PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

ALEX PERKOWSKI

Golf Galaxy
Westampton,NJ
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience

Dedicated Marine Science Undergrad at the University of Tampa with a focus on veterinary medicine. Experienced in hands-on handling of animals in shelter and equine environments. Skilled in data collection with upcoming research on impacts of PFAS on organism health in aquatic environments. Proven ability to work diligently and efficiently in independent and team oriented settings.

Work History

Dog Shelter Volunteer

9 Months
Mercy Full Project | 02.2026 - Current
  • Bathed and groomed newly admitted and surrendered dogs to maintain hygiene and comfort during intake.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary kennel environments by disinfecting enclosures, sweeping outdoor areas, and organizing food supplies for efficient daily use.
  • Assisted staff with administering vaccinations to puppies to support disease prevention and overall animal health.
  • Supported behavioral development by leash training dogs with little to no prior handling experience, improving adaptability and adoptability.

Sales Associate/Cashier

2 Years 1 Month
Golf Galaxy | 10.2024 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business. Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.

Horse Caretaker

7 Months
SLM Dressage | 08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
  • Administered medications to horses as prescribed by veterinarians, resulting in improved health conditions.
  • Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well-fed.
  • Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.

Head Lifeguard

3 Years 3 Months
Tarnsfield Swim Club | 05.2022 - 08.2025
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
  • Cooperated fully with manager to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation.
  • Performed pool tests, recorded results and adjusted chemical levels to reach appropriate measurements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

University of Tampa | Tampa, FL | 05-2029

Minor: Biology

  • 3.83 GPA
  • Tri Beta National Science Honor Society Member
  • Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society Member

Skills

Animal Care
Feeding Protocols
Behavior analysis
Habitat enrichment
Water Quality Testing
Data logging
Microsoft Excel
Species Identification
Customer engagement
Reliability
Customer service

Certification

PADI Open Water Cetification

Timeline

Dog Shelter Volunteer

Mercy Full Project
02.2026 - CurrentRead More

Sales Associate/Cashier

Golf Galaxy
10.2024 - CurrentRead More

Horse Caretaker

SLM Dressage
08.2023 - 03.2024Read More

Head Lifeguard

Tarnsfield Swim Club
05.2022 - 08.2025Read More

University of Tampa

Bachelor of Science from Marine Biology
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ALEX PERKOWSKI