Nino Parulava
Brooklyn,United States of America
Summary
As an international student from Georgia, I am drawn to international organizations and public sectors for the opportunity to contribute to global issues while gaining firsthand experience in multilateral cooperation. Through internships in these settings, I aim to deepen my understanding of diplomacy, policymaking, and international development—skills that are essential for my long-term goal of working in public service or international governance. These roles would allow me to bridge perspectives from my home country with global frameworks, strengthening both my professional trajectory and my commitment to meaningful international engagement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Consulate General of Georgia
New York, New York
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted Georgian citizens in the U.S. With consular, legal, and administrative services, including official documentation and records.
- Supported complex legal cases (divorce proceedings abroad, inheritance documentation, medical, and cross-jurisdictional records) under consular supervision.
- Drafted official correspondence and conducted formal communications with government institutions and public agencies.
- Liaised with government officials and departments to request, verify, and provide information in line with diplomatic protocols.
- Demonstrated strong professional discretion, communication skills, and teamwork in a high-responsibility, institutional environment.
Research Assistant
St. John's University
01.2022 - Current
- "Voting Through Crisis: Inflation, Identity, and the Making of the 2024 Presidential Mandate" with Dr. Diane J. Heith
- "Examining the Role of Revolutionary Ideology in the Collapse of the Soviet Union" with Dr. Michael A. Iasill
- "Shifting Coalitions: The Republican Party and Patterns of Party Realignment in U.S. Politics" with Professor Christopher Tremain
Volunteer Tutor
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided academic support to Georgian-speaking students adjusting to U.S. education.
- Developed custom learning plans and language assistance.
Member/Assistant - EcoLeaders School
Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Participated in a certified course on sustainable development, environmental policy, and civic engagement.
- Contributed to environmental awareness projects and governmental briefings.
Education
Major in Government & Politics, Minor in Economics -
St. John's University
New York, The United States of America05-2026
Skills
- Data analysis: quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Proficient in MS Office Suite
- Conducting assays
- Research reporting
- Leadership and civic engagement
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Research methodology
- Legal documentation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Project management
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Georgian, Native
References
- Maia Bartaia
Consul General of Georgia in New York
Office Number: +1 (212) 922-1722
Email: newyork.con@mfa.gov.ge
- Julieta Svanidze
Consul of Georgia in New York
Phone Number: +1 (929) 665-2552
- Dr. Uma Balakrishnan
Professor at St. John's University
Email: balakriu@stjohns.edu
Timeline
Intern
Consulate General of Georgia
03.2025 - 01.2026
Volunteer Tutor
09.2022 - 12.2024
Member/Assistant - EcoLeaders School
Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia
05.2022 - 07.2022
Research Assistant
St. John's University
01.2022 - Current
Major in Government & Politics, Minor in Economics -
St. John's University