Fatma Karakuş

• Supporting stock management and following product flow. • Helping with product management and category tracking. • Learning about pricing strategies and campaign planning. • Supporting and observing in-store and online promotional activities. • Preparing reports about sales performance and targets. • Joining supplier meetings and learning about order processes. • Gaining experience in retail sales operations. • Gaining practical experience in problem-solving and planning within a dynamic team. • Learning how the technology retail sector works. • Supporting competitive analysis tasks by gathering data on market trends and consumer behavior.

I supported the brand identity and digital communication of a small workshop run by three experienced women who make natural and handmade products. My work included creating social media content, managing simple ads, basic logo design, and visual communication tasks. I combined the founders’ experience with my own fresh, younger perspective to enhance the brand’s communication.

• Starting and leading a student club focused on social responsibility and solidarity. • Organizing awareness projects about disaster preparedness and community support. • Encouraging students to join social and helpful projects. • Creating a space for teamwork, empathy, and active citizenship. • Improving decision-making and coordination skills during urgent situations. • Taking action in times of crisis by coordinating student-based solidarity efforts.

• Participating in acting workshops to improve stage skills. • Performing in theater plays and sketches on stage. • Writing short sketches and creative scenes. • Promoting the theater group through social media platforms. • Helping new members connect with the group through social media. • Supporting the community by sharing theater activities and events.

• Supporting VAT refund and deduction processes for clients. • Helping with document preparation for VAT review and reporting. • Learning about VAT regulations and basic tax laws. • Assisting audit teams in reviewing financial records related to VAT. • Observing how VAT-related services are provided to companies. • Gaining experience in VAT compliance and financial documentation.

• Explaining product features and fragrance notes to customers. • Providing friendly and helpful customer service. • Managing stock and arranging product displays. • Handling sales transactions and cash register. • Learning about different perfume brands and trends. • Working as part of a team to achieve sales targets.

• Organizing books and library materials to keep the library tidy. • Helping visitors find the books and information they need. • Recording information about borrowed books and managing book loans.

• The program lasts 12 weeks and is available for selected participants only. • Understanding career planning and goal setting. • Improving technology literacy and digital skills. • Developing algorithmic thinking to solve problems logically. • Exploring sustainability and innovation concepts. • Gaining basic knowledge about entrepreneurship through GirişGen. • Enhancing awareness of modern business and technology trends.