Vanessa VandeHey

(920) 213-0960 vandev81@uwosh.edu

N2564 Maloney Rd Kaukauna WI, 54130

To whom it may concern,

I am writing to apply for the Speaker Paul Ryan Intern position. I am interested in an internship through Speaker Ryan
because of his dedication to serve his constituents, and also the respectful nature in which he governs. Serving as an intern
for Speaker Paul Ryan, I will have the opportunity to utilize the skills that I have been developing in my college studies
and apply them in a real-life setting, as well as grow in my understanding of the way in which United States politics
function.

Currently, I am enrolled at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh pursuing a degree in Political Science. I have excelled in
my studies and have taken an interest in United States political processes, as well as law and policy. After spending time
in the grassroots movements of local campaigns, I am looking to expand my skills and begin to better understand the
aspects of public service that are illustrated in the legislative branch.

My work experience includes my current Workforce Management Internship at Alta Resources, my time spent as a Barista
at Copper Rock Coffee Co., and also a Communications Internship through the Republican Party of Wisconsin. Working
as a Communications Intern for the Republican Party of Wisconsin, I learned a lot of what it takes to be a reliable member
of a political team, and also how significant the smaller details are in the larger scheme. I spent my time writing memos
regarding events and gatherings of elected public officials, as well as engaging with voters via phone calls. This
experience led to my interest in joining a local congressional campaign this summer, where I am currently an active
volunteer. In January of 2015, I became a Barista at Copper Rock Coffee Co. This position helped me develop business
and communication skills with employees, management, and customers. I worked to establish relationships with
customers while providing excellent customer service, as well as contributed to the Copper Rock team at large by
recognizing tasks that needed to be accomplished, and putting forth my best effort. During the fall of 2015, I began
working at Alta Resources in Workforce Management and Quality. As a Quality/Workforce Management Intern, I am
responsible for numerous activities regarding the insurance of efficiency of staff performance, which requires me to work
with management and clients on a daily basis. I believe my skills, work ethic, and passion for politics make me a good
candidate for your opening.

I look forward to an opportunity to speak with you. Attached is my resume, which details my qualifications further. You
can reach me at my phone number of (920) 213-0960. Thank you for considering my application.

Sincerely,

Vanessa VandeHey
 Vanessa VandeHey
(920) 213-0960 vanessa.vandehey14@gmail.com
N2564 Maloney Road Kaukauna, WI 54130

Education
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2017
Bachelor of Arts (Political Science)
Deans List Cumulative GPA: 3.3
Political Science GPA: 3.6
Work Experience
Office of the Speaker, Paul D. Ryan (Washington, D.C.) August 2016February 2017
Congressional Intern
Attend congressional hearings and briefings regarding various policy areas and write memos for policy staff.
Serve as a liaison between constituents and the Speaker by sorting mail, crafting letters to constituents, and
speaking with constituents via phone.
Assist with events hosted by the Speakers office by engaging in the preparation process as well as any role
designated during the event.

Mike Gallagher for Wisconsin (Green Bay, Wisconsin) May 2016August 2016
Intern
Engagedintheintradayeffortsofthecampaignbyresearchingpotentialevents,attendingpublicevents,and
craftingandsubmittingletterstolocalnewspapers.
Aidedinvoteroutreachbyconductingcallsandgoingdoortodoortoconnectwithvoterswithinthe8 thdistrict.

Alta Resources (Neenah, Wisconsin) October 2015December 2016

Quality/Workforce Management Intern
Responsible for preparing intraday reports on staff performance, as well as working with Team Leadership to
manage schedule changes and ensure adequate daily coverage.
Monitor performance adherence and create memos based upon adherence to client-provided Standard Operating
Procedures, which are reported to clients on a daily basis.
Utilize past intraday reports to make recommendations on current and future staffing needs, and ultimately
improve performance efficiency.

Republican Party of Wisconsin (Green Bay, Wisconsin) November 2013May 2014

Communications Intern
Wrote reviews and critiques in regard to events and gatherings of elected public officials.
Contributed to the grassroots movement of the 2014 campaign by connecting with potential voters, and observing
the election process.
Assisted with the social media campaign and voter outreach.

Leadership/Volunteer Experience
CLR Ministries Inc. (Kaukauna, Wisconsin) January 2012Present
Team Member
Organize and lead on a ten-day leadership retreat in Colorado, providing activities and witnesses geared toward
the growth of young leaders from the community.
Responsible for maintaining social media, planning group events, and marketing CLR Ministries to surrounding
communities by speaking at local churches, conferences, and confirmation classes.

Skills
ProficientinMicrosoftWord,MicrosoftPowerPoint,MicrosoftExcel,andMicrosoftOutlook.
Knowledgeableinmanysocialmediaapplications,i.e.Twitter,Facebook,Instagram.
 Excellentwrittencommunicationandpeerrevisionskillsfromcollegecourseworkandpoliticalinternship
experience.