ALEXA HANLEY
Summary
Dedicated student with hands-on experience in lung cancer research as a lab intern at UCLA. Acquired skills in experimental techniques and cell cultures, demonstrating adaptability, hard work, and genuine curiosity. Strong interest in applying scientific knowledge to real-world challenges. Seeking opportunities to contribute to innovative, hands-on projects while continuing to grow in the medical and scientific fields.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Lab Intern
UCLA Dubinett Lung Cancer Lab
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Applied and was selected to intern at UCLA cancer research lab; second high school student ever to intern at the lab
- Observed experiments with live mice, assisted with labs, grew cell cultures, and conducted polymerase chain reactions
Receptionist
Music on Main
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Worked as a receptionist for Music on Main in El Segundo. Tasks included scheduling lessons, taking tuitions, answering phone calls, cleaning the studios, restocking, greeting students, and answering any questions.
Private Tutor
Goethe International Charter School
01.2020 - Current
- Weekly tutoring of 5th and 6th grade students at Goethe International Charter and El Segundo Middle School
Volunteer
OC Food Bank
- Assembled, sorted, and cleaned food boxes.
Volunteer
Special Olympics
- Assisted with special events and programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA06-2028
High School Diploma -
El Segundo High School
El Segundo, CA06-2024
Skills
- Native Fluency in Spanish
- Answering phones
- Computer skills (Google Docs, Slides, Powerpoint, Word, Excel)
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Activities
- Artistico Dance Studio, Los Angeles, CA, Dance student, Member of performance/competitive hip hop and salsa dance troupes
- Member of El Segundo High School Chamber Choir
- High School Swim team/manager - Spring 2023 – 2024
- Cabin counselor for weeklong Outdoor Science School camp (Spring 2023)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
German
Professional Working
Timeline
Receptionist
Music on Main
05.2024 - 09.2024
Research Lab Intern
UCLA Dubinett Lung Cancer Lab
05.2023 - 06.2024
Private Tutor
Goethe International Charter School
01.2020 - Current
Volunteer
OC Food Bank
Volunteer
Special Olympics
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of California, Santa Cruz
High School Diploma -
El Segundo High School
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