Mai Shiomi

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Summary
Extremely knowledgeable language learner with strong, native-level command over English
and Japanese (reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills). Well mannered, articulate and
fully aware of cultural customs and characteristics of both languages. Flexible with both
languages and always aims for naturalness in target language text.
Would like to gain more experiences as a translator at a company that can offer great
opportunities for aspiring translators.

Education
B.A., University of Hawaii at Manoa, Spring 2015
Honolulu, HI (Expected Graduation: May, 2015)
Major: Second Language Studies
Minor: Japanese
Study Abroad: Kyoto University, Spring 2014
Kyoto, Japan
Department of Integrated Human Studies

Skills
Language:
Bilingual speaker of Japanese and English (both native level)
2 years of translation experiences
Translation Classes taken at the University of Hawaii at Manoa
o TI401 Principles of Translation, Fall 2013
o TI425 Japanese Translation, Spring 2015
Technology:
Proficient in PC and Macintosh
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Other:
Multi-tasking abilities
Excellent communication skills
Organized and quick learner

Work Experience

Hakubundo Bookstore, Sales Associate

Honolulu, HI
Customer service in English and Japanese with local and
international clientele. Writing emails in Japanese to partner
companies. Train new employees and arranged store and window
displays. Order new products for the store. Update Facebook and
store blogs in English and Japanese.

University of Hawaii Manoa International Exchange Program, Intern

Honolulu, HI
Communicated and assisted international students studying at the
University of Hawaii. Promoted study abroad opportunities to
University of Hawaii students through conducting class visits.
Updated Facebook page with upcoming events
Kyoto University Media Center Professor Dantsujis Laboratory
Kyoto, Japan
Assisted with voice recordings for the creation of an English
learning textbook which will be used by Japanese learners learning
English. Revision and editing for naturalness in English of the
originally created text.

August 2012~
Present

August 2014~
December 2014
(Fall 2014
Semester)

June 2014~
July 2014
(Spring 2014
Semester)

Volunteering
International Lions Club Foundation, District50 Kamehameha Lions
Club
Honolulu, HI
Club Member and Board Member Secretary
Created a volunteer service club, the Sacred Hearts Academy Leo
Club, sponsored by the Kamehameha Lions Club, in high school and
served as Vice President for 2 years (2010~2011). Experienced how
to manifest polite service to members of the community
Sworn into the District 50 Kamehameha Lions Club of the
International Lions Club Foundation in 2011. Nominated to be a
board member as secretary in 2012.
Participate in several projects throughout the year

University of Washington Tacoma Japanese Language Club

2011~Present

Tacoma, Washington
Vice President and Volunteering Student Teacher
Designed and taught basic Japanese conversations to university
students interested in the Japanese language. Planned and created
PowerPoint presentations every for club meetings every week.
Promoted the club at school club fairs

December
2011~
May 2012
(Fall 2011~
Spring 2012)

Awards and Honors

Deans List
University of Washington Tacoma, Fall 2011, Spring 2012
University of Hawaii, Spring 2013, Fall 2013

Recipient of the Pacific and Asian Affairs Council Clubs 2011 Paul S. Honda
Scholarship (July 2011)
Recipient of the John Philip Sousa Band Award in (May 2011)
Inducted as a member of the National Honors Society in high school (April 2010)
Participated in and received silver medal awards at instrumental music competitions
during middle and high school

Memberships
International Lions Club Foundation, District50 Kamehameha Lions Club (2011~Present)
Club Member and Board Member Secretary
University of Hawaii Tea Club (February 2015~Present)
Member of the UH Tea Club. Learn and practice traditional Japanese tea ceremony.

References
References available upon request