Mihret Erkalo
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Motivated and diligent criminal justice graduate seeking an entry-level position in the field of criminal justice and law. Offering a robust academic foundation, practical experience, and a passion for ensuring justice and upholding the law.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Teaching Assistant
Global Ethiopian Gospel Believers Church
Stone Mountain, USA
02.2022 - Current
- Assist in developing and implementing educational programs for at-risk youth, promoting positive behavior and personal growth
- Collaborate with instructors to create engaging lesson plans and activities that foster learning and skill development
- Provide individualized support and mentorship to students, promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Legal Assistant Intern
Dekalb County Public Defender's Office
Decatur, USA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Conducted intake interviews with clients arrested on felony charges
- Reviewed discovery materials, including police reports, surveillance videos and jail call recordings to identify potential legal issues and defenses
- Assisted with cases for trial, including preparing voir dire questionnaires, opening statements and cross-examination materials
- Drafted documents for investigation requests and mitigation presentations in preparation for defense
- Transcribed audio and video discovery, including body-worn camera footage, video recordings, and jail calls.
Administrative Assistant
Yeroel E-Commerce LLC
Stone Mountain, USA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Led a team of 10 employees, coordinating schedules, delegating tasks, and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
- Fostered a positive and collaborative team environment, promoting effective communication and teamwork
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance productivity and customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Legal Studies -
Georgia State University, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
Atlanta, GA05.2024
Associate of Science in Criminal Justice -
Georgia State University Perimeter College
Clarkston, GA05.2022
Skills
- Strong knowledge of American law, criminal justice systems, and criminological theories
- Proficient in conducting research, analyzing data, and writing reports
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work effectively in team settings and lead others
Coursework
- American Law
- American Criminal Courts
- Corrections
- Criminal Justice
- Policing in America
- Criminological Theory
- Research Methods in Criminal Justice
- Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice
Community Service
- Fulton County Court Watch Volunteer
- Ethiopian Red Cross Society, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
- Women Empowerment Club, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia.
- Law Student Association, Hawassa University, Ethiopia.
Accomplishments
- 6x President's List
- 3x Dean's List
- Member of the Alpha Phi Sigma Criminal Justice Honor Society
Timeline
Legal Assistant Intern
Dekalb County Public Defender's Office
01.2024 - 04.2024
Administrative Assistant
Yeroel E-Commerce LLC
06.2022 - 08.2022
Youth Teaching Assistant
Global Ethiopian Gospel Believers Church
02.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Legal Studies -
Georgia State University, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
Associate of Science in Criminal Justice -
Georgia State University Perimeter College
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