Service Security
Resume:
Omar Kallon
*** ******* ****, *** ********* NJ, 08901
**********@*****.***
Fluent in Modern Standard Arabic and the Egyptian dialect.
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Summary
1. Possess a secret security clearance.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suit.
3. Strong translation/interpretation skills.
4. Enjoys working in a diverse environment.
5. Enthusiastic, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills and abilities.
Education
2012
B.A. Degree in Middle Eastern Studies.
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.
Major G.P.A: 3.7.
2010-
Completion of Intensive Arabic Language Program
2011
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.
Career History
Intern at the International Rescue Committee, Elizabeth NJ. 2013-
present
● Process Iraqi refugees’ paperwork regarding Social Security and
Welfare.
● Translate official paperwork for the Iraqi refugees from English
to
Arabic.
● Provide simultaneous Arabic interpretation to Iraqi refugees
during clinic appointments, contract signings, and phone
conferences.
● Conduct Arabic presentations explaining the refugee program to
the Iraqi clients.
2003-
present
Volunteer Arabic Teacher at Dawatul Islamia of Somerset, Somerset
NJ.
1. Teach young children and adults Arabic alongside basic
Islamic concepts.
2. Construct the school’s syllabus and text book in Arabic and
English.
3. Assist in setting up special religious conventions and
programs.
6. Act as an ambassador of the organization to nearby
communities.
Intern at the State Department’s Foreign Service Institute, Washington 2012
D.C.
1. Interned in the Arabic Language Department within the
Foreign Service Institute.
2. Edited Arabic modules, recorded translated work, observed
teaching classrooms, attended conferences and wrote feedback
reports, and interviewed diplomats and ambassadors.
7. Completed E-Country Clearances.
8. Suggested the usage of translation mobile applications to
supervisors.
9. Aided in the administrative tasks of the department on a daily
basis.
10. Conducted conversation hours with the student-diplomats to
strengthen their command of the Arabic language.
11. Constructed immersion activities with the teachers.
Arabic Tutor at the Kreeger Center, Rutgers University, NJ. 2010-
2011
1. Helped students with their Arabic assignments, projects, and
exams.
2. Explained the cultural concept associated with the studied
materials.
12. Established special activities to teach basic Arabic grammar
concepts.
Memberships, Affiliations, Honors and Awards.
1. Member, Dawatul Islamia organization.
2. Member, African American Culture Club.
3. Member, Rutgers University Arabic Tutoring organization.
4. Member, The National Language Service Corps.
5. Won the National Dr. Carter G. Woodson High Academic Achievement
award.
6. Won the Congressional Achievement Award.
7. Won the Best Intern Award within the Language school at the Foreign
Service Institute.
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