Ellie Sizemore
St. Paul,United States
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Plot Intern
Land O'Lakes
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported staff members in all aspects of maintaining a canola, sunflower, and yellow pea research plot.
- Gained valuable experience working in the plant science/agronomy field applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Assisted with planting and fertilization.
- Tested stand count and made appropriate record.
- Assisted with preparation of plot for viewing by customers.
Research Assistant
University Of St. Thomas
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference including phosphorus, nitrogen, and moisture levels of soil as well as produce weight.
- Collected research data through experimentation and surveys.
- Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
- Ensured appropriate moisture levels were maintained.
- Recorded experimental findings in laboratory notebook to analyze and interpret experimental findings.
- Developed research protocols and procedures to produce accurate results.
- Weighed produce to measure effectiveness of various fertilizers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN05.2025
Skills
- ArcGIS
- Minitab
- Soil Sampling
- Rock identification
- Water Quality Testing
- Microsoft Office Suite
Awards
- BARR Student Environmental Challenge winner 2023. A challenge designed to help undergraduate students gain experience with complex, real-world problems and network with environmental professionals.
Extracurricular Activities
Student Athlete, 09/2021 - Present, Member of the University of St. Thomas NCAA Division I Women's Swim and Dive Team. Train 20 hours per week while balancing a rigorous academic schedule. Varsity letter winner. Scored in Summit League Conference Swim Meet.
Interests
- Sustainable agriculture
- Water Quality
- Conservation
- Plant science
Timeline
Research Plot Intern
Land O'Lakes
05.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
University Of St. Thomas
05.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of St. Thomas
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