Erick Bomett
Manassas
Summary
Early-career international studies researcher with experience in open-source research, data collection, and analytical writing focused on African regional and political developments. Skilled in synthesizing information from media and think-tank sources with strong attention to detail and source verification. Seeking to contribute to applied research efforts supporting government and institutional decision-making.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Academic Researcher – International Studies
Northern Virginia Community College - Annandale Campus
Manassas
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted open-source research using academic journals, policy briefs, international media, and think tank publications.
- Collected and organized data related to political and regional developments in Africa.
- Analyzed trends and unfolding events using multiple independent sources.
- Synthesized complex information into concise written analyses
- Maintained high attention to detail when verifying sources and facts.
- Completed research projects analyzing political developments in Sub-Saharan Africa using open-source reporting.
Education
Associate of Arts - International Relations
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA 12.2023 - 02.2026
Skills
- Open-source research and data collection
- Media and think-tank source review
- Analytical writing and summarization
- Source verification and fact-checking
- Attention to detail
- Excel / Google Sheets (basic–intermediate)
- Data organization and tracking
- Familiarity with Python
- International relations in Africa
- Political and social analysis
- English
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Swahili
Full Professional
Timeline
Academic Researcher – International Studies
Northern Virginia Community College - Annandale Campus
12.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - International Relations
Northern Virginia Community College
12.2023 - 02.2026