Ben Clarke
Undergraduate, University Of York
Summary
Experienced public speaker and research analyst, working with YUSU as the Department Rep for Politics and the Laidlaw Foundation as a Research Scholar. I have an excellent reputation for providing solid communication and conducting high-level negotiations with staff. I am an organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities.
I am a reliable undergraduate seeking research, policy, and public relations internships or work opportunities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
YUSU Politics Department Rep
University of York Student's Union
York
07.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships between departmental staff and the student body.
- Consistently attended all departmental meetings and chaired a Student-Staff Forum meeting to promote engagement.
- Collaborated with Course Reps to effectively promote the interests of students and accelerate the solutions to their concerns.
- Identified departmental issues by providing feedback and communicating effectively, and constructively worked with the department for resolutions.
- Confident public speaker, conducting live speeches to thousands of politics undergraduates and frequently speaking in Board of Studies meetings.
- Engaged in professional networking to develop confidence in my position and make strategic relationships.
Laidlaw Research Scholar
The Laidlaw Foundation
York
05.2022 - Current
- Wrote a published academic paper on the structural problems facing liberal democracies with regard to class conflicts.
- Analysed source information and synthesised a balanced academic response which accounted for any authorship biases.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and in close coordination with my academic supervisor.
- Maintained a high level of academic competence throughout, keeping up enthusiasm and energy.
- Created a research poster which succinctly presents the arguments in my research in a widely presentable manner.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships and employability.
Student Ambassador
University of York
York
10.2021 - Current
- Interacted with university and prospective students and parents during tours and student visit days, answering questions and providing a personal touch to their visit.
- Led campus tours for prospective students and helped coordinate their arrival and departure.
- Worked flexible hours across morning, evening and holiday shifts.
- Coordinated with other ambassadors in my team to present a fluid and managed experience to guests.
Social, Media and Trip Secretary
University of York Cycling Club
York
03.2022 - Current
- Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
- Single-handedly organised a trip to Wales in October 2022 for 24 club members, successfully managing food, transport, accommodation and riding routes.
- Identified the key recruitment market through an analysis of social media interactions and grassroots speaking.
- Successfully organised weekly social events for the club membership, including themed nights and daytime events.
- Freely communicated with the club membership to promptly respond to queries and monitor communication channels.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Politics With International Relations
University of York
York, United Kingdom 09.2021 - Current
9 GCSE's, 3 A-Levels A*AA - Secondary School
Pates Grammar School
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK 09.2014 - 05.2021
Skills
Public Speaking
Accomplishments
- Finalist in the 2020 European Youth Parliament.
- 3rd at the 2019 Oxford Public Speaking Competition.
- Top 50 in the 2022 Wild Boar Cycling Race.
Timeline
YUSU Politics Department Rep
University of York Student's Union
07.2022 - Current
Laidlaw Research Scholar
The Laidlaw Foundation
05.2022 - Current
Social, Media and Trip Secretary
University of York Cycling Club
03.2022 - Current
Student Ambassador
University of York
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Politics With International Relations
University of York
09.2021 - Current
9 GCSE's, 3 A-Levels A*AA - Secondary School
Pates Grammar School
09.2014 - 05.2021
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