1. Felicia Robbins
63 Fort Hill 085 7580884
Douglas, Co. Cork feliciaerinrobbins@gmail.com
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Personal Statement
I am a self-motivated, hardworking individual who takes every given task seriously while maintaining a friendly and
welcoming personality. I always look at situations in a positive manner, allowing my efficient problem solving
mindset to work through challenges with a calm, cool, and collected attitude. I push myself to achieve my dreams
and I am open to new opportunities and challenges.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
2015 University College Cork MSc in International Public Policy and Diplomacy
Subjects: EU Political Systems and Policy, Contemporary Global Policy Changes, Understanding International
Conflict, Global Economic Policies and Institutions, Foreign Policy and Diplomacy, Issues in International Law
2013 National University of Ireland Galway BA in Public and Social Policy (Second Class Honors
Grade 1)
Subjects: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Public Economics, Economics of Public Policy, Irish Constitutional Law,
European Community Law, Labour Law, Health Law and Policy, Politics and Sociology, Administration, Public Policy,
Criminal Justice, International Protection of Human Rights ext.
2010 East Knox High School (Howard, Ohio) GPA: 3.860
WORK EXPERIENCE
May ’11 – Aug ’15 Anthony-Thomas Candy Company Tour Guide/Social Media
 Manage the company’s social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)
 Represented the company at trade shows branding and sales
 Assisted set up and training of new computer system for retail stores
 Factory tour guide, must give speech to groups on chocolate history then show the factory
 Necessary to alter the tour for different groups, from nursing homes to preschools
 Confidence, clear public speaking and being assertive in a friendly manner was essential to my work.
August ’12 Irish Consulate NYC Intern
 Experience in office work, including secretarial duties
 Processed applications for entry into the Foreign Births Registry
 Presented information from all of the offices In Ireland House NYC
 Shadowed visa application processing
 Helped to maintain office organization, including making copies, filing, and typing
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2. Aug ’06 – July ‘10 Anthony-Thomas Candy Company Sales Assistant (part-time)
 Worked at Ohio State Fair booth, mall kiosks, and local shops
 Stocked shelves, packed candy, cleaned, as well as helping customers
 Customer service was key; everyone entering the store must be greeted and offered a sample
KEY SKILLS
 Computer Skills: Excellent MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Good understanding of blog writing and
use of Google Docs to share information. Produced flyers and pamphlets including graphic art/photography
 Social Media: Managed corporate Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts.
 Planning & Organisation: I have experience in event planning, from dances and graduation ceremonies in
High School, to fundraisers with my volunteering experiences.
 Customer Relations: My work in retail developed my ability to be friendly and helpful in a professional
manor.
INTERESTS & ACHIEVEMENTS
 Spoke to prospective students at an Education in Ireland event in Boston April 2014.
 Visited the main EU Institutions on the National Irish Law Schools annual trip.
 Student ambassador for Education Ireland 2012-2013 involved writing blogs, acting as contact for
perspective students, giving tours and talks to incoming international students.
 Class Representative for my 2nd
year of University which involved participation in the Students Union.
 Raised 300 Euro for NUIG charities in participation with the 2012 Fire Walk.
 Senior Class Vice President at EKHS 2009-2010.
 Buckeye Girls State Participant 2009 where we set up our own state government.
 Member of East Knox National Honor Society 2009-2010
 Daughters of Erin Jr. Division officer (Treasurer, V.P, and President) 2006-2010.
 Competitive Irish Step Dancing until 2008.
 Junior Class Secretary at EKHS 2008-2009.
 Competed in State Science Fair 2007.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
 Awarded the NUIG Presidents Certificate (ALIVE) for Volunteering 2012 and 2013
 Mentor for incoming first year students at NUIG 2012, gave initial tour of campus then followed up
throughout the year with tips and advice, and available for questions or guidance.
 Homework tutor with the Pavee Study Homework Club Galway for Traveler children
 Mentored elementary students through Big Buddy Program 2006- 2010
 Purchased, wrapped, and delivered Christmas presents for needy families through the Daughters of Erin.
References available on request
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