Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
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Santiago Lopez

701 Marilyn Avenue

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Public Defender Intern

Public Defender's Office
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted attorneys with case preparation, including organizing files, reviewing discovery materials, and summarizing evidence
  • Attended court hearings and observed legal proceedings to gain firsthand experience in criminal defense processes
  • Maintained client confidentiality and handled sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
  • Prepared and proofread legal documents such as motions, affidavits, and case summaries
  • Gained insight into the criminal justice system and the rights of indigent defendants

Factory Production Worker

Aluminum Insights LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Operated machinery and followed production instructions to ensure quality aluminum parts
  • Performed visual inspections to detect defects and maintain product standards
  • Worked as part of a team to meet daily production goals and solve on-the-line issues

Cadet

Indiana University Public Safety
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted sworn officers with campus patrols, traffic direction, and community engagement
  • Observed and reported suspicious activities, contributing to a safer campus environment
  • Acted as a visible presence to deter misconduct and provide assistance to students and staff
  • Learned proper use of radio communication and basic police protocol in real-world scenarios
  • Developed strong situational awareness, problem-solving, and conflict de-escalation skills
  • Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and respect while representing the department on and off duty

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
07-2025

Skills

  • Communication Skills – Gained through client interaction (public defender intern), teamwork (factory), and public engagement (cadet role)
  • Attention to Detail / Report Writing – Critical for legal documents, quality control in manufacturing, and documenting incidents as a cadet
  • Professional Conduct & Ethics – Maintained confidentiality in legal work, followed safety standards in the warehouse, and upheld law enforcement integrity
  • Team Collaboration – Worked effectively in team settings across legal, industrial, and public safety environments

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams—from attorneys and clients to production staff and campus officers—to meet shared objectives and maintain high professional standards.
  • Contributed to the successful preparation of legal defense materials, including organizing case files, reviewing evidence, and supporting attorneys in pre-trial procedures.
  • Supported campus safety operations as a Cadet with Indiana University Police, assisting with patrols, incident documentation, and public engagement.
  • Adapted quickly to diverse roles and environments, demonstrating strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to learn new systems and procedures.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Public Defender Intern

Public Defender's Office
09.2024 - 12.2024

Factory Production Worker

Aluminum Insights LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024

Cadet

Indiana University Public Safety
08.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Indiana University Bloomington
Santiago Lopez