Kritika Patel

Observed proceedings in state and federal courts Assisted with legal research and case preparation exposure through workshops Engaged with attorneys and judges on legal career pathways

Judicial Intern - SOTOMAYOR JUDICIAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - New York, NY

(2024-05 - 2024-08)

• Observed proceedings in state and federal courts
• Assisted with legal research and case preparation exposure through workshops
• Engaged with attorneys and judges on legal career pathways

Poll Worker - HUDSON COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS - Jersey City, NJ

(2022-10 - 2022-11)

• Supported election administration and voter processing
• Ensured compliance with election procedures across multiple election cycles

Youth Ambassador - EQUITY IN CIVICS YOUTH FELLOWSHIP - Hybrid/Washington, DC

(2023-08 - 2024-05)

• Promoted civic education through outreach and public-facing initiatives
• Participated in policy discussions and national convening in Washington, DC

Student Intern - SMITHSONIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY - Hybrid/Washington, DC

(2025-09 - 2025-05)

• Developed educational content on U.S. history and civic institutions
• Collaborated with staff on public programming and digital outreach

Tutor/Teaching Assistant - YOUTH TUTORS - Remote

(2023-01 - 2024-04)

• Intructed students across subjects; strengthened communication and mentorship skills

Co-Founder and Artist - HENNA BY KHYATI AND KRITIKA - Henna Booth - Jersey City, NJ

(2018-07)

Annually

• Managed operations and client services; donated proceeds to charitable causes

Home Care Aide - PUBLIC PARTNERSHIPS - Jersey City, NJ

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Provided direct care to elderly patients; demonstrating responsibility and discretion

Crisis Counselor Volunteer - CRISIS TEXT LINE - Remote

(2024-08 - 2025-08)

• Delivered confidential, real-time support in high pressure situations

Volunteer - MARION BRANCH LIBRARY - Jersey City, NJ

(2020-06)

Annual

• Tutored youth; supported educational programming

Member - KAI COALITION - Secaucus, NJ

(2023-09 - 2024-06)

• Participated in public health advocacy and addiction prevention campaigns

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and English and Creative Writing - GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (2028-05)

Completed coursework - constitutional law, criminal law, and legal argumentation - NYU SCHOOL OF LAW - High School Law Institute (HSLI) (2022-08 - 2023-03)

HIGH TECH HIGH SCHOOL (2024-06)