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Abril Hunter

@abrilhunter

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Aspiring public policy professional with a focus on environmental justice.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to influence environmental policy and promote social equity.

I am a dedicated public policy graduate student at Georgetown University, with a strong academic background in Environmental Science and Policy from Florida State University. My passion for environmental justice drives my commitment to addressing pressing issues through policy development and community engagement.

Throughout my experiences, including internships with the United States Senate and the White House Council on Environmental Quality, I have honed my skills in legislative analysis, data interpretation, and stakeholder communication. My work has been recognized nationally, as evidenced by prestigious awards such as the Truman and Udall Scholarships, which reflect my dedication to public service and leadership in the environmental sector.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Legislative Intern

United States Senate, Office of Senator Tammy Duckworth

Jun 2024 - Jul 2024 (1 month)

Drafted vote and co-sponsorship recommendations on energy and environmental issues while liaising with constituents to address inquiries and represent the Senator's policies.

Constituent Relations Communication Time Management

Environmental Justice Intern

White House Council on Environmental Quality

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 (2 months)

Supported policy development for Executive Orders 14008 and 14096, assisted in environmental data analysis, and conducted a federal agency budget analysis culminating in a comprehensive report.

Policy Development Data Analysis Research

Hollings Scholar

Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

May 2022 - Aug 2022 (3 months)

Formulated surveys to assess public access in the York River watershed and interpreted data using ArcGIS to create outcomes for stakeholders.

ArcGIS

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice Intern

Chesapeake Bay Research Consortium

Jun 2021 - Aug 2021 (2 months)

Assisted in creating a workforce development program for EcoLatinos and developed graphics to support the federal hiring process.

Program Development Graphics Communication Teamwork

Student Outreach Intern

Environment Florida, Florida State University

Aug 2020 - Dec 2020 (4 months)

Mobilized students to create environmental change on campus through initiatives such as renewable energy petitioning.

Student Mobilization Communication Leadership Teamwork

Undergraduate Research Fellow

Washington University St. Louis, Tyson Research Center

Sep 2020 - Sep 2020 (0 months)

Evaluated science communication messaging effectiveness in ecological research and wrote a feature story for publication.

Evaluative Research Writing Teamwork

Researcher

Scientific and Social Dimensions of Climate Change

Sep 2019 - Feb 2020 (5 months)

Investigated climate change factors using the Educational Global Climate Model and proposed mitigation strategies for coastal impacts.

Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Georgetown University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

2023 - 2025

Grade: 3.67

Pursuing a Master of Public Policy with a thesis focused on the impact of petrochemical plants on cancer incidence rates in Louisiana, emphasizing environmental justice.

Florida State University

Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science & Policy

2019 - 2023

Grade: 3.91, Summa Cum Laude

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science & Policy with minors in Urban & Regional Planning and Social Welfare, recognized as a Presidential Scholar.