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Natalie Lopez

San Pedro,CA

Summary

Aspiring veterinary student with a dynamic set of skills and strong commitment to a wide variety of animal care and client relations. Demonstrated ability to enhance teamwork and communication skills through animal volunteer and work experiences as a receptionist and prior work in a beverage hospitality position.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
San Pedro, California
07.2024 - Current

-Perform daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning tanks, vacuuming gravel beds, or preparing and feeding out food.

- Participated in breeding programs for rare or endangered species under supervision of senior aquarists.

- Welcomed visitors and classrooms enthusiastically and answered any questions.

- Received a distinguished achievement award in July 2025 for a strong commitment and passion for animal care.

Front Desk Receptionist

Sunnyside Nursing and Post-Acute Care
Torrance, California
06.2024 - 06.2025

- Greeted clients and family members warmly and made them feel welcome.

- Responded to customer inquiries via phone and in person.

- Assisted with scheduling appointments for patients and family members, and new patients.

- Monitored visitor access through facility, including issuing identification badges.

Barista

Starbucks
Torrance, California
10.2022 - 02.2024

- Collaborated with coworkers to ensure a fast workflow and high-quality service during busy hours.

- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.

- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.

- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.

Student Volunteer

Carson Animal Shelter
Carson, California
06.2022 - 12.2022

- Helped care for animals by feeding, cleaning cages, walking dogs, and providing companionship.

- Participated in adoption events by helping adopters find a breed for them and answering questions about pet care.

- Shadowed Veterinarian Techs when providing basic care for animals, such as taking vitals, giving medications, or performing check-ups.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CA
06-2027

High School Diploma -

San Pedro Senior High
San Pedro, CA
06-2024

Skills

  • Animal care
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • FLUENT IN SPANISH
  • Customer/Client relations
  • Computer skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Volunteer

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
07.2024 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

Sunnyside Nursing and Post-Acute Care
06.2024 - 06.2025

Barista

Starbucks
10.2022 - 02.2024

Student Volunteer

Carson Animal Shelter
06.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

Los Angeles Harbor College

High School Diploma -

San Pedro Senior High