Karina Ramirez Gonzalez
San Marcos,CA
Summary
Hardworking first-generation Student offering part-time work experience and extensive knowledge of core subject matter. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational and communication skills. Aspiring to work in the legal and public policy field.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Chair & Chief of Staff
Associated Students Inc. Cal State San Marcos
2023.05 - Current
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Mentored new board members, providing guidance on roles, responsibilities, and expectations of the position.
- Represented the organization at public events, advocating for its mission and values in the community.
- Reviewed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop annual performance reviews for employees.
- Led the recruitment process for new board members, selecting candidates who aligned with the organization''s vision and objectives.
JusticeCorps Intern
AmeriCorps
2023.09 - Current
- Internship with the San Diego County Court under supervision of a lawyer from the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
- Delving into Unlawful Detainers and Restraining Orders
- Introduction to the Civil and Landlord/Tenant field
- Interacted with customers in-person to provide information.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
- Became a dual intern as of December 2023, working in the family law and civil law fields
Voces Nuevas Intern
Hispanic Associated Of Colleges And Universities
2023.09 - Current
- Opportunity to grow in your development of leadership and advocacy skills, fostering awareness and driving action around significant social issues
- 1 of 10 university students selected from California and Texas application pools
- Will end with a trip to Washington D.C. and a seat at HACU's Annual Capitol Forum
- Focus group working to create policies for Hispanic education and recognition as historically under represented students
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
JusticeCorps Intern
AmeriCorps
2022.09 - 2023.05
- Internship with the San Diego County Court in which I would get the chance to work with experienced attorneys, paralegals, and other interns with litigants in the family law field
- Trained to provide legal information to self–represented litigants to assist with resolving important legal matters
- Interacted with customers in-person to provide information.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- 106 Instances of Assistance recorded, 309 hours
- Certificate Issued by Superior Court of California, County of San Diego
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
California State University San Marcos
05.2025
Skills
- Advocacy & Lobbying
- Public Policy
- Civic Engagement & Education
- Customer Focused Service
- Meeting Coordination
- Project Support
- Presentations
- Social Media Posting
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Spanish Fluency
- Job Shadowing
Pages
- University Student Union Volunteer, Volunteered with USU Live as an Insider since October 2021, Became familiar with different organizations and departments within the USU building and USU Live suite, Demonstrated creativity in the promotion process of the podcast, developing marketing concepts that were shared on social media and coordinated events
- CSUSM CHABSS Global Commitment Committee, Spring 2023 participation, Participated and attended 7 international educational events to learn and teach about international relations, politics, and events to get involved in local legistatio, Earned the Global Competency Certificate
- HOPE HCLP Leadership Program, Completed in Fall of 2022, Leadership program for Latinas looking for academic and career success, Designed to engage Latina college students and recent grads to support them in developing their leadership, advocacy, and professional skills through training and access to a professional network
- TRIO Student Success Services, Program designed to help first generation students with low income backgrounds explore academic excellence throughout time at university, Minimum 3.0 GPA mandated along with extra requirements, Carried over from 4 years of TRIO Upward Bound in high school
- Alpha Lambda Delta, Honors society recognized by CSUSM for students who achieved a 3.5 GPA or higher their first year at CSUSM, Inducted into society officially May 2023, Provides campus and local service opportunities
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
JusticeCorps Intern
AmeriCorps
2023.09 - Current
Voces Nuevas Intern
Hispanic Associated Of Colleges And Universities
2023.09 - Current
Chair & Chief of Staff
Associated Students Inc. Cal State San Marcos
2023.05 - Current
JusticeCorps Intern
AmeriCorps
2022.09 - 2023.05
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
California State University San Marcos
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