Jenny Rodriguez
About Jenny Rodriguez
Jenny Rodriguez is a Policy Analyst currently working at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants in Arlington, Virginia. She has a diverse background in international relations and has held various positions in organizations focused on policy and research related to refugees and development.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Jenny Rodriguez serves as a Policy Analyst at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing and analyzing policies that affect refugees and immigrants in the United States. Her work involves researching current issues, collaborating with stakeholders, and contributing to policy recommendations aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable populations.
Previous Experience at Refugees International
Prior to her current position, Jenny worked as a U.S. Domestic Policy Intern at Refugees International in 2020 for three months. During her internship in Washington, D.C., she assisted in policy analysis and research related to domestic refugee issues, gaining valuable insights into the challenges faced by refugees in the U.S.
Educational Background in International Relations
Jenny Rodriguez earned a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Global Studies with a minor in Government from The University of Texas at Austin, completing her studies from 2017 to 2020. She also achieved a Diploma of International Relations from a Spanish Perspective at Universidad Pontificia Comillas during a semester abroad in 2018. Additionally, she studied Spanish at Tecnológico de Monterrey as a summer exchange student in 2018.
Experience in Research and Policy Analysis
Jenny has a background in research and policy analysis, having worked as a Research Affiliate with Innovations for Peace and Development from 2018 to 2020. She contributed to the Data4Peace Team and the Governance and Development Team, focusing on data analysis and research initiatives aimed at promoting peace and development. Her experience also includes serving as a Council Intern for the City of Houston and a Congressional Intern for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Service with AmeriCorps
Jenny served as an AmeriCorps Service Member with the Texas Family Literacy Corps from 2020 to 2021. In this role, she worked to support literacy initiatives within the community, helping to promote educational opportunities for families in Houston, Texas.