Daniel Schorr
Burlington
Summary
Recent college graduate and Commissioned Second Lieutenant with strong research, writing, analytical, leadership, and communication skills. Proven experience in historical research, team supervision, and editorial work demonstrating a commitment to excellence and collaboration. Passionate about policy research and dedicated to collaborative problem-solving in public service. Eager to leverage expertise to contribute to impactful initiatives that drive meaningful change.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Boston College History Department
Chestnut Hill, MA
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted historian Dr. Martin Summers with research for his forthcoming book.
- Read, analyzed, and summarized more than 60 primary-source medical journals; identified themes and built a detailed bibliography with consistent citations.
Grounds Crew Member
Boston College Athletics
Chestnut Hill, MA
05.2023 - Current
- Operate and maintain equipment used to support athletic facilities, fields, and event spaces.
- Improve field presentation, cleanliness, and safety through mowing, debris removal, walkway clearing, and equipment upkeep.
Cultural Property Protection Intern
Fort Drum Cultural and Environmental Preservation, U.S. Army
Fort Drum, NY
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with Dr. Laurie Rush, Chief Archaeologist and Native Liaison at Fort Drum, home of the 10th Mountain Division.
- Conducted research on International Humanitarian Law in the context of cultural preservation.
- Learned archaeological survey methods, participated in field digs, and discussed cultural property protection with Native, Canadian, and American diplomats and military officers.
Classroom Technology Assistant
Boston College Media Technology Services
Chestnut Hill, MA
09.2022 - Current
- Help faculty troubleshoot audio, display, and classroom technology issues during instruction; transport and set up equipment across campus.
Education
B.A. - History; Minor in General Business
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05-2026
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St. John's Preparatory High School
Danvers, MA06-2022
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Group leadership
- Communication
- Strong writing skills
- Research skills
- Strong work ethic
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
- Army ROTC Cadet, Liberty Battalion - Boston College
- Selected to serve as Boston College Company Commander for Spring 2026, supervising more than 50 cadets.
- Organize events and fundraisers; develop leadership and decision-making skills through tactical exercises and regular training.
- Ranger Challenge and Color Guard Team member; experienced in endurance events, drill, and ceremony.
RESEARCH, WRITING, AND CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
- Undergraduate Honors Thesis Program: wrote an 80-page thesis on underground music and property values in Manhattan after more than a year of research and archival work.
- Head Editor, The Gavel Sports Section: supervise 10 staff writers, edit articles, and coordinate section standards with the managing board.
- Freshman League Captain: mentor eight first-year students and help coordinate programming, budgeting, and weekly reflection.
- Honoree, Denver Award: nominated for best freshman essay during the 2022-2023 academic year; studied the History of the Mediterranean in Venice in June 2024.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACTIVITIES
- Airborne Qualified: completed United States Army Airborne School at Fort Moore, Georgia.
- Proficient in Excel and Python
- Summer employment: Warehouse Associate at Humboldt Moving & Storage; Lifeguard and Swim Teacher at Goldfish Swim School.
- Athletics: intramural sports; St. John's Prep varsity volleyball four-year letterwinner, two-year captain, two-time MVP, and Boston Globe/Boston Herald All-Scholastic honoree.
- Music enthusiast and bass guitar player.
Timeline
Cultural Property Protection Intern
Fort Drum Cultural and Environmental Preservation, U.S. Army
07.2024 - 08.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Boston College History Department
06.2024 - 09.2024
Grounds Crew Member
Boston College Athletics
05.2023 - Current
Classroom Technology Assistant
Boston College Media Technology Services
09.2022 - Current
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St. John's Preparatory High School
B.A. - History; Minor in General Business
Boston College