• Researched and wrote analysis on autonomous weapons systems, drone technology, and anti-armor capabilities.• Edited reports on future warfare conditions, Chinese threats to the U.S. Navy, and foreign drone capabilities. • Drafted background memos on defense contractors and the dilemma of innovation in national security. • Organized, planned, and staffed internal meetings, working groups, and panel discussions.

• Researched developing national security and economic challenges to frame for future meetings with CFR members.• Drafted numerous speaker biographies on government, business, and academic leaders for meeting proposals. • Greeted VIP guests at CFR meetings and handled microphones during Q&A sessions.

• Worked with Senior Legal Fellow Charles Stimson, Manager of the National Security Law Program • Researched and wrote summary analysis on terrorism trials in military commissions and federal courts.• Compiled a spreadsheet cataloging all federal death penalty cases from 1974 to the present • Drafted analysis applying just war theory to military trials • Proofread a policy report recommending specific reforms to address the problem of sexual assault in the military.• Professional mentorship with Distinguished Fellow Dr. Kim Holmes discussing negotiation strategies, leadership, and foreign policy. Worked with him on drafting a paper outlining the history of libertarian foreign policy

• Drafted legal memos explaining high skill employment and family-based immigration options to clients.• Prepared immigrant petitions and applications for employment and family-based immigrants.• Summarized large sections of the comprehensive immigration reform bill in the Senate (S.744).• Wrote analysis and blog posts for the firm’s policy blog on immigration reform (immpolicy.com).

• Formulated campaign budgets, door knocking plans, and message strategies• Organized volunteers for door knocking, literature drops, and other campaign events

• Developed and taught a curriculum with the purpose of instructing young boys in the principles of respect and honor• Managed and recorded finances on a three-week European tour to Iceland, Germany, Austria, and France