Alexander McDowell
Radford,VA
Summary
Virginia Tech student from a rural background with a passion for all sciences, particularly evolutionary biology, genetics, chemistry and physics. Eager to learn and apply skills towards furthering knowledge and scientific discovery. Works best in a hands on, dynamic environment that allows for both data collection and analysis.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
07.2023 - Current
- Resolved conflicts and complaints with employees and customers in both Spanish and English
- Delegated employees to their optimal roles in order to succeed in a very fast paced, high-stress environment
- Conducted the count, report, and deposit of daily cash profits
Farmhand
Family Farm
- Managed and raised various livestock including goats, horses, chickens, ducks, and dogs.
- Administered vaccines and treated acute injuries
- Assisted VT veterinarians in treating injured horses
Construction Assistant
Morris Contracting
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Installed roofing, flooring, and plumbing in the construction of a barn and new home
- Installed doors, vanities, counters, and cabinets
- Operated miter, table, circular, and reciprocal saws, along with nail guns, sanders, planers, and lathes
Education
2 Years - Microbiology
Virginia Tech
05-2026
High School Diploma -
Craig County High School
New Castle, VA05-2022
1 Year -
Roanoke Valley Governor's School
Roanoke, VA05-2019
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Mathematical Problem Solving and Spatial Reasoning
Laboratory Technique and Documentation
Critical Thinking
Data Analysis
Writing
Timeline
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
07.2023 - Current
Construction Assistant
Morris Contracting
05.2022 - 08.2022
Farmhand
Family Farm
2 Years - Microbiology
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma -
Craig County High School
1 Year -
Roanoke Valley Governor's School