Mia Hudson
Bellingham,Washington
Summary
I am a driven fisheries student with hands-on experience in field sampling and salmon population dynamics. Proficient in data analysis and habitat restoration, I am dedicated to enhancing local biodiversity and educating the community on conservation efforts.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fisheries Student
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, Washington
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted field sampling of aquatic organisms, including fish and invertebrates, using seines, trawls, traps, and other gear.
- Assessed population dynamics of fish species through observation and measurement techniques such as electrofishing surveys.
- Spawning Pacific salmon and trout (Chinook, chum, coho, steelhead, kokanee).
- Fertilizing eggs, maintaining and repairing egg incubators.
- Juvenile fish husbandry – feeding, cleaning ponds, sampling for growth.
- Scanning salmon for coded-wire tags and removing snouts.
- Taking scale and otolith sampling for aging.
- Collected and analyzed water samples for quality and ecological health.
- Assisted in habitat restoration projects to enhance local biodiversity.
- Collaborated with team members on data collection and field studies.
- Educated the public on sustainable fishing practices and conservation efforts.
Personal Shopper
Whole Food Market
Bellingham, Washington
02.2025 - 08.2026
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and care.
- Maintained positive relationships with grocery store personnel by being consistently professional and friendly.
- Bagged groceries carefully to keep products in perfect condition, separated fragile products and kept frozen and perishable foods cold or fresh.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain product displays and organization.
- Developed knowledge of store inventory and seasonal products.
Cashier/Cook
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Bellingham, Washington
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Trained new cashiers on register operations and customer service techniques.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fisheries And Aquaculture Sciences
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA06-2027
Skills
- Aquatic organism sampling
- Field sampling techniques
- Population dynamics assessment
- Data analysis
- Sustainable fishing practices
- Habitat restoration
- Team collaboration
- Public outreach
- Computer skills
- Fast learner
Certification
- Electrofishing certified - Smith-Root 2026
Timeline
Fisheries Student
Bellingham Technical College
09.2025 - Current
Personal Shopper
Whole Food Market
02.2025 - 08.2026
Cashier/Cook
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
03.2023 - 10.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Fisheries And Aquaculture Sciences
Bellingham Technical College