Melinda Platt
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at The Advocates for Human Rights, skilled in multilingual communication and legal documentation. Proven ability to conduct thorough research and present findings effectively. Proficient in Microsoft 365 and adept at managing client relations, ensuring seamless interactions and support for diverse populations.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Global Scholars Program Intern
Alpha Education
Toronto, Canada
09.2024 - Current
- Member of internship team partnering with NGO that advocates reconciliation and peace building through awareness of the impact of WWII in Asia.
- Researched the impact of WWII in Asia.
- Created and administered survey to document University of Michigan students’ understanding of the impact of WWII in Asia.
- Develop college curriculum to educate students on the history and impact of WWII in Asia.
- Spearhead professional communication between the intern team and the NGO.
Immigration Legal Services Intake Intern
The Advocates for Human Rights
Minneapolis, MN
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted intake interviews with asylum seekers in French, Spanish, and English; drafted case notes and non-legal assessments for attorneys.
- Researched and wrote country condition reports; presented findings in weekly case deliberations.
- Acted as liaison between lawyers and clients, managing communications, scheduling, and document translation.
- Assisted clients with Social Security and work authorization applications; maintained case records and tracking systems.
Campaign Fellow
Don Samuels Campaign for Congress
Minneapolis, MN
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed promotional material for pamphlets and social media.
- Organized volunteers and volunteer programming.
- Performed fundraising calls with the candidate.
- Engaged in voter outreach through tabling, phone banking, meet and greets and attending events on behalf of the candidate.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, French
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05.2027
Bachelor of Arts - Undeclared
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO05.2024
Skills
- Spanish and French language proficiency (experience in translation)
- Hebrew language proficiency
- Microsoft 365 Suite expertise
- Google Workspace applications knowledge
- Legal Server experience
Locations
- Ann Arbor, MI
- Minneapolis, MN
Extracurricular And Volunteer Experience
- Michigan Foreign Policy Council (MFPC), Ann Arbor, MI, Active Member, 09/25, Present
- Gerald R. Ford Leadership Forum, U-M Chapter, Ann Arbor, MI, Active Member, 09/24, Present
- Enseña, Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO, Elementary School Tutor, 09/23, 05/24
- Colorado College Injustice Watch, Colorado Springs, CO, Participant, 09/23, 12/23
- WATCH, The Advocates for Human Rights, Minneapolis, MN, Volunteer Court Monitor, 08/22, 12/22
- Reading Partners, AmeriCorps, Minneapolis, MN, Reading Tutor, 08/22, 05/23
Languages
Spanish
Professional
French
Professional
Hebrew
Limited
Accomplishments
- Presidential Scholarship Recipient- Colorado College
Timeline
Immigration Legal Services Intake Intern
The Advocates for Human Rights
05.2025 - 08.2025
Global Scholars Program Intern
Alpha Education
09.2024 - Current
Campaign Fellow
Don Samuels Campaign for Congress
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, French
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts - Undeclared
Colorado College
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