Eryn Hilyard
Durango,CO
Summary
I'm a Geology student seeking a seasonal internship in geology or related field to gain hands-on experience. I have a strong work ethic, adaptability, and great organizational skills. I work well with others and am eager to learn new things and embrace new challenges. I have a love for the outdoors and a passion for my Major. I'm excited about new opportunities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Clerk - Seasonal Job
Dwire Earthmoving
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided administrative support to the executive team.
- Copied, sorted and filed records.
- Maintained and updated organizational filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.
Teacher's Aide
Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Aided students with assignments or labs.
- Demonstrated proper use of scientific instruments used in the lab.
- Monitored student progress during labs and provided information as needed.
- Helped students develop problem-solving skills related to Chemistry concepts.
- Facilitated communication between the professor and students. concerning lessons, instructions or hands on lab work.
- Provided tutoring and guidance to students in chemistry labs.
- Assisted with the preparation of laboratory experiments, ensuring. safety protocols were followed.
- Tutored or mentored students in need of additional instruction.
- Evaluated and graded assignments and lab reports.
Environmental Conservationist - Technician
Southwest Conservation Corps- Americorps Affiliate
Durango, CO
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked as part of a team on trail building, retaining walls, widening of trails to create water run-offs in the national forest and back country.
- Helped design systems and structures to reduce negative environmental impacts from erosion.
- Assisted with coordination of conservation projects to implement protection plans and achieve environmental objectives.
- Camped in the back-country, participated in meal prep, environmental awareness and preparedness.
- Identified environments that were impacted by erosion and provided solutions.
- Worked directly with the National Forest Service to solve .environmental issues regarding erosion and protection of habitat.
- Participated in conservation project plans, implementation and results as directed by crew leaders.
- Participated in coordination of conservation practices, design and field work using critical thinking and information analysis.
- Used advised management techniques for conservation plans to help projects and areas meet goals outlined by the NFS.
- Worked remotely and independently on administrative duties.
- Managed the restructuring of the website, created on-line resource platform for the local chapter/office to showcase the region.
Volunteer
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Mueller State Park, CO
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Trail reconstruction; equipment used: shovels, rakes, pulaskis, and other hand tools to reconstruct and rebuild trails.
- Relocated rocks to reroute water flow away from the trail.
- Environmental preservation and restoration; restored various ground areas to prevent erosion, protecting indigenous plant and animal life.
- Habitat restoration; reconstructed ground area around a water source for land conservation.
- Habitat reconstruction for the native species including salamanders due to erosion of the surrounding area.
Cashier and Host
Savelli's Pizza
Manitou Springs, CO
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Chopped vegetables and prepared ingredients in the kitchen.
- Washed dishes, bussed tables, hostess.
- Promoted to cashier after only six weeks.
- Independently managed to-go and pick-up orders.
- Answered phone calls and took online orders.
- Completed closing duties: including swept and mopped floors, took out trash, took inventory, cleaned bathrooms.
- Individual money and tip management for crew.
- Operated cash register to receive payment by cash, check and credit cards from patrons.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO05-2026
High School Diploma -
Manitou Springs High School
Manitou Springs, CO05.2022
Skills
- Hard-working
- Professional
- Reliable and responsible
- Effective time management
- Good communication skills
- Friendly personality
- Great work ethic
- Work well independently or as part of a team
- Take direction and instruction well
- Self motivated
- Extensive outdoor experience personally and professionally
Accomplishments
- Made the Dean's List both semesters of my Freshman year at Fort Lewis College
- Awarded the Frank Bowman Scholarship at Fort Lewis College
- Earned Teacher's Aide position for Chemistry freshman year at Fort Lewis College
Hobbies and Interests
- Anything outdoors: hiking, climbing, mountain biking, camping, snowboarding, snowshoeing, horseback riding , ATVing.
- I love to write fiction (such as short stories and novels. I'm currently writing a novel).
- I enjoy reading, painting and craft projects.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Clerk - Seasonal Job
Dwire Earthmoving
12.2023 - 01.2024
Teacher's Aide
Fort Lewis College
08.2023 - 12.2023
Environmental Conservationist - Technician
Southwest Conservation Corps- Americorps Affiliate
05.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
07.2022 - 08.2022
Cashier and Host
Savelli's Pizza
07.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Fort Lewis College
High School Diploma -
Manitou Springs High School
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