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Caitlin Dai

@caitlindai

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Sociology researcher and archival intern focused on qualitative and quantitative analysis to advance social justice.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an entry-level research or data role where I can combine qualitative insight with quantitative analysis, support archival or digital projects, and contribute to socially impactful work through clear communication and careful documentation.

I’m a sociology student and early-career research professional who blends archival work with qualitative and quantitative analysis. I’ve catalogued and synthesized hundreds of materials into usable archival summaries while maintaining quality control and clear documentation.

Most recently, as an Archival Project Intern at the Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (RCSGD), I catalogued and historically analyzed over 100 digital and physical materials into archival summaries using Google Sheets. I also photo-copied, chronologized, and digitally filed 20+ pieces of physical media through Dropbox, and collaborated with staff to debrief logistics, progress, and issues via weekly in-person and Zoom meetings.

In a Faculty Research Assistant role within UCSB’s Feminist Studies Department, I conducted archival research and built written analytical, annotated bibliographies focused on LGBTQ+ and Latinx historical figures. I corresponded on bi-weekly assignments via email and prepared bi-weekly Zoom presentations of completed analyses and qualitative research findings.

Across research and organizing work, I co-designed and collected survey data in Qualtrics and analyzed results in STATA, then wrote and presented research analysis reports. I’ve also applied rhetorical research and media literacy to create zines, including a post-election protest/zine and an academic Palestine teach-in project in collaboration with student organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Archival Project Intern

Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (RCSGD)

Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 (2 months)

Catalogued and analyzed historical digital and physical materials into archival summaries using Google Sheets. Digitally filed physical media via Dropbox and collaborated with staff through weekly in-person and Zoom debrief meetings.

Google Sheets Digital Archiving Dropbox Quality Control Data Entry

Faculty Research Assistant

UCSB Feminist Studies Department

Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 (2 months)

Conducted archival research and data collection by creating written analytical, annotated bibliographies of LGBTQ+ and Latinx historical figures. Prepared bi-weekly Zoom presentations and corresponded with a research facilitator via email.

Historical Research Annotated Bibliographies Qualitative Research Correspondence

Research & Analysis Experience

Sociology Department, Feminist Studies Department, SJP

Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)

Co-designed and conducted a research survey on perceptions of incarcerated individuals in Qualtrics, analyzing results with STATA and presenting a combined qualitative/quantitative report. Conducted feminist-theory-based protest and zine work on elections and Palestine, including coordinating logistics, safety measures, and an academic teach-in presentation.

Qualtrics Stata Survey Research Research Report Writing Zine Creation Risk Assessment Media Literacy

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Santa Barbara

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology

Activities and societies: GPA: 3.49. Feminist Studies Department (Internship & Faculty Research Assistant), P-Grad (Pilipino Graduation Operations-Logistics Intern), SJP (Students for Justice in Palestine).

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Completed internship and faculty research assistant work through the Feminist Studies Department and related programs.