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Ibrahim Zeeshan

Champaign

Summary

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, with expected graduation in May 2027. Actively involved as a member of the Illinois Model United Nations, focusing on team facilitation and collaborative problem-solving, by simulating real-life UN debates, and the Illini Democrats, where efforts are directed toward canvassing, phone banking, and promoting progressive policies for Democratic candidates. My volunteer work with the American Muslim Community Organization has also emphasized teamwork and community support by packing and distributing food for families in need. Committed to fostering inclusive policies and bringing diverse perspectives to drive meaningful change through advocacy and collaboration.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Meghan Brinson
Champaign, IL
12.2025 - Current
  • Researches famous cases in American legal history
  • Research is to be published by Professor Meghan Brinson, with an acknowledgement of research work
  • Currently researching Alabama Student Party v. Student Government (1989)

Illinois Model UN
Champaign, IL
08.2024 - Current
  • Engages in simulations of UN debates
  • Competes against each other, and other universities
  • Refined debating and negotiating skills

Illini Democrats
Champaign, IL
08.2023 - Current
  • Promotes progressive policies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Canvasses and phone banks for Democratic candidates, among them have included VP Kamala Harris
  • Attended the 2024 Democratic National Convention

American Muslim Community Organization
Lake in the Hills, IL
06.2020 - Current
  • Helps to feed and nourish less fortunate families by packing boxes of canned and pre-prepared food to be sent to them

Intern

Robert Peters for Congress
Champaign, IL
01.2026 - 03.2026
  • Developed compelling messaging tailored to diverse audiences, promoting progressive policies and candidate platforms effectively.
  • Engaged with constituents through door-to-door canvassing, building trust and understanding community concerns firsthand.

Faraci For Senate
Champaign, IL
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Canvassed over a hundred doors to advocate for a State Senate candidate
  • Resulted in dozens of petition signatures to ensure ballot access
  • Gained experience in meeting voters, and hearing out their concerns

Stanford Summer Law and Trial Program
Stanford, CA
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Attended a 10-day mock trial simulation program, at Stanford University
  • Developed essential legal skills, including opening statements, closing statements, preparing cases, and cross-examination
  • Met Stanford Law School professors

Education

BA - Political Science

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-2027

Skills

  • Flexible
  • Teamwork
  • Problem Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • Team Lifting
  • Efficient
  • Productive
  • Independent learning
  • Undergraduate research
  • Written communication

Timeline

Intern

Robert Peters for Congress
01.2026 - 03.2026

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Meghan Brinson
12.2025 - Current

Illinois Model UN
08.2024 - Current

Illini Democrats
08.2023 - Current

Faraci For Senate
08.2023 - 11.2023

Stanford Summer Law and Trial Program
07.2023 - 07.2023

American Muslim Community Organization
06.2020 - Current

BA - Political Science

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Ibrahim Zeeshan