A ​Global Learning Medallion and Gilman Scholar.
Resume/CV
Professional Summary
Melanie Chiurliza graduated from Florida International University's Political Science undergraduate program in 2020 with a minor in International Relations. She went on to participate in a summer program in 2018 at Ritsumeikan University as a Gilman Scholar while pursuing a Japanese Studies Certificate. Upon her return, she was hired at the Miami-Dade Public Library System and was also accepted as an Intern at the Florida Delegation, Southeast U.S./Japan Association, Inc. In both these positions, she has been able to obtain experience in clerical duties, customer service, among other skills.
Skills
Writing Research Japanese Spanish Administration
Social Media American Sign Language Clerical Duties
Customer Service Event Planning Adaptability
Work Experience
February 2019 - Present
Library Page at Miami-Dade Public Library System
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Organized library items in correspondence to the Dewey Decimal System
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Assisted patrons in person and over the phone in search of items using the library’s database
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Classified new items within the library’s catalog and database
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Coordinated various events and activities held at the library alongside coworkers
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Distributed Reemployment Assistance forms alongside coworkers during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Aided members of the community in finding information regarding COVID-19 tests, vaccination, and other resources
May 2019 - March 2020
Intern at Florida Delegation, Southeast U.S./Japan Association, Inc.
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Handled administrative and clerical duties, including the coordination of meetings and office schedules
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Organized membership applications, registration forms for the Annual Joint Meeting, invoices, and letters
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Researched economic ties between the U.S. and Japan as well as news material for the organization’s newsletter
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Trained new interns that joined the organization
Education
August 2016 - April 2020
Florida International University
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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
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Minor in International Relations
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Japanese Studies Certificate
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3.8 GPA
June 2018
Ritsumeikan University
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​FIU Study Abroad Program: Intensive Language and Culture in Kyoto
August 2012 - June 2016
Miami Lakes Educational Center
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Information Technology Academy
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Web Design and Development​
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3.9 GPA
Awards
April 2018
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
August 2017 – April 2020
Student Government Association Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship
December 2016 – December 2019
Dean's List
Interests
Melanie has an interest in diplomacy, especially in the continued fortification of American and Japanese ties. She also has a passion for human rights, studying foreign languages, and the effects of national soft power. Melanie is also fascinated by how psychology, language, culture, and politics intersect. Whenever Melanie is not studying or working shifts at the public library, she enjoys knitting and creative writing.