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• Provided support to a professor of Human Resources and Talent Development class at Oklahoma State University• Developed, graded, and reviewed course material, assignments, and exams• Assisted in the instruction and guidance of 300+ students throughout the semester• Facilitated student learning through discussion groups and lectures• Proctored and organized exams• Monitored and evaluated student performance

Provided assistance, information on cultural, historical and contemporary heritage to people on organized tours and individual clients at Oklahoma State University.

• Provided legislative research and analysis to Representative Kevin Hern and developed comprehensive legislative briefings • Worked closely with the legislative staff to draft, review, and edit proposed legislation, amendments, and bills• Participated in committee meetings, briefings, and hearings• Researched and synthesized information from various sources to support legislative initiatives• Responded to constituent inquiries and crafted constituent correspondence• Developed relationships with other interns, staff, and representatives to build a network of resources • Proactively monitored and analyzed current events and public policy issues that might affect the legislative goals of Representative Hern

• Developed an in-depth understanding of the legislative process through hands-on experience in the US Senate• Assisted with research and policy analysis of the Transportation and EPW portfolio assigned to Senator Jim Inhofe• Conducted detailed legislative research and wrote memos summarizing findings for the Senator's office • Attended committee hearings and briefings to stay informed on current legislative issues• Developed an understanding of the policy-making process by working closely with legislative staffers and congressional offices• Collaborated with other interns to organize and plan events for the Senator

• Utilized Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to create detailed reports and presentations on the operations of JB Hunt Transportation.• Developed data visualizations and dashboards in Power BI to analyze and interpret large datasets and generate insights.• Gained experience in SQL programming to facilitate data extraction and manipulation.• Collaborated with other interns to improve existing logistics operations and develop new strategies to maximize efficiency.• Assisted with the development of new logistics systems to improve customer experience and satisfaction.

• Supervise and support all certified staff working on the High Ropes course.• Ensures that all program equipment is in safe and working order prior to each use.• Regularly inspects challenge courses and equipment, and maintains written records of inspections and repairs.• Facilitates all groups on the high challenge courses

Leading summer lifeguards at local swimming pool. Enforcing rules and ensuring safety on the pool deck.