Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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AWARDS & RECOGNITION
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Mariana Mikhael

New Brunswick,NJ

Overview

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Work History

Summer Research Intern

Clemson University – Summer Program for Research Interns (SPRI)
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Conducted a 6-week intensive research project in the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
  • Researched optimization of a five-channel microfluidic device to study cell-to-cell communication in the tumor microenvironment using transwell assays and microfluidic platforms
  • Strengthened lab, data analysis, and presentation skills
  • Presented findings at Clemson University and the Governors School of Science and Math to professors and other researchers.

Student Volunteer

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
- 01.2023
  • Volunteered 50+ hours across pathology, radiology, and nursing departments
  • Supported staff with organizational tasks and patient care needs; recognized for service contributions

Student Intern (Neurosurgery Department)

Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
06.2024
  • Shadowed neurosurgeons and observed live surgeries, gaining insight into critical care and advanced medical procedures

Marketing Assistant

South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM)
  • Supported campus outreach and communications
  • Student Council Social Media & Communications Officer: Managed digital outreach, coordinated event promotions, and increased student engagement
  • Bollywood Cultural Club Marketing Director: Designed and distributed promotional content to grow cultural awareness
  • DECA Marketing Director: Led marketing campaigns for competitions and schoolwide initiatives

Children’s Ministry Leader & Marketing Support

St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
01.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated youth programming and summer camps
  • Supported church communications through photography, social media, and digital outreach

Founder & Photographer

MM Takes Photos
01.2021 - Current
  • Built a personal photography business specializing in portraits, graduations, proms, weddings, and retreats
  • Partnered with school clubs and organizations for event photography and promotional campaigns

Education

High School Diploma -

Nation Ford High School
Fort Mill
08.2021 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Governors School of Science And Math
Hartsville, SC
2023.08 - 2025.05

Skills

  • Languages: Bilingual in Arabic and English, Proficient in Spanish (Honors II/III)
  • Technical Skills: Photography (Lightroom, Photoshop), Social Media Marketing, Event Promotion, Digital Design
  • Research Skills: Microfluidics, Cell Culture, Data Analysis, Lab Presentation Skills
  • Interests: Medical Neuroscience, Community Outreach, Choral Music, Creative Media

Certification

American Heart Association- CPR/BLS CERTIFIED - SEPTEMBER 2025

Timeline

Summer Research Intern

Clemson University – Summer Program for Research Interns (SPRI)
06.2024 - 07.2024

Student Intern (Neurosurgery Department)

Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
06.2024

High School Diploma -

Governors School of Science And Math
2023.08 - 2025.05

High School Diploma -

Nation Ford High School
08.2021 - 05.2023

Children’s Ministry Leader & Marketing Support

St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
01.2021 - Current

Founder & Photographer

MM Takes Photos
01.2021 - Current

Student Volunteer

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
- 01.2023

Marketing Assistant

South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM)

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) – 1st Place, State Competition, Certificate of Recognition – 50+ volunteer service hours at Novant Health, Outstanding Worship Leadership Award – St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
Mariana Mikhael