Edward Williams
Rock Hill
Summary
Dynamic leader and adept legal researcher with a proven track record at Morton & Gettys. Excelled in team collaboration and negotiation, managing multiple high-stakes projects with assertiveness. Spearheaded Model United Nations club to notable achievements, demonstrating exceptional public speaking and legal research skills. Achieved significant impact in both academic and professional settings, showcasing unparalleled decision-making and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Club President
Model United Nations
Rock Hill
11.2024 - Current
- Led club meetings, debate preparations, and delegate training for the Model United Nations.
- Organized research sessions on global issues, diplomacy, and the United States' foreign policy.
- Coordinated participation in conferences, including delegation assignments, and logistics.
- I guided members in drafting position papers and resolutions.
- I represented the club in campus events and outreach initiatives.
- Managed club operations, budgeting, and sponsorship outreach.
Legal Intern
Morton & Gettys
10.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Dynamic legal intern at Morton & Gettys with strong regulatory compliance and research skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and facilitate effective communication
- Gained knowledge of court procedures through attendance of hearings and trials
- Conducted legal research and analysis in areas relevant to company's business operations
- Researched pertinent laws and regulations to assist with various cases
- Observed courtroom proceedings while assisting attorneys during trials
- Organized legal files by scanning, copying, indexing, and coding
- Performed varied tasks using personal computers and mainframe administrative programs
- Dynamic legal intern at Morton & Gettys with strong regulatory compliance and research skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and facilitate effective communication
Campaign Intern
Evangeline Hundley for Congress
Rock Hill
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided administrative support by scheduling meetings, managing calendars and coordinating travel arrangements
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local regulations that could impact the success of the campaign
- Developed organizational and time management skills through managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Facilitated communication between campaign staff, volunteers, donors and elected officials
- Researched legislation related to the campaign's policy platform
Pollster
Winthrop University
Rock Hill
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted voter outreach and education via phone calls
- Provided information on voter registration, polling locations, and deadlines.
- Assisted voters with mail-in ballot procedures and early voting options.
- Answered inquiries about election laws and voting rights.
- Documented call outcomes and escalated issues as needed.
- Maintained confidentiality and upheld election integrity standards.
Customer Service Associate
Harris Teeter
Rock Hill
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Exhibited exceptional organizational skills by managing multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines
- Handled escalated calls professionally while providing a positive resolution for the caller
- Determined charges for services requested and arranged for billing
- Provided accurate information regarding product features and benefits
- Resolved product or service problems by clarifying customer's complaints and determining cause of problem
- Loaded, unloaded and stocked daily shipments and weekly truck deliveries
- Followed up promptly on all unresolved cases from previous shifts
- Obtained and examined relevant information to assess validity of complaints and determine possible causes
Organizer Volunteer
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Charlotte
10.2016 - 10.2021
- I was an organizer volunteer for Stanley Black and Decker's participation in the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Walk in Charlotte, North Carolina
- I volunteered setting up registration booths and guiding walkers, which allowed me to contribute to a meaningful cause
- The experience was both inspiring and rewarding, as I witnessed the community come together to support Breast Cancer Awareness and fundraising efforts
- Working alongside passionate individuals and hearing the stories of survivors and their families deeply moved me
- Overall, it was a fulfilling opportunity that gave me extraordinary insight on community involvement
Education
Bachelor of Arts - POLITICAL SCIENCE
Winthrop University
SC05.2027
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Northwestern High School
05.2023
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Negotiation
- Assertiveness
- Time Management
- Computer Literacy
- Decision Making
- Interpersonal Skills
- Meeting facilitation
- Resource allocation
- Public speaking
- Legal research
- Data analysis
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Club President
Model United Nations
11.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Morton & Gettys
10.2024 - Current
Pollster
Winthrop University
09.2024 - 10.2024
Campaign Intern
Evangeline Hundley for Congress
09.2024 - 11.2024
Customer Service Associate
Harris Teeter
05.2022 - 09.2024
Organizer Volunteer
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
10.2016 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - POLITICAL SCIENCE
Winthrop University
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Northwestern High School
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