Winter/Spring 2025

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Project Management Intern

Isha Sajid

Isha Sajid is a senior at New York University, majoring in Real Estate Finance. She currently serves as a Project Manager Intern at CAIR-NJ, where she is excited to contribute to a nonprofit dedicated to advocacy and social change—a path that differs from her academic focus but deeply aligns with her values. Passionate about making an impact, Isha believes that meaningful work should drive positive change. She is actively involved in NYU’s Muslim Student Association and previously served as its secretary.
 
Community Advocacy Intern

Nawal Alqudah

Nawal Alqudah is in her final year at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, majoring in Middle Eastern Studies and Anthropology. She is currently serving as the Community Advocacy Intern at CAIR-NJ. Nawal is passionate about serving the Muslim community through advocacy and education. Nawal is also interning at the Somerset County Courthouse this semester under Judge Dalya Youssef. Outside her academic and professional work, Nawal spends her free time horseback riding, reading poetry, and writing Arabic calligraphy. Nawal is actively involved with her local masjid- the Islamic Center of Passaic County(ICPC) and the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University(CILRU).
Communications Intern

Fatima Khan

Fatima Khan is a senior student at NJCU, where she’s studying graphic design, film and photography. Coming from a multi-cultural background, Fatima conveys her identity and self-growth through her work, in an attempt to embed community and storytelling into visual content and the digital ecosystem. She is currently an intern at CAIR-NJ, where she contributes to graphic design projects and helps manage social media content.

Communications Intern

Omar Abdllatif

Omar Abdllatif is a passionate advocate for cultural diversity, history, and global connectivity. He holds a degree in International Relations with minors in Spanish and Arabic. His experiences traveling and engaging with diverse communities have strengthened his commitment to challenging negative media portrayals and promoting fairness and equity. Rooted in his mixed heritage, Omar approaches challenges with creativity and practical solutions, striving to foster unity, amplify unheard voices, and contribute to a more just and inclusive world.

Operations Management Intern

Zeeshan Malik

Zeeshan Malik is a Senior at Rutgers Business School, pursuing his Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems. He also holds an Associates Degree in Business Administration. Zeeshan is an active YM Jersey City member. He also takes any opportunity to help his community and is active at his local mosque Al-Tawheed Islamic Center. Zeeshan is excited to be on the CAIR-NJ Operations Management Team as an intern and is returning for his 2nd cohort!

Operations Management Intern

Zaid Mansuri

Zaid is a rising junior at Rutgers Business School, pursuing a major in Accounting. He is currently serving as the Operations Management Intern at CAIR-NJ. He is deeply involved in community and religious activities, serving actively at Masjid Al Wali. Additionally, he is participating in Young Muslims and the Muslim Student Association at Rutgers. These roles allow Zaid to contribute to community building and educational initiatives that promote Islamic values and understanding among youth. He has strong leadership capabilities and a passion for advocacy and youth engagement. Meanwhile, he enjoys swimming, reading, and watching horror movies in his free time! Zaid is excited to have a meaningful impact at CAIR-NJ, promoting justice and advocacy.

Legal Intern

Hailey Szemple

Hailey Szemple is a junior at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology and Africana Studies. She is an active member of the Criminal Justice Organization and the NAACP. Passionate about helping and providing resources to underprivileged and discriminated individuals, Hailey is dedicated to making a meaningful impact. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, practicing yoga, and spending time with family and friends. Hailey is excited to take on this new role as a Legal Intern, eager to gain valuable mentorship and contribute to assisting those in need.

Development Intern

Zobia Bokhari

Zobia Bokhari is a senior Political Science major at Rowan University with a minor in International Relations. She is currently serving as the Development Intern at CAIR NJ, where she assists in organizing events, workshops, and campaigns to address community needs and advocate for the rights of Muslims in NJ, and supports outreach efforts by engaging with community members and organizations to promote awareness and participation in local initiatives. In addition to her role at CAIR-NJ, she serves as President of the Rowan Progressives-YDSA, Treasurer for the Muslim Student Association, and the Assistant Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion of Rowan’s Student Government Association. Zobia is passionate about advocating for human rights and empowering marginalized communities, and is committed to using her voice to stand up for those in need. She is enthusiastic about joining CAIR-NJ’s winter internship cohort, where she can continue her involvement in civil rights and advocacy work.
 
Government Affairs Intern

Haseeb Rehman

Haseeb Rehman is an undergraduate junior studying Civil Engineering at the Rutgers School of Engineering. He serves as CAIR-NJ’s Government Affairs Intern, assisting in monitoring government policies impacting Muslim Americans and fostering connections between Muslim constituents and their elected officials.
 
Haseeb’s passion for government affairs comes from both his civil engineering background and his identity as a Muslim-American. Beyond CAIR-NJ, he demonstrates this passion through his involvement in engineering and Muslim student organizations, exploring the issues in both spheres. He hopes to use his experiences at CAIR-NJ as a pivot to more opportunities in policy and advocacy, all the while pursuing his dream career of designing and managing rail projects.