Erin Powell
Canton,MI
Summary
Dedicated student with extensive experience in administering first aide, basic animal welfare, basic laboratory procedures and handling documentation. Committed to ensuring safety and providing exceptional customer service. Skilled in effective communication, team collaboration, and problem-solving. Strong background in emergency preparedness and basic laboratory policies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lab Assistant
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparing laboratory samples for analysis and experimentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of laboratory equipment and workspaces.
- Operated various laboratory instruments under supervision for data collection.
- Developed and maintained experimental methods
- Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
Lifeguard
Canton Township
Canton, MI
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Monitored pool area for safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergencies and provided first aid as needed.
- Enforced facility rules to ensure a safe environment for all patrons.
- Developed emergency evacuation systems and first aid services.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
Cleric Assistant
Canton Township
Canton, MI
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained accurate records and files for departmental projects.
- Responded to resident inquiries, providing information and assistance.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
- Entered data into databases accurately and efficiently.
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Never Ending Farm
Canton, MI
06.2014 - 07.2018
- Maintained clean and safe animal habitats to support health and welfare.
- Monitored animal behavior to identify signs of distress or illness promptly.
- Attended weekly training sessions focused on animal behavior, nutrition, first aid and other related topics.
- Made sure all areas where animals are housed are adequately stocked with necessary items for optimal health
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biosystems Engineering
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 08.2024 - 03.2026
Salem High School
Canton, MISkills
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Experimental design
- Team collaboration
- Lab testing and reporting
- Laboratory disinfection
- Safety data interpretation
- Data entry
- Time management
Affiliations
- Biosystems Club
- Swimming
Presentations
- Powell E, Transforming Waste into Fertilizer: Agronomic and Environmental Benefits of P-Saturated Alcan Media, Poster Presented at ASABE Conference on July 2025, Toronto, Canada, July 2025
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Michigan State University
09.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biosystems Engineering
Michigan State University
08.2024 - 03.2026
Cleric Assistant
Canton Township
06.2023 - 08.2023
Lifeguard
Canton Township
05.2022 - 06.2024
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Never Ending Farm
06.2014 - 07.2018
Salem High School