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Zlata Tsymbaliuk

Washington DC

Summary

Senior high school student with sustained academic and practical engagement in political institutions, legislative processes, and international policy. Experience includes parliamentary and diplomatic internships, independent research in political theory, and leadership of a humanitarian initiative focused on institutional accountability.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President: School Youth & Government Program

2025 - Current

Contributed to legislative simulations through bill drafting, committee debate, and procedural coordination; supported peers in preparing policy proposals.

National Honor Society: Inducted Member

2025 - Current

Inducted in recognition of academic achievement, leadership, and service

Founder & President: Law & Politics School Club

2025 - Current

Established and led 40+ member academic club; organized structured debates, mock legislative sessions, and educational visits to Congress and the Supreme Court.

Global Studies Academy: Organizer & Member

2023 - Current

Participated in four-year program focused on comparative politics, international affairs, and advanced language study.

Member: Mock Trial

2023 - Current

Engaged in structured legal simulations; developed skills in case analysis and oral argumentation.

Founder & Director: Return Their Names Initiative

2023 - Current

Founded and led a humanitarian initiative documenting cases of forcibly displaced Ukrainian children; compiled verified information, wrote policy-oriented articles, and collaborated with volunteer organizations to raise awareness.

Member: Model United Nations

2023 - Current

Participated in international diplomacy simulations; researched geopolitical issues and represented assigned delegations in formal debate.

SAT Tutor: College Board Community Program

2025 - 2026

Invited to provide peer tutoring for SAT preparation; supported students in math and verbal sections through structured practice and review sessions while completing community service hours.

Human Resources Director: We Are Artistic Org

2024 - 2026

Oversaw recruitment and project coordination for 200+ member student organization; supported organizational structure and internal communications.

Legislative Intern: Verkhovna Rada(Parliament) Ukr

2025 - 2025

Assisted with legislative background research, reviewed policy materials, and supported communications with Members of Parliament; received formal letter of recognition.

Legal Intern: Sheybut & Partners Law Bureau

2022 - 2025

Completed multi-year internship observing legal proceedings and assisting with background research in international and administrative law; gained exposure to legal drafting and case preparation.

Volunteer Coordinator: Light and Safety (Aid Org)

2024 - 2024

Organized humanitarian aid drives and coordinated over 140 hours of volunteer distribution efforts for displaced Ukrainians.

Congressional Event Organizer: US Congress

2024 - 2024

Co-organized private congressional discussions on Ukrainian politics and international advocacy; coordinated logistics and facilitated dialogue with policymakers and scholars.

Intern: Embassy of Ukraine to the United States

2024 - 2024

Selected as the only high school intern among university students; shadowed diplomatic staff, assisted with congressional correspondence, and supported preparation for policy meetings and events. Assisted in communications with congressional offices and supported preparation for high-level policy meetings.

Researcher: Mentored by former Yale Lecturer

2023 - 2024

Authored four independent research papers in political science, ethics, and astrophysics under university-level mentorship; examined institutional structures and normative theory.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jackson-Reed High School
Washington DC
06-2026

Skills

    Research & Academic Skills:

  • Policy research
  • Legislative background review
  • Academic writing
  • Comparative political analysis

Accomplishments

  • John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize: Shortlisted
  • AP Scholar with Distinction
  • College Board National Recognition Award
  • ACSIMC International Math Competition: 1st Place (Strokes Division)
  • Letter of Recognition: Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
  • Letter of Recognition: Embassy of Ukraine
  • National Honor Society

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Italian
Limited Working

Timeline

Vice President: School Youth & Government Program

2025 - Current

National Honor Society: Inducted Member

2025 - Current

Founder & President: Law & Politics School Club

2025 - Current

Global Studies Academy: Organizer & Member

2023 - Current

Member: Mock Trial

2023 - Current

Founder & Director: Return Their Names Initiative

2023 - Current

Member: Model United Nations

2023 - Current

SAT Tutor: College Board Community Program

2025 - 2026

Human Resources Director: We Are Artistic Org

2024 - 2026

Legislative Intern: Verkhovna Rada(Parliament) Ukr

2025 - 2025

Legal Intern: Sheybut & Partners Law Bureau

2022 - 2025

Volunteer Coordinator: Light and Safety (Aid Org)

2024 - 2024

Congressional Event Organizer: US Congress

2024 - 2024

Intern: Embassy of Ukraine to the United States

2024 - 2024

Researcher: Mentored by former Yale Lecturer

2023 - 2024

High School Diploma -

Jackson-Reed High School