Aliana Sutherland
Jamaica,NY
Summary
Driven and adaptable student with collaborative and proactive approach. Possesses foundational knowledge in legal studies and demonstrated aptitude in critical thinking and problem-solving. Committed to contributing positively and achieving impactful results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Book Club Member
06.2022 - Current
- This club was a way for me to express myself through books.
- Being in this club taught critical thinking, communication, empathy, teamwork, time management, and literary analysis skills.
Student Aid Legal Intern
New York State Unified Court System
Queens, NY
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted the public by identifying appropriate legal petitions and guiding individuals through the filing process.
- Encouraged and helped people use the new DIY filing system to create a more efficient process.
- Gained knowledge by attending court cases. Learned from professionals such as judges and attorneys.
- Collaborated with fellow interns to write flyers informing the public of different resources in the court system.
Volunteer
Queens Public Library
06.2022 - 2025
- Volunteering at a library helped me develop organizational, communication, customer service, time management, technical, and research skills.
- Taught students and assisted with homework.
- Assisted patrons in locating resources and navigating library systems.
- Organized community events to promote literacy and engagement.
Clerical Aide Intern
Jamaica Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
- I interned at Jamaica Hospital as a clerical aide.
- Assisted in data entry and record management for patient information systems.
- Coordinated scheduling of appointments and managed front desk operations efficiently.
Moot Court/ Mock Trial Team Member
Hillcrest Highschool
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with team members and engaged with trial simulations in competition with teams from other schools
- Developed critical thinking and public speaking through the use of legal practices and procedures.
Justice For All
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Taught by federal judges and practicing lawyers, developed public speaking and advocacy skills through preparation for a moot court competition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
05-2029
No Degree -
Hillcrest High School
Jamaica, NY01.2025
Skills
- Creativity
- Canva
- Resourcefulness
- Hard-working
- Communication
- Organization
- Leadership
- Multitasking
- Quick Learner
- Positive Attitude
Timeline
Student Aid Legal Intern
New York State Unified Court System
07.2025 - 08.2025
Clerical Aide Intern
Jamaica Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Justice For All
03.2023 - 04.2023
Book Club Member
06.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Queens Public Library
06.2022 - 2025
Moot Court/ Mock Trial Team Member
Hillcrest Highschool
06.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
No Degree -
Hillcrest High School