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Nora Rifai
Douglassville
Summary
Hardworking and dedicated undergraduate student at The Pennsylvania State University working towards a B.A. in Public Relations, with minors in Legal studies & Psychology. Seeking to showcase my strong communication and organizational skills to effectively serve your company in an internship position. I am committed, dependable, and prepared to contribute to team success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Penn State Department of Sociology & Criminology
University Park, PA
01.2026 - Current
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty to enhance classroom engagement.
- Graded assignments and provided constructive feedback to support student learning outcomes.
- Maintained communication between students and faculty to address concerns promptly.
- Utilized educational technology tools to streamline administrative tasks and enhance learning experiences.
Retail Sales Associate
Aerie By American Eagle
Pottstown, PA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted customers in selecting products and resolving inquiries, enhancing shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team to maintain visual merchandising standards and product displays.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accurate sales reporting.
- Supported inventory management through restocking shelves and organizing stock effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets and improve store performance.
- Engaged with customers to promote loyalty programs, enhancing customer retention efforts.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
Host
Mount Penn Family Restaurant
Reading, PA
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Welcomed guests and managed seating arrangements to optimize flow and enhance dining experience.
- Managing waitlists efficiently during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on restaurant policies, guest interaction protocols, and menu knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of waiting area to create inviting atmosphere for guests.
- Coordinated reservations and communicated special requests to service staff promptly.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to manage flow of orders, minimizing delays during busy periods.
- Managed inventory of menus and promotional materials, ensuring ample supply for guests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA12-2027
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Complex Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Research skills
Interests
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Penn State Department of Sociology & Criminology
01.2026 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Aerie By American Eagle
05.2025 - 08.2025
Host
Mount Penn Family Restaurant
11.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Pennsylvania State University