Bergman Resume
Rivka Bergman
30210 Westgate Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 • ------------ • ------------
Education
University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelor of Arts in English May 2020
Work Experience
Research Assistant Jerusalem, Israel
Yad Ben Zvi Institute: Documentation Center for North African Jewry During WWII June-August 2019
• Analyze and abstract 700 documents from the British Foreign Office during World War II to further research on governments’ positions towards Jews, non-Jewish civilians, and friendly and hostile nations during WWII
• Construct and maintain database of document abstracts to improve access to historical records for public use
• Edit presentations, online posts, and web content written by non-native English to improve clarity of content and inform the general public about lesser-known Holocaust- and WWII-related events
• Photograph Institute events to promote the institute’s services and increase future attendance
Peer Writing Tutor Ann Arbor, MI
University of Michigan Sweetland Writing Center Sept. 2018 – Present
? Tutor students in technical, organizational, and ideational aspects of writing in order to improve individual papers and writers’ overall capabilities
? Provide feedback on essays, PowerPoints, speeches, poetry, and any other writing or media a student may bring
? Work with ESL (English as a Second Language) students to help them gain confidence and skill in American academic discourse
Research Assistant Ann Arbor, MI
University of Michigan Undergraduate Research Oct.2017– April 2018
? Read and review contenders on the Phoenix Award for Children’s Literature’s long list to determine quality of writing, story, and lasting saliency in order to establish a short list
? Research reading history of past presidents to investigate trends in presidential literacy and potential impact of literature on their values and world view
? Produce letters to possible contributors What the White House Read: Stories that Shaped Our Nation’s Leaders
Marketing Intern Detroit, MI
Clark Hill PLC, law firm May – July 2017
? Write and edit company press releases and newsletters regarding new hires, events, and awards to inform employees and clients of company updates
? Organize bi-annual national convention for twelve U.S. offices through creation of marketing material and invitations, and records of hotel, flight, and dietary needs
? Create web content for HR advisory services detailing services offered and uses of provided employee checklists and documents
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Additional Experience
Book Club Co-Chair and Active Member Ann Arbor, MI
Alpha Phi Omega, community service fraternity Jan. 2017 – Present
? Organize and run member book club to foster fellowship and friendships within fraternity
? Volunteer in various service events (reading to children, cooking and serving at soup kitchens, working at blood drives, etc.) to create strong community bonds and provide assistance to those in need
Skills
Hebrew (proficient), writing, editing, tutoring, organization, communication, literary analysis
Rivka Bergman
30210 Westgate Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 • ------------ • ------------
Education
University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelor of Arts in English May 2020
Work Experience
Research Assistant Jerusalem, Israel
Yad Ben Zvi Institute: Documentation Center for North African Jewry During WWII June-August 2019
• Analyze and abstract 700 documents from the British Foreign Office during World War II to further research on governments’ positions towards Jews, non-Jewish civilians, and friendly and hostile nations during WWII
• Construct and maintain database of document abstracts to improve access to historical records for public use
• Edit presentations, online posts, and web content written by non-native English to improve clarity of content and inform the general public about lesser-known Holocaust- and WWII-related events
• Photograph Institute events to promote the institute’s services and increase future attendance
Peer Writing Tutor Ann Arbor, MI
University of Michigan Sweetland Writing Center Sept. 2018 – Present
? Tutor students in technical, organizational, and ideational aspects of writing in order to improve individual papers and writers’ overall capabilities
? Provide feedback on essays, PowerPoints, speeches, poetry, and any other writing or media a student may bring
? Work with ESL (English as a Second Language) students to help them gain confidence and skill in American academic discourse
Research Assistant Ann Arbor, MI
University of Michigan Undergraduate Research Oct.2017– April 2018
? Read and review contenders on the Phoenix Award for Children’s Literature’s long list to determine quality of writing, story, and lasting saliency in order to establish a short list
? Research reading history of past presidents to investigate trends in presidential literacy and potential impact of literature on their values and world view
? Produce letters to possible contributors What the White House Read: Stories that Shaped Our Nation’s Leaders
Marketing Intern Detroit, MI
Clark Hill PLC, law firm May – July 2017
? Write and edit company press releases and newsletters regarding new hires, events, and awards to inform employees and clients of company updates
? Organize bi-annual national convention for twelve U.S. offices through creation of marketing material and invitations, and records of hotel, flight, and dietary needs
? Create web content for HR advisory services detailing services offered and uses of provided employee checklists and documents
?
Additional Experience
Book Club Co-Chair and Active Member Ann Arbor, MI
Alpha Phi Omega, community service fraternity Jan. 2017 – Present
? Organize and run member book club to foster fellowship and friendships within fraternity
? Volunteer in various service events (reading to children, cooking and serving at soup kitchens, working at blood drives, etc.) to create strong community bonds and provide assistance to those in need
Skills
Hebrew (proficient), writing, editing, tutoring, organization, communication, literary analysis