Sumayyah Khan
San Jose,CA
Summary
High-performing student with integrity and leadership skills. Applies knowledge and abilities to positively impact community. Flexible in different situations and challenging conditions. Seeking a learning opportunity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Muslim Student Association President
Wilcox High School
08.2021 - Current
- Communicated regularly with administration, district representatives, and SCUSD President regarding representation of Muslim voices in school.
- Organized and led 5+ events with 100+ attendees each on topics of awareness about Islamic faith and Palestinian experiences
- Recognized by Palestinian Cultural Community for going "Above and Beyond for the Community" with a $300 award
- Mobilized 100+ students and parents with email templates to send to the district
- Recognized by the nonprofit CAIR for club determination
- Overseeing how to coordinate with administration by organizing emails and monthly meetings
Legal Intern
Getachew & Ansari Immigration Attorneys
San Jose, CA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Assisted in analyzing legal issues and proposing potential solutions to attorneys.
- Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Provided efficient service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Assisted in completing immigration forms (e.g., asylum applications, work permits) to support case filings.
- Communicated with police, court, and other govt. departments to gather necessary records for client cases.
Speech and Debate Officer
Wilcox High School
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Outreach officer for 2.5 years - teaching middle school students at Don Callejon weekly about public speaking and popular debate formats
- Accumulated 70+ volunteering hours through Outreach and ability to communicate effectively to a younger age group while developing their confidence
- Current Vice President, overseeing officer positions and overall club organization with upcoming tournaments
Education
Adrian Wilcox High School
Santa Clara, CA05-2025
Skills
- Tactical implementation
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Skills
- Community Outreach
- Proficient Researcher
- Positive and professional
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Urdu
Professional
Timeline
Legal Intern
Getachew & Ansari Immigration Attorneys
06.2024 - 08.2024
Speech and Debate Officer
Wilcox High School
10.2021 - 05.2024
Muslim Student Association President
Wilcox High School
08.2021 - Current
Adrian Wilcox High School