Sameera Sheikh

About Sameera Sheikh

As a Human Resources professional with a background in international education and compliance, I bring over five years of experience managing performance, onboarding, employee relations, and sensitive case management with empathy and diplomacy. I am completing my Executive MS in Human Resource Management at Baruch College (Dec 2025) and will earn my SHRM certification by the end of this year.My career began in international advising, where I supported high-achieving students across cross-cultural and high-stakes environments. This experience sharpened my ability to navigate complex regulations, handle confidential matters, and foster inclusive, people-centered support. These skills all translate seamlessly into HR operations and employee experience.I am passionate about building fair, compliant, and high-performing workplaces where people can thrive. With a foundation in political science and a growing HR toolkit, I aim to contribute to strategic HR functions within the private sector, particularly in employee relations, compliance, and talent development.

Experience

1. HR & Benefits Intern

   Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

   Jan 2026 — Present · New York, NY, US

Education

• Zicklin School of Business

  Master of Science - MS, Human Resources Management

• FIE: Foundation for International Education

  Study Abroad Student

  2018 — 2018

• College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Poltical Science

  2015 — 2019