Leon Julca

Created data tables and graphics from raw data of wages, employment, and state-specific OSHA penalties across the United States over the past five years with Microsoft Excel. Annotated websites and handled paperwork for infographics to assist with presentations. Developed strong relationships with coworkers by being an active listener and a trustworthy, organized worker.

State Policy and Research Intern - The Economic Policy Institute - Washington, DC

(2025-06 - 2025-08)

• Created data tables and graphics from raw data of wages, employment, and state-specific OSHA penalties across the United States over the past five years with Microsoft Excel.
• Annotated websites and handled paperwork for infographics to assist with presentations.
• Developed strong relationships with coworkers by being an active listener and a trustworthy, organized worker.

Food Runner - El Presidente - Washington, D.C.

(2024)

• Worked 35-50 hours a week at a 6,000 sq ft Mexican restaurant seating 500+ in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
• Ran food to tables quickly, verbally communicated constantly with chefs, line cooks, servers, and additional runners.
• Built friendly relationships with customers and went out of my way to get to know a staff of 150 employees.
• Opened and closed the restaurant, became a worker others could rely on to take empty shifts, multitask in the kitchen, and be a trustworthy coworker.

Classical & Jazz Guitar Instructor - Cazadero Music Camp - Cazadero, CA

(2021-06 - 2021-07)

• Created music theory curriculum using Hal Leonard books and classical Chopin song books which instilled students with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in their cumulative final performance and personal skillset.
• Led rhythm section of Jazz Ensemble which involved writing song-structure documents, creating practice routines and training exercises, overseeing their successful results, and communicating problem areas to instructors.

Materials Handler - FedEx - Chesterfield, NH

(2022-06 - 2022-08)

• Carried packages up to 100lbs to load into semi-trailers and box trucks, accommodating a 3am-10am schedule.
• Sorted boxes by name and number at the fast pace of a conveyor belt, resulting in up to 5 box trucks organized and loaded at a time.

English Teacher - El Centro Volunteer Initiative (ECVI) - Lorain, OH

(2024-03 - 2025-05)

• Volunteered to aid members of the Lorain County community become proficient in the English language by creating lesson plans and teaching classes with other students.
• Completed educator training program including how to set boundaries, create healthy workplace relationships, and communicate curriculum effectively.

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a minor in Hispanic Studies and an integrative concentration in Comparative Politics - Oberlin College & Conservatory (2021-09 - 2025-12)

Completed courses - Spanish Grammar, Conversation, and Culture - Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Centro de Enseñanza para Extranjeros (2023-03 - 2023-06)

College courses - Calculus 1; German Language - Keene State College (2020-09 - 2021-06)