Melissa Melehy

Completed an eight-week summer internship program at the National Institute of Health in the Stratakis lab in the NICHD under Edra London and Constantine Stratakis.

Internship at National Institute of Health (2019-06 – 2019-08)

Completed an eight-week summer internship program at the National Institute of Health in the Stratakis lab in the NICHD under Edra London and Constantine Stratakis.

• Conducted laboratory research using mouse models: performed mouse perfusions, cryofreezing, and brain slicing for histological and molecular analysis; Assisted in cell staining and fluorescence microscopy to examine protein expression and tissue morphology.
• Independently designed and delivered a research presentation on the role of ABCA1 in increased risk of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in pediatric patients with obesity.

Patient Attendant at University of Michigan Hospital (2021-09 – 2021-11)

• Provided continuous patient monitoring as a video surveillance technician, ensuring patient safety and preventing falls, self-injury, or elopement.
• Communicated effectively with the care team to support high-risk and post-operative patients; Maintained a safe hospital environment by alerting nurses and healthcare staff to urgent patient needs and facilitating timely interventions.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training at Huron Valley Ambulance (2022-01 – 2022-04)

• Completed the Huron Valley Ambulance Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course, which included several hours of weekly classwork, examinations, and hands-on clinical experience in both the ambulance and emergency room.
• Developed proficiency in emergency response protocols, patient assessment, and trauma care techniques such as airway management, splinting, wound care, and vital sign monitoring.
• Received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and basic life support (BLS) certifications.

Nanny and Academic Writing Tutor at Self Employed (2016 – 2025-08)

• Multiple years of experience as a Nanny and Childcare Provider, working with children of various ages.
• Freelance writing tutor, helping students with essay writing and various academic writing.

Legal Assistant at Melehy & Associates LLC (2025-09 – Present)

• Manage case files and matter organization: filing (paper/e-file), scanning, copying, assembling binders/exhibits, and maintaining organized records.
• Provide support to billing & administrators via sorting and reconciling business invoices for tax purposes, logging expenses, keeping detailed records, coordinating mailings/service, and maintaining general office organization.

Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience – University of Michigan – College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (2025-08)

– University of Amsterdam – CIEE Study Abroad (2024-01 – 2024-06)