McKenzie Tate
Norton,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented meteorology student with a strong background in data analysis and GIS applications. Known for problem-solving abilities and effective communication, ready to leverage skills for impactful contributions in weather forecasting and community initiatives.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Server
The Inn At Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted with event preparation and breakdown after functions.
- Supported team members in high-pressure service environments.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries and requests during events.
Meteorology Field Methods Course
VT College of Natural Resource and Environment
The Great Plains
06.2024 - 06.2024
- "The Hokie Storm Chase" - worked with professional meteorologists to create forecasts based on atmospheric setups
- Attendance of morning discussions; data and model analysis (NWS, NBM, GRlevel3)
- Mesoanalysis and short-term models used for 'nowcasting' and initiation; observation and radar analysis.
- Observation of two tornadic supercells, multiple non-tornadic severe-warned cells, and MCS setups.
Hurricane Helene Cleanup
Blue Ridge Chapter of AMS/NWA at Virginia Tech
Giles County, VA
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Aided emergency management crews in removing debris from communities.
- Worked in a team to assist residents in cleaning up their property, while listening to and communicating with community members.
- Follow safety protocols given by volunteer leaders while on site.
Student Job Shadow
Virginia Tech Emergency Management
Blacksburg, Virginia
12.2025 - 2025
- Observed the Fall 2025 commencement ceremony with emergency management; interacted with close sectors such as EMS, police officers, and commencement staff.
- Learned daily tasks and interacted with the staff meteorologist, showing the close collaboration with the NWS.
Student Job Shadow
National Weather Service
Blacksburg, Virginia
12.2024 - 2024
- Learned from trained meteorologists the daily responsibilities within the office: plotting weather data, sharing data, and analysis.
- Weather balloon observations.
- Interaction with staff and asked questions about daily tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Meteorology
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2026
Skills
- NWS Severe Weather Webinar - March 17, 2024
- NWS Blacksburg VA Training Workshop: "Interpreting Upper Level Air Data and Soundings for Severe Weather Potential" - March, 2024
- GIS Applications
Certification
Skywarn - National Weather Service
Timeline
Student Job Shadow
Virginia Tech Emergency Management
12.2025 - 2025
Banquet Server
The Inn At Virginia Tech
01.2025 - 05.2025
Student Job Shadow
National Weather Service
12.2024 - 2024
Hurricane Helene Cleanup
Blue Ridge Chapter of AMS/NWA at Virginia Tech
10.2024 - 10.2024
Meteorology Field Methods Course
VT College of Natural Resource and Environment
06.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Meteorology
Virginia Tech