Palig Kechichian
Los Angeles
Summary
As a recent graduate from the College of Letters and Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, I aspire to pursue a professional career in dentistry and am dedicated to serving my Armenian community, as well as underserved populations within the realm of healthcare.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deli Associate
Tarzana Armenian Deli
12.2025 - Current
- Provide high-quality customer service by greeting patrons, taking precise orders, and offering product recommendations based on dietary preferences.
- Communicated effectively with a diverse customer base to ensure order accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals and ensure smooth shift transitions.
- Multitasked effectively during peak hours to reduce wait times without sacrificing quality or accuracy.
Guest Experience Host
After the Message
07.2025 - Current
- Set up and maintain the audio recording booth throughout the event to ensure proper functionality.
- Welcome guests and explain how to use the audio guestbook to record messages, in both Eastern and Western dialects of Armenian, as well as English.
- Encourage participation by engaging with guests in a friendly and approachable manner.
- Troubleshoot technical issues quickly to maintain a seamless guest experience.
- Record and edit short-form video and audio content for platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
External Affairs Fundraising and Advocacy Intern
UCLA School of Dentistry
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Assisted in planning of weekly BOCLI (Board of Counselors Leadership Institute) events for D3 and D4 dental students.
- Transcribed BOC (Board of Counselors) meeting minutes.
- Consolidated BOCLI applications for consideration by BOC members.
- Assisted in planning, coordinating, and supporting fundraising campaigns and donor outreach initiatives.
- Assisted in set-up for student and donor-based fundraisers for the Apollonian Society.
- Drafted communications, presentations, and materials for external affairs and donor engagement.
- Maintained donor and scholarship records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Conducted email and phone call solicitation and communication with the UCLA Dentistry database.
- Completed annual Endowment in Action reports with accuracy.
- Prepared scholarship ceremony materials and certificates for student scholarship and award recipients.
- Prepared event briefings and donor/attendee briefings for use by Dean Krebsbach of the UCLA School of Dentistry.
- Assisted in office reorganization and digitization of paper documents and confidential financial records.
Private Tutor
08.2017 - Current
- Provide one-one tutoring in Armenian language, Mathematics, and English for students of varying grade levels, language barriers, and learning difficulties.
- Develop customized lesson plans and practice materials tailored to each student’s needs and learning style.
- Assist students with homework, test preparation, and study strategies to improve academic performance.
- Monitor student progress, provide feedback, and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Encourage confidence and independent learning by fostering problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Sales Associate
Cotton On
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Delivered personalized customer service by greeting shoppers, answering questions, and providing styling or product recommendations.
- Maintained store presentation by organizing displays, restocking merchandise, and ensuring fitting rooms were clean and orderly.
- Processed sales transactions, returns, and exchanges accurately while promoting loyalty programs and special offers.
- Met and exceeded daily and weekly loyalty subscription targets by actively engaging with customers.
- Assisted with inventory management, including stock replenishment, markdowns, and product rotation.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals and maintain a positive shopping environment.
- Supported loss prevention efforts by monitoring fitting rooms and adhering to store policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
UCLA
LOS ANGELES, CA06.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
HOLY MARTYRS FERRAHIAN HIGH SCHOOL
ENCINO, CA06.2021
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Effective verbal/written communication
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Planning, fundraising, and solicitation techniques
- Media management & design
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Computer proficiency
Affiliations
- Hayk For Our Heroes | Founder & President | 05/2025 to Current
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
Founded the first university chapter of the 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Hayk For Our Heroes, providing sustainable relief and aid to Armenia from the diaspora.
- Hayreni Hearts | Co-Founder & Internal Vice President | 09/2024 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
Co-founded a diasporan-led organization spreading awareness about and providing mental health service needs for Armenian soldiers and their families.
- Armenian Students’ Association | Cultural Chairperson | 09/2024 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
Organized and hosted events celebrating Armenian cultural and heritage.
- Armenian Pre-Health Society | Outreach Chairperson | 09/2024 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
Coordinated professional networking events with Armenian healthcare professionals and other Armenian on-campus organizations.
- Alpha Gamma Alpha | Member | 11/2024 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
- Pre-Dental Society | Member | 09/2022 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
- Manual Dexterity for Charity | Member | 09/2024 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
- Pre-Dental Student Outreach Program | Member | 09/2024 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
- First-Gen Dentists at UCLA | Member | 09/2025 to 06/2025
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
- MEDLIFE | Member | 09/2023 to 06/2024
UCLA - LOS ANGELES, CA
Certification
- X-ray certification - expected date - February, 2026
- CPR certification - expected date - January, 2026
Languages
Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Deli Associate
Tarzana Armenian Deli
12.2025 - Current
Guest Experience Host
After the Message
07.2025 - Current
External Affairs Fundraising and Advocacy Intern
UCLA School of Dentistry
07.2023 - 07.2025
Sales Associate
Cotton On
02.2020 - 11.2021
Private Tutor
08.2017 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
HOLY MARTYRS FERRAHIAN HIGH SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Biology
UCLA