Meera AlKhazraji
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Creative and detail-driven Interactive Media and Political Science student with hands-on experience in digital design, policy analysis, and physical computing. Skilled in building interactive installations, coding immersive digital experiences, and conducting mixed-methods research. Experienced across academic research teams, government-adjacent policy environments, and corporate compliance settings. Adept at translating complex information into clear, functional, and user-centered outputs — from multimedia projects to policy drafts and data coding.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Student Research Assistant
NYUAD
Abu Dhabi
2025.09 - 2025.12
- Collaborated with a faculty researcher to develop and refine a coding framework for large-scale Arabic-language media analysis.
- Conducted iterative validation checks, troubleshooting inconsistencies and improving the dataset’s reliability and research usability.
- Documented coding logic, decision rules, and edge cases to support reproducibility and integration into downstream analytical models.
Ethics & Compliance Intern
Mubadala Investment Company
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2025.06 - 2025.08
- Gained practical exposure to corporate compliance workflows, due-diligence procedures, and policy implementation.
- Supported BPDD reviews by checking business partner information, screening documentation, and organizing required materials.
- Assisted in drafting and refining Ethics & Compliance training decks.
- Prepared summaries, visual materials, and scenario-based examples for internal E&C presentations and training.
Student Research Assistant
New York University Abu Dhabi
2024.01 - 2025.05
- Structured and coded a dataset of 500+ Arabic articles, optimizing accessibility for research projects.
- Verified alignment of articles with research objectives, ensuring data integrity.
Khaleeji Arabic Curricular Designer
New York University Abu Dhabi
2023.08 - 2024.12
- Designed 10+ interactive lesson plans incorporating multimedia, social media content, and photography.
- Curated culturally authentic resources, enhancing language learning engagement.
J-Term Study Away Program
NYUAD
Washington, D.C., United States
2024.01 - 2024.01
- Studied regional diplomacy, U.S. foreign-policy making, and conflict resolution while embedded in Washington, D.C.’s policy environment.
- Conducted site visits across think tanks, government offices, and advocacy organizations.
- Co-authored a policy draft applying course concepts to contemporary regional issues.
Academic Tutor
Independent Volunteer
2021.01 - 2023.12
- Provided one-on-one academic support to 20+ high school students, improving performance.
- Customized lesson plans to suit individual learning styles, leading to measurable progress.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Political Science Major & Interactive Media Major
New York University Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates 2021.08 -
American High School Diploma -
American International School Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAESkills
Technical: Qualitative Coding Mixed-Methods Research Policy Drafting Physical Computing HTML/CSS/JavaScript/Python Adobe Studio
Creative: UX/UI Design Immersive Interactive Design
Core Competencies: Strategic Communication Initiative Analytical Problem-Solving Cross-Functional Collaboration Workflow Optimization
Accomplishments
- Al for Business Leaders for Nomu Al Ghurair TechUp Expert Certificate
- Generative Al for Business Leaders for Nomu Al Ghurair TechUp Expert Certificate
Fully Funded Scholarship from Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation to receive:
Timeline
Student Research Assistant
NYUAD
2025.09 - 2025.12
Ethics & Compliance Intern
Mubadala Investment Company
2025.06 - 2025.08
J-Term Study Away Program
NYUAD
2024.01 - 2024.01
Student Research Assistant
New York University Abu Dhabi
2024.01 - 2025.05
Khaleeji Arabic Curricular Designer
New York University Abu Dhabi
2023.08 - 2024.12
Bachelor's degree - Political Science Major & Interactive Media Major
New York University Abu Dhabi
2021.08 -
Academic Tutor
Independent Volunteer
2021.01 - 2023.12
American High School Diploma -
American International School Abu Dhabi