Research Intern at TÜSİAD EU-Brussels Representative Office

Drafted policy-focused newsletters and analytical research papers on EU-Turkey relations, green transition policies, and digitalization, strengthening strategic insight into European policy frameworks. Attended high-level EU policy conferences at think tanks such as EPC, CEPS, and Bruegel to monitor and synthesize developments in EU institutions. Supported public diplomacy efforts through guest coordination and stakeholder engagement at receptions hosted by the Turkish Consulate and TÜSİAD, including the 100th Year Republic Day celebration.

News Intern at Teyit.org

Created informative and engaging social media content during the 2023 Turkish Presidential Elections. Combined journalism, data analysis, and digital storytelling in coverage strategies. Fact-checked over 200 political claims and authored blogs to expose misleading narratives. Tracked disinformation patterns and contributed to media policy insights. Supported efforts to enhance electoral literacy and democratic participation.

Research Assistant at Center for Democracy Research

Built a digital parliamentary monitoring tool using Excel, enabling stakeholders to track legislative behavior and improve transparency in Turkish politics. Supported democratic accountability and advocacy efforts by contributing to a database facilitating media and NGO engagement with parliamentary data.

Research Intern at Istanbul Policy Center – Sabancı University – Stiftung Mercator Initiative

Conducted research on democratization, climate governance, and conflict resolution, contributing to policy briefs and reports used by academic and policy communities. Assisted in event planning, administrative coordination, and preparation of the IPC Annual Activity Report, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder outreach. Produced daily national and international press readers, distilling complex political and economic developments for a policy-focused audience.

Consultant at 180 Degrees Consulting Bilkent

Delivered strategic consulting on SaaS integration, CRM systems, and business development for Arya Women Investment Platform. Conducted KPI-based performance tracking and sales strategy recommendations in a five-member interdisciplinary team, applying practical solutions for social enterprise scaling. Demonstrated adaptability, client communication, and solution-oriented teamwork in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Intern at Originn Coworking

Supported planning and execution of cultural and professional events, including collaborations with the Embassy of the Netherlands and local arts organizations. Contributed to community engagement initiatives and co-created website content, blending event coordination with digital storytelling. Assisted in fostering a multidisciplinary coworking ecosystem by supporting creative and entrepreneurial collaborations.

Volunteer at Good4Trust.org

Conducted research on ethical producers and supported the creation of local markets. Wrote educational content and coordinated storytelling efforts for grassroots initiatives. Contributed to ecological awareness campaigns and sustainable food system outreach. Organized public events and assisted in communication strategies for community engagement.

Volunteer at Buğday Association for Supporting Ecological Living

Promoted sustainable living models and helped implement ecological education activities. Supported communication, outreach, and logistics for eco-activism initiatives. Collaborated with local communities to amplify environmental and social justice issues.

Research Intern at TÜSİAD EU-Brussels Representative Office

Drafted policy-focused newsletters and analytical papers on EU-Turkey relations, green transition policies, and digitalization; attended EU policy conferences; supported public diplomacy through guest coordination and stakeholder engagement at Turkish Consulate and TÜSİAD receptions.

News Intern at Teyit.org

Created informative social media content during the 2023 Turkish Presidential Elections; combined journalism, data analysis, and digital storytelling; fact-checked over 200 political claims; tracked disinformation patterns and contributed to electoral literacy efforts.

Research Assistant at Center for Democracy Research

Built a digital parliamentary monitoring tool using Excel to track legislative behavior and improve transparency; supported democratic accountability and NGO engagement with parliamentary data.

Research Intern at Istanbul Policy Center – Sabancı University – Stiftung Mercator Initiative

Conducted research on democratization, climate governance, and conflict resolution; assisted in event planning and IPC Annual Activity Report; produced daily national and international press readers.

Consultant at 180 Degrees Consulting Bilkent

Delivered strategic consulting on SaaS integration, CRM systems, and business development for Arya Women Investment Platform; conducted KPI-based performance tracking and sales strategy recommendations within an interdisciplinary team.