Profile
Highly motivated, multicultural student skilled in mastering new languages thanks to heightened flexibility, cultural awareness, and global mobility combined with a passion for learning. Able to meet challenges with creative solutions and work well in fast-paced, ever-changing environments.

Education
B.A. in Islamic Studies, AMERICAN ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF CHICAGO, Chicago, IL (expected 2018)
3.75 GPA
Liberal Arts AA, DMACC, Des Moines, IA (expected Dec. 2015)
3.55 GPA | Presidential and Provost Awards for Good Academic Standing
ITR Certificate, DMACC, Des Moines, IA (expected Dec. 2015)
4.00 GPA
ESL Classes, Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo, IA, 2011-2012

Experience
KLARLINGUA, LLC, Pella, IA June-August 2015
Translation Services Intern
Working alongside an ATA-certified German>English translator to hone translation, editing, and proofreading skills while training in Microsoft Office suite, computer-assisted translation tools, and learning how to create a professional online presence and a translation services company.
 Obtained proficiency in SDL Trados Studio 2014 and MultiTerm 2014
 Increased personal glossary 6% with online research and terminology mining

Volunteer Work
EMBRACE RELIEF, non-profit organization, Chicago, IL 2014 to Present
Fundraising Volunteer / Shelters Volunteer
Help raise money for people in need, which includes organizing events and participating in them. Volunteer in shelters by cooking and serving food. Most recently, lead a project to collect and send blankets to hundreds of Syrian refugees in Turkey.

Language Proficiency
Language Reading Conversation Writing
German (native language): Excellent (C2) Excellent (C2) Excellent (C2)
English: Very Good (C1) Very Good (C1) Very Good (B2)
Turkish: Good (B1) Very Good (B2) Good (A2)
Arabic: Good (A2) Minimal (A1) Minimal (A1)
Note: Letter (number) specifies language proficiency as defined by the Council of Europe.

Professional Organizations
MATI (Midwest Association of Translators and Interpreters) since June 2015