Honors Criminal Justice & Psychology Student
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SUMMARY
April **** - Present
Asylum Law Intern;
Northeastern University School of Law
KAITLYN ALESSI
*** **. ******* ******, ******, MA 484-***-**** *******.*.******@*****.*** HONORS CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
I am an honors, pre-law student at Northeastern University with a deep commitment to social justice and humanitarian work. Upon graduating, I aim to attend law school and pursue a career as a youth attorney, focusing on advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. Through my academic and hands-on experiences, I am developing a strong foundation in legal research, advocacy, and policy work. I am eager to continue learning and growing as I pursue my passion for creating meaningful change in the world. Provide guidance and individualized mentorship for first-year students studying criminal justice and related academic disciplines
Serve as a representative and point of connection for fellow first-generation and low-income students new to the university
Deliver guest lectures in criminal justice orientation courses on available university services and extracurriculars
Serve as a liaison between the director's office and other departments within the organization Answer incoming calls/greeted visitors to the department in a professional manner while providing accurate information about available services Create detailed Excel sheets with formulas that track key performance indicators related to the director's projects
Departmental Assistant;
Northeastern University College of Arts. Media, & Design Aug 2024 - Present
CERTIFICATIONS
Preventing Abuse in
Supervisory Roles;
Presidium
Interdisciplinary Leadership;
Blueprint
Peer Mentor;
Northeastern University College of Criminology & Criminal Justice Sept 2024 - Jan 2025
Legal & Public
Policy Research
Restorative Justice
Interpersonal
Communication
Researched and drafted comprehensive country condition reports in compliance with ABA standards to support asylum seekers' legal cases
Analyzed international human rights issues and conditions in various countries, providing critical information for immigration law professionals Contributed to case preparation for hearings by summarizing key legal concepts and facts related to multiple asylum cases
John Martinson Honors student and alumni relations liaison Social advocate for the Student Alliance for Prison Reform Brother of Phi Alpha Delta, pre-law fraternity, international Peer tutor via Knack tutoring services
Candidate for B.S. in Criminal Justice & Psychology; Northeastern University College of Social Sciences & Humanities GPA: 4.0
2024-2027
Candidate for M.S. in Criminal Justice & Criminology Northeastern University College of Social Sciences & Humanities GPA: 4.0
2025-2028
VOLUNTEER EFFORTS
Youth Mentor;
Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts Foster supportive one-on-one mentoring relationships with at-risk youth to promote emotional well- being, personal growth, and academic success
Completed comprehensive training in trauma-informed care, emphasizing empathy, resilience- building, and supportive intervention strategies
Collaborate with community organizations, families, and school personnel to ensure consistent and holistic support
Restorative Justice Tutor;
Peetey Greene
Provide one-on-one educational support to incarcerated individuals, helping them improve literacy, math, and critical thinking skills
Collaborate with correctional staff to create a structured and supportive learning environment that promotes rehabilitation through education
Facilitate group learning sessions, encouraging peer collaboration and shared learning experiences
Sept 2024 - Present
March 2025 - Present
EDUCATION
Received early acceptance to a combined undergraduate and graduate degree program Practiced in an accelerated set of studies to complete a Master’s-level thesis in criminal justice and criminological studies within a four-year time frame Organized and led educational sessions on political rights, voter registration, and the impact of voting, empowering incarcerated individuals with knowledge Actively participated in campaigns to protest restrictions on prisoners’ voting rights, raising awareness about the importance of suffrage for all citizens
Engaged in community outreach to raise awareness of the challenges faced by incarcerated individuals in accessing their voting rights
In-carceral Poll Worker;
Mobile Ballot Box Initiative
Sept 2024 - Jan 2025
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