Rafaela Plaza
Purdue University, West Lafayette,IN
Summary
Motivated and hardworking sophomore student majoring in Health and Disease (Biology) with a fervent passion for the medical field and research. Actively pursuing professional opportunities to utilize my adaptability, problem-solving skills, and previous medical setting experience in making a meaningful contribution to the ever-evolving realm of healthcare.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Hospital Alcivar
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Received Intern Certification
- Assisted in PCR’s and Immunoassay processes
- Attended and offered service to donors in Blood Bank
- Analyzed samples in clinical and molecular biology laboratory
Intern
Solca, Cancer Hospital
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Worked along pathologist Alejandra Torredo for technical supervision
- Examined tumor cells with microscope to identify different types of cancer
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
Tutor
Fundación Los Lojas (school)
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with 2 middle school girl students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Held zoom meetings 4 hours/week to help with academic improvement
Volunteer
Aldea De Niño Cristo Rey
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted with special events and programs with the kids
- Organized social activities to collect funds and donations for the organization
Intern
Unilever Company
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Arranged and participated in meetings with buyers and advertisers
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Summer Exchange Student
With: Sonnia O'Connor
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Attended Reading Middle School as international exchange student to practice English skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Disease (Biology)
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2026
IB Program Certificate -
Unidad Educativa Monte Tabor Nazaret
Guayaquil, Ecuador02.2022
Skills
enthusiastic
efficient
hardworking
able to multitask
problem solving skills
analytical thinking
team collaboration
Accomplishments
Dean's List and Semester Honors, Fall 2022
Involvement
- Purdue University Dance Marathon, Riley Relations Committee Member
- Purdue University Caduceus Club, Member
- Purdue University Pre-PA club, member
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Timeline
Intern
Hospital Alcivar
06.2022 - 08.2022
Intern
Solca, Cancer Hospital
04.2022 - 05.2022
Tutor
Fundación Los Lojas (school)
09.2021 - 10.2021
Volunteer
Aldea De Niño Cristo Rey
06.2021 - 10.2021
Intern
Unilever Company
08.2019 - 08.2019
Summer Exchange Student
With: Sonnia O'Connor
03.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health And Disease (Biology)
Purdue University
IB Program Certificate -
Unidad Educativa Monte Tabor Nazaret
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