Betül Uçar
International Relations Student
Istanbul
Summary
Motivated International Relations student with hands-on experience in diplomacy, corporate communications, and educational projects. Proven ability to manage foreign delegations, conduct research, and contribute to high-profile events through internships at the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality and Türkiye Finance Participation Bank. Skilled in communication, content creation, and event planning, with a passion for fostering youth engagement and gender equality. Adept at collaborating in both academic and professional environments, and committed to making a meaningful impact in local and international politics.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Intern at the Directorate of Foreign Relations, Department of Foreign Relations
ISTANBUL METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
10.2023 - 1 2024
- Wrote news about current developments in foreign policy for the weekly newsletter.
- Played an active role in hosting foreign delegations visiting the municipality
- Made preliminary preparations and research for the foreign delegations that will visit the Mayor and the Municipality.
Member of Parliament, United Nations Summit
TURKIYE IIBF CLUBS ASSOCIATION
İstanbul, Istanbul
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Blogged about the activities of UN Women.
Corporate Communications Intern, Corporate Communications Department
TURKIYE FINANCE PARTICIPATION BANK
İstanbul, Istanbul
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted in the planning, set up, and running of several events in the corporate office and outside events.
- Brainstormed programming and promotional ideas for Türkiye Finance.
Part Time Worker, Domestic Promotion Office
ÖZYEĞİN UNIVERSITY
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Introduced Özyeğin University and international relations department online and on campus to candidates.
- Contributed the general operation and promotion of the domestic promotion office.
Education
Bachelor's - Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of International Relations, Minor in Department of Business Administration
ÖZYEĞİN UNIVERSITY
İstanbul 04.2020 - Current
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ŞEHİT TURGUT SOLAK SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2016 - 01.2020
Skills
MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
R programming
Advanced English
A2 level Spanish
Certification
International Relations and Foreign Policy - School for Young Women-TURKIYE European Foundation
Extracurricular Activities
Vice President, Özyeğin Diplomacy Club (10/2023 - Present) Team member, Özyeğin Business Club (2020 - 2022)
Projects
ÖZYEĞİN UNIVERSITY, Istanbul, Istanbul, TURKIYE, 11/2021, 12/2021, Instructor, Nişantepe Education Support Project, Held workshops with middle school students in need ÖZYEĞİN UNIVERSITY, Istanbul, Istanbul, TURKIYE, 11/2020, 02/2021, Instructor, Digital Study Project, Gave English lessons to socioeconomically disadvantaged students
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 06/08/2002
Volunteer work
Özyeğin University – Istanbul, TURKIYE
Instructor, Nişantepe Education Support Project (11/2021 - 12/2021)
- Led workshops for disadvantaged middle school students.
Instructor, Digital Study Project (11/2020 - 02/2021)
- Taught English to socioeconomically disadvantaged students.
Timeline
Intern at the Directorate of Foreign Relations, Department of Foreign Relations
ISTANBUL METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
10.2023 - 1 2024
Member of Parliament, United Nations Summit
TURKIYE IIBF CLUBS ASSOCIATION
08.2023 - 10.2023
Corporate Communications Intern, Corporate Communications Department
TURKIYE FINANCE PARTICIPATION BANK
08.2023 - 09.2023
Part Time Worker, Domestic Promotion Office
ÖZYEĞİN UNIVERSITY
07.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor's - Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of International Relations, Minor in Department of Business Administration
ÖZYEĞİN UNIVERSITY
04.2020 - Current
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ŞEHİT TURGUT SOLAK SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2016 - 01.2020