Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Campus Leadership Involvement
Certification
Volunteer Experience
Timeline
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WERIS JAMA

Madison,WI
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WERIS JAMA

Summary

Dynamic Information Systems and Risk Management student on Pre-Law track at UW–Madison, possessing hands-on experience in legal clerking and academic mentoring. Strong skills in communication, research, and project management enhance ability to bridge technology and law. Committed to equity and advocacy, with a focus on empowering others through education and inclusive initiatives.

Overview

4
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

The Toro Company
Edina, USA

Legal Clerk
01.2025 - 05.2025

Job overview

  • Supported legal and compliance operations in corporate legal team.
  • Drafted contracts, conducted legal research, and prepared internal memos.

Career Exploration Center
Madison, WI

SOAR Peer Advisor
05.2024 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Assisted incoming students in navigating academic and career pathways at UW–Madison’s SOAR program.
    Guided students in formulating long-term academic and career objectives for future success.

Memorial High School
Madison, USA

People Program Tutor
09.2023 - 05.2024

Job overview

  • Provided academic support in math, English, and writing to high school students.
  • Encouraged college readiness and mentoring.

UW-Madison
Madison , WI

PEOPLE Residential Peer Mentor
06.2023 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Supported over 1,200 precollege students from low-income and first-generation backgrounds through academic tutoring, mentorship, and enrichment activities. Led college readiness workshops, provided one-on-one advising, and facilitated summer residential programming to prepare students for higher education success.
  • Supported lesson development and 1:1 tutoring.

UW-Madison
Madison, USA

Financial Aid Office Assistant
10.2022 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Helped students navigate federal and institutional financial aid processes.
  • Maintained student confidentiality and compliance.

The Toro Company
Edina, USA

Information Systems Intern
08.2021 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Collaborated on system design and data modeling with engineers across 26 states.

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison

BBA from Information Systems & Risk Management and Insurance (Pre-Law Track)
05-2026

Eagan High School

High School Diploma
06.2022

Inver Hills Community College

Associate of Arts from Liberal Arts with a Business Administration Minor
05.2022

Hennepin Technical College

Some College (No Degree) from Information Systems Summer Coursework
05-2021

Skills

  • Java
  • Python
  • Excel
  • Google Sheets
  • SQL
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Data analysis
  • Legal Research
  • Document Drafting
  • CPR Certified
  • Event Planning
  • Academic Mentoring

Campus Leadership Involvement

  • Marketing Chair, Somali Student Association, Fall 2025
  • Treasurer, Somali Student Association, 2024–2025
  • Member, Black History Month Planning Committee, 2024
  • Intern, Women in Business, 2024–2025
  • Speech & Debate Team Member, 2024–Present
  • Peer Leader, Undergraduate Pre-Law Society, 2024–Present
  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Liaison, Wisconsin School of Business, 2024–Present
  • Panel Host & Event Organizer, First-Gen Success Series, 2023–Present

Certification

  • CPR Certified – American Red Cross, 2023
  • Certified Legal Researcher (Introductory Level) – 2024
  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate – Coursera, 2024
  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Workshop Completion – UW–Madison, 2024
  • Outstanding Peer Mentor Award – UW–Madison PEOPLE Program, 2023
  • Academic Excellence Award – Eagan High School, 2022

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer, Como Park Conservatory — St. Paul, MN
    Jan 2025 – May 2025
    Assisted in plant care, educational tours, and community events focused on environmental awareness and horticulture.
  • Volunteer, Dakota County Community Gardens — Dakota County, MN
    Jan 2025 – May 2025
    Supported community gardening initiatives by helping with planting, maintenance, and organizing educational workshops.
  • Ambassador, Minnesota Zoo — Apple Valley, MN
    Dec 2021 – Feb 2022
    Represented the zoo at public events, promoting conservation efforts and visitor engagement programs.
  • Volunteer, Feed My Starving Children — Eagan, MN
    Dec 2014 – Aug 2022
    Participated in packing and distributing meals for global hunger relief, contributing to efficient operations supporting multiple countries.

Timeline

Legal Clerk

The Toro Company
01.2025 - 05.2025

SOAR Peer Advisor

Career Exploration Center
05.2024 - 09.2024

People Program Tutor

Memorial High School
09.2023 - 05.2024

PEOPLE Residential Peer Mentor

UW-Madison
06.2023 - 07.2023

Financial Aid Office Assistant

UW-Madison
10.2022 - 07.2023

Information Systems Intern

The Toro Company
08.2021 - 08.2022

University of Wisconsin-Madison

BBA from Information Systems & Risk Management and Insurance (Pre-Law Track)

Eagan High School

High School Diploma

Inver Hills Community College

Associate of Arts from Liberal Arts with a Business Administration Minor

Hennepin Technical College

Some College (No Degree) from Information Systems Summer Coursework

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