DEUTSCH-AMERIKANISCHES INSTITUT
INSIDE-AMERICA Volunteer // Freiburg, DEU // 09.23 - Present
> Traveled to local secondary schools to discuss life in the United States and foster intercultural dialogues with students
> Selected as a panelist for a joint symposium with Universität-Freiburg to discuss U.S. politics and Transatlantic alliances