ESRA TURHAN

I'm an interior architecture student with a passion for creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces. My skills in design, problem-solving, and attention to detail have driven my success in academic projects and creative endeavors. I'm motivated by the challenge of blending beauty with practicality, and I thrive on bringing innovative ideas to life. Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.

• Drawing
• Volleyball
• Swimming
• Painting
• Sculpting
• Cinema

UCLA TeenArch Program, Los Angeles, 07/24, 07/24 Volunteer at Marti-Maryland Turkish-American Inhabitants, Columbia, 08/22, 03/24, Participated in workshops and provided tutoring in Turkish to seven Turkish-American children aged 8-12, fostering language proficiency and cultural connection. Additionally, tutored children aged 8-9 in drawing, nurturing their artistic skills and creativity through personalized instruction. Internship at Turhan Law PC, New York City, 07/22, 02/23, Drafted and filed non-immigrant visa petitions, including E2 (Treaty Investor visas), O1 (Individual with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement). Coordinator at Mesom, Inc., Rockville, MD, 07/22, 08/24, Assisted my non-English speaking family in communicating with customers and drafting customer feedback emails, ensuring effective and professional correspondence. Additionally, I took on the responsibility of creating, organizing, and updating the family business database, contributing to the efficient management of operations.

• Turkish
• English