Wafaa Amer
Davis,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and client-focused recent Political Science graduate with hands-on legal internship experience and a strong interest in business immigration law. Experienced in case support, document management, and client communication using legal platforms such as CLIO and MyCase. Adept at managing high-volume data, meeting strict deadlines, and maintaining accuracy in fast-paced environments. Committed to pursuing a career in immigration law and delivering high-quality, compliant casework.
Developed strong organizational and leadership skills in building management environment, focusing on ensuring safety and operational excellence. Proven ability to coordinate with teams, manage maintenance tasks, and handle vendor relationships effectively. Looking to transition into new field where these transferable skills can drive success and operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Supervisor
UC Davis Student Community Center
Davis, CA
08.2023 - Current
- - Oversee daily operations in a client-facing environment, ensuring high-quality service delivery
- - Coordinate events and manage logistics, balancing multiple priorities under tight timelines
- - Communicate effectively with diverse groups, demonstrating professionalism and problem-solving skills
Legislative & Communications Intern
Steinberg Institute
Sacramento, CA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- - Conducted legislative research and policy analysis, synthesizing complex information into clear summaries for internal use
- - Drafted professional communications including newsletters, press releases, and social media content
- - Coordinated stakeholder engagement efforts and tracked legislation to support advocacy initiatives
- - Managed multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
Legal/Data Intern
Ryan P. Friedman Law Firm
Sacramento, CA
12.2022 - 03.2023
- - Supported attorneys with case preparation, filing, and document organization for active legal matters
- - Utilized CLIO and MyCase platforms to track case progress, manage client information, and ensure timely follow-ups
- - Conducted legal and precedent research to assist with case development
- - Maintained organized digital records and ensured data accuracy across case files
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Sociology
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA03-2026
Skills
- Legal & Administrative: Case preparation, document review, legal research, data management, client communication
- Technical: CLIO, MyCase, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Google Workspace, R Studio
- Core Competencies: Attention to detail, time management, multitasking, adaptability, teamwork, written communication
- Microsoft office
- Employee scheduling
- Workflow coordination
- First aid trained
- Security systems
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Team coordination
- Task prioritization
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES
President, Arab Student Union — UC Davis Member, Pre-Law Society Member, Middle Eastern & Law Student Association (MELSA) President, Arab Student Union — UC Davis Member, Pre-Law Society Member, Middle Eastern & Law Student Association (MELSA)
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Legislative & Communications Intern
Steinberg Institute
09.2025 - 12.2025
Building Supervisor
UC Davis Student Community Center
08.2023 - Current
Legal/Data Intern
Ryan P. Friedman Law Firm
12.2022 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Political Science, Sociology
University of California, Davis
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Strong interest in immigration law and global mobility
- Fluent in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
- Available to work hybrid- in person in San Francisco