Jack Elkner
Marietta,PA
Summary
Motivated, adaptable student with a passion for ecology, community engagement, and the intersection of these disciplines necessary to foster a sustainable future. Has several years of lab experience across a range of skills, including categorizing, labeling, computerized cataloguing/data entry, and sample handling. Trained in lab safety + use of hazardous chemicals. Has classroom experience with data entry, wrangling, and computing.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Department of Geology, Smith College
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Process rock samples for geology department staff research.
- Maintain high standards of safety/personal protection while operating machinery such as saws and grinders + using hazardous chemicals.
- Problem-solve as issues arose, both on my own and with the help of my supervisor as necessary.
Barista and Cashier
Copper Cup Coffee
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Performed customer service tasks with enthusiasm, patience, and sincerity.
Host and Tour Guide
Bube's Brewery
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Managed reservations efficiently to accommodate walk-in guests and reduce wait times.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication and cooperation with coworkers and management.
- Gave tours of the historic brewery portion of the restaurant to interested patrons. Memorized history of the building and answered questions as they arose.
Student Researcher
Pruss Lab, Smith College
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Intake geological samples from the field.
- Unpacking, organizing, labeling, cataloguing, and storing.
- Process research samples.
- Use rock saws/grinders to cut samples to size.
- Accurately label all samples.
- Examining samples, taking + recording numerical data using Google Sheets.
- Maintain high levels of safety/personal protection while operating machinery such as saws and grinders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Smith College
Northampton, MA01.2026
High School Diploma -
Donegal High School
Mount Joy, PA06.2021
Skills
data entry and analysis
experimental design
collaboration teamwork
leadership mentoring
Areas of Academic Interest
- conservation biology
- ecological/habitat monitoring
- management of invasive species
- land-based stewardship + education
- community engagement
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Department of Geology, Smith College
08.2023 - 12.2023
Barista and Cashier
Copper Cup Coffee
06.2023 - 08.2023
Host and Tour Guide
Bube's Brewery
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student Researcher
Pruss Lab, Smith College
08.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Smith College
High School Diploma -
Donegal High School
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