Jade Hunter
East Lansing,MI
Summary
Zoology graduate with hands-on experience in animal husbandry, enrichment, and conservation-based wildlife care, including work with large carnivores. Strong foundation in animal behavior and welfare, with professional training through AZA Academy, and experience in safety-focused, operational work environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Student Cook Supervisor
Akers Dining Hall
East Lansing, Michigan
08.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily kitchen operations for high-volume dining service, supporting 1,200 to 2,000 meals per day.
- Maintained strict food safety, sanitation, and raw product handling standards.
- Trained student staff and provided operational coverage during cook breaks.
Wildlife Intern
Running Wild Conservation
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Performed daily animal husbandry and enclosure maintenance for multiple carnivorous species.
- Assisted with scheduled feedings, and implemented enrichment to promote natural behaviors.
- Completed training in wildlife telemetry tracking and darting simulation techniques.
- Participated in supervised exercise and bush walks with cheetahs and hyenas while adhering to conservation, wildlife management, and safety protocols.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon Robotics
Caledonia, Michigan
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Picked and stowed inventory to meet high-volume productivity and accuracy targets.
- Organized incoming inventory for efficient storage and retrieval in a robotics-supported warehouse.
- Performed quality checks to ensure inventory accuracy and condition.
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized work areas to support operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12-2025
Skills
- Animal Husbandry
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Enrichment Design & Implementation
- Safety Protocols & Regulated Work Environments
- Animal Behavior & Welfare Assessment
- Data Collection & Observation
Affiliations
Volunteer - Nottingham Nature Nook (Local Wildlife Rehabilitation)
Certification
Veterinary Medical Applications, Elanco, 2021
Timeline
Wildlife Intern
Running Wild Conservation
05.2025 - 06.2025
Student Cook Supervisor
Akers Dining Hall
08.2022 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Amazon Robotics
07.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Michigan State University