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Natalie Martinez

@nataliemartinez

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Aspiring legal professional passionate about civic engagement and advocacy.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters my passion for advocacy and legal research, within a supportive and dynamic environment.

I'm a dedicated political science student at Loyola University Chicago, where I am actively involved in various leadership roles and community service initiatives. My experience as an intern with the City of Chicago allowed me to support detectives and FBI agents in active investigations, enhancing my research skills and understanding of public safety. Additionally, I contributed to a Stanford-affiliated study analyzing crime trends, which deepened my analytical capabilities.

As the Jr. Vice President of Corporate Relations for the Association of Latino Professionals for America, I have successfully partnered with firms to organize professional networking events, promoting opportunities for first-generation students. My commitment to civic engagement is further demonstrated through my role as a Civic Engagement Intern at TurnUp Activism, where I led digital campaigns to boost youth voter turnout and organized advocacy events focused on social justice.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Volunteer

Current

Loyola Community Service & Action

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Support refugee and immigrant youth through mentorship and academic help. Advocate for equitable access to education through community-based service.

Mentorship

Current

Fundraising Lead

Current

Everytown for Gun Safety

May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Leading a campaign supporting youth-focused violence prevention and education. Coordinating outreach and storytelling to drive donations and awareness.

Fundraising Campaign Management Storytelling

Current

Jr. Vice President of Corporate Relations

Current

Association of Latino Professionals for America

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Partnered with firms to organize professional networking events and strengthened corporate ties while promoting opportunities for first-gen students.

Networking Event Planning First Gen Advocacy Partnership Development

Current

Student Juror/Volunteer

Current

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Participated in law student mock trials to support legal education. Observed trial prep, deepening courtroom understanding and public speaking.

Mock Trials Legal Education Public Speaking

Civic Engagement Intern

TurnUp Activism

Dec 2023 - Feb 2024 (2 months)

Led digital campaigns to promote civic engagement and youth voter turnout. Helped organize advocacy events focused on social justice and systemic change.

Intern

City of Chicago

Jan 2023 - May 2023 (4 months)

Researched cases and supported detectives/FBI agents on active investigations. Contributed to a Stanford-affiliated public safety study analyzing crime trends.

Legal Research Team Collaboration Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Loyola University Chicago

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

2023 - 2027

Activities and societies: Trustee Academic Scholar, CAN Rep (Blockchain LUC), Jr. VP (ALPFA), Analyst (Rambler Investment Fund), Pre-Law Society, Women in Business, Rambler Real Estate Club.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in English. Involved in various honors and organizations including Trustee Academic Scholar, CAN Rep, and Pre-Law Society.