Ethan Simon Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

College Park, Maryland, United States

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Engaged in leadership and networking opportunities within the School of Public Policy and University of Maryland.
• Assisted in recruiting incoming freshmen, UMD students, and transfer students, providing firsthand information for prospective students and families.
• Served as an exemplary role model for PLCY undergraduates.
• Gained experience in public speaking and social media marketing.

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Chosen to join a group of undergraduate and graduate students to actively address and resolve issues affecting students, and contributing to policy and program development within the school
• Gained professional development experience, including leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, while collaborating with faculty and administrators to shape the future of the School of Public Policy
• Appointed to the Academic and Administrative Commission to help develop the integration of technical skills into the public policy curriculum.
• Designated as member of the Career and Professional Development Commission, contributing to the enhancement of career preparedness options for undergraduate students

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Chosen as undergraduate teaching assistant for “Liberty and Justice for All: Ethics and Moral Issues in Public Policy”
• Offered extensive classroom support, attending all sessions, and fostering student engagement
• Managed class materials, assisted with editing papers and provided valuable assignment feedback

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Ensured dining hall access by verifying student ID swipes or credit card payments for every patron
• Completed training in operating the dining hall's computer system, showcasing strong technology skills and commitment to transaction accuracy
• Maintained consistent availability, working 1-2 shifts per week to support the dining hall's operations.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Participated in meetings and site visits for various public transit projects
• Engaged in constituent meetings and fairs to address public concerns, feedback, and requests
• Developed and maintained legislative bios, coordinated with supervisor to gain co-sponsors for bills, and edited legislative contact information to ensure accurate communication with key stakeholders
• Recorded and organized lobbying notes, attended board meetings, and completed railway safety training to enhance operational safety and legislative advocacy efforts
• Updated transportation profiles for legislative districts using ArcGIS for informed decision-making by policymakers

Washington DC-Baltimore Area

• Attended legislative hearings, briefings, and national coalition meeting
• Assisted with issue portfolios such as reproductive rights, judicial nominations, voting rights, and religious liberty
• Wrote and edited advocacy materials, including points, regulatory comments, letters, op-eds, policy updates
• Planned and executed a lobby day by meeting with congressional staff to discuss NCJW priority issues

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Facilitated engaging tours to over 300 prospective students and parents, presenting an overview of academics, facilities, and student life
• Completed extensive training in public speaking and communication
• Respond promptly to visitor inquiries to create an exceptional experience

Annapolis, Maryland, United States

• Managing collaboration with advocates and lobbyists
• Communicating with consituents
• Tracking bills and maintaining proper bill information
• Researching legislation going to the Energy, Environmental, and Education Committee
• Helping prepare bill testimony
• Attending and analyzing bill hearings

Bala-Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, United States

• Researched coalitions surrounding disability policy that JFCS could join, to expand their resources and network
• Reviewed and reported on current propositions and laws in state and federal legislature around disability rights
• Created extensive lesson plans for middle school students, around issues of food insecurity and relevant policies
• Worked with individuals to help them improve life skills such as cooking, writing, and self-care, during community-based programming sessions
• Actively participated in data collection efforts to monitor and assess the efficiency of organizational programs
• Contacted various local and state governmental organizations to gather essential information for grant applications and committee participation

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Engaged in a impactful internship role at Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia, contributing to disability policy and advocacy efforts.
• Participated in a series of JEVS Career Strategies career development and coaching sessions
• Volunteered at the Jewish Relief Agency, packing essential food supplies for indivudals facing food insecurity
• Joined a poignant visit to a local Holocaust Museum, attentively listening to a Survivor, and reinforced dedication to fostering a more inclusive and just society, preventing the recurrence of such historic tragedies

College Park, Maryland, United States

• Selected to coach Statistics class students to help them improve their study skills and grades
• Recorded and tracked data, class activities, and attendance utilizing spreadsheets
• Taught group study sessions before each exam, tutoring students on challenging material