Alex Graves
alex.p.graves@gmail.com
Education
Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA (August 2005 – May 2009)
Bachelor of Arts, Politics; Urban & Environmental Policy minor
- GPA: 3.14 out of 4
Professional Experience
The Ferguson Group, Washington, D.C. (June 2009 – Present)
Intern
- Research federal legislation and grant programs and draft memos for lobbyists and city officials.
- Point person for Mayors & Municipalities Automotive Coalition, responsible for administering surveys to city officials and drafting community profiles.
- Assist with the preparation of earmark summaries for clients.
Urban and Environmental Policy Institute, Los Angeles, CA (September 2006 – May 2009)
Research/Office Assistant
- Carried out daily administrative tasks, including copying, preparing outreach materials, filing, updating databases and website, and contacting business owners.
- Conducted an extensive review of college campus bicycle programs that became the basis of a presentation at a regional summit.
- Completed tasks independently and under minimal supervision.
The Occidental Weekly, Los Angeles, CA (August 2008 – December 2008)
Contributing Sports Editor
- Pitched story ideas; conducted interviews and research; wrote a weekly article by assigned deadline.
Sacramento Metro Chamber, Sacramento, CA (May 2008 – August 2008)
Public Policy Intern
- Communicated with grant program coordinators and frequently updated grant program database.
- Drafted documents on behalf of Public Policy department for clients and meetings.
- Maintained and updated large databases.
Big Brothers Big Sisters, Sacramento, CA (May 2007 – August 2008)
Match Support Intern
- Conducted intake interviews for program applicants and made recommendations to supervisor.
- Frequently communicated with a caseload of over 180 individuals and maintained accurate information in company database.
- Temporarily took additional responsibility as Events Coordinator; requiring me to research local events and communicate these with volunteers, and also to communicate with local businesses regarding ticket donations.
Department of Parks & Recreation, Sacramento, CA (Summer 2005, 2006)
Camp Counselor
- Planned weekly calendar of events and led daily activities including sports and arts & crafts.
Other Experience
Associated Students of Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA (August 2008 – December 2008)
Senior Class Senator
- Reviewed and voted on weekly funding requests from student organizations.
- Conducted an extensive review of college’s alcohol policies, which included making presentations to students and meetings with administrators.
Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity, Los Angeles, CA (September 2006 – May 2009)
Social Committee Chair
- Created and oversaw a semester budget of approximately $1,500.
- Led weekly meetings and delegated responsibilities to other committee members.
- Met with other chairs to plan events and updated master calendar.
Junior Giants Baseball Program, Sacramento, CA (May 2007 – August 2007)
Head Coach
- Organized and led weekly practices for team of seven to eleven year old children.
- Communicated expectations with parents and guardians.
References (Contact Information Available Upon Request)
Rhonda Staley-Brooks, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sacramento
CEO & President
Elyse Leon Reyes, Urban & Environmental Policy Institute
Former Outreach Coordinator
Phil Carter, PMC World
President
Jake Stevens, Office of Congressman Xavier Becerra
Executive Assistant
