Benjamin Christensen Email & Phone Number

Saint Paul, Mn, Us

I perform qualitative research tasks including interview protocol preparation, interviews and focus groups, analysis, and report writing. My main interest is justice research, particularly reentry, but I also contribute to projects in employment and child care services.

Work From Home

Washington, Dc

Compiled briefing materials and managed scheduling for a Deputy Cabinet Member.Conducted research and wrote four memos for a project examining foreign government intervention in a sensitive industry.Coordinated clearance of memos, press releases, talking points, and draft Presidential decisions with USTR offices and contacts at the Department of Commerce, the Department of the Treasury, and the National Security Council.Drafted a trade policy speech for the Deputy to deliver to an audience of 200 industry representatives.Regularly took notes on meetings with Administration officials, foreign dignitaries, and industry stakeholders on issues such as trade negotiations, non-tariff barriers, and intellectual property rights.Participated in meetings on eligibility standards for the U.S. government's trade preference program for developing countries.

Washington, D.C.

Wrote summary memos of congressional hearings including the Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearings “Iraq After Mosul” and “Venezuela: Options for U.S. Policy.” Wrote memos for senior staff on topics including social security fraud and India’s restrictions on Compassion International. Professionally addressed constituent concerns and assisted with administrative tasks.

Collected data for a project examining foreign legislators’ support for development projects in their countries and districts.Collected data for projects on international banking “Know Your Client” regulations and the ease of forming shell corporations.

Master Of Public Policy, Quantitative Analysis

International Relations

Activities and Societies: Foreign Service Student Organization, Phi Eta Sigma, Jazz Band Coursework included: Econometrics, U.S. Foreign.