Elizabeth Cownie
Undergraduate
Concord,MA
Summary
A Biology major with a Geography minor at Clark University. Dual sport athlete competing for the Clark University Varsity Swim Team and the Clark University Varsity Crew Team. Captain for the Varsity Swim Team. Co-founder of the Clark University Botanical Society.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Coach
Nashawtuc Country Club
Concord , MA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
- Observed swimmers to find and correct faults and provide feedback on performance.
- Coached youth aged 5 to 17 for competitive swim team and oversaw participation in 3 events seasonally.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Harbor Studies Intern
Massachusetts Water Resource Authority
Watertown, MA
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Performed daily data entry into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Performed both freshwater and marine water sampling
- Performed Colilert tests on samples collected from sample sites and counted amounts of E.coli enterococcus bacteria within samples
- Analyzed samples for total and volatile solids
- Performed membrane filtration daily samples to detect fecal matter and enterococcus bacteria within samples
- Wrote and edited reports detailing water quality and role performed
Lifeguard
Town Of Concord, MA
Concord, MA
06.2016 - 08.2021
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting all pool patrons with courtesy and resolving any issues promptly.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, including storms and rip currents.
- Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
- Met regulatory compliance for staff members and led safety training to enhance lifesaving skills.
- Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities to customers and guests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Clark University
Worcester, MA 08.2017 - 05.2022
Skills
First Aid and CPR
Motivational leadership style
Verbal and written communication
Proficient in MS Office and Google Suite
Proficient in Python and R programming
Sample testing
Centrifuge experience
Writing reports
Research proficiency
Budget Management
Detail-oriented
Strong communicator
Timeline
Swim Coach
Nashawtuc Country Club
06.2021 - 08.2021
Harbor Studies Intern
Massachusetts Water Resource Authority
06.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Clark University
08.2017 - 05.2022
Lifeguard
Town Of Concord, MA
06.2016 - 08.2021