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Reese Baker

Charleston,SC

Summary

Hardworking student environmentalist passionate about conservation, education, and promoting the local area and animals. Knowledgeable in planning events, animal husbandry, environmental education, customer service, and more. Looking to grow in the environmental career field.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Naturalist Intern

Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort
Fripp Island, SC
05.2024 - Current
  • Taught multiple interactive programs to educate the public and resort guests on various environmental topics including; barrier island ecology, bird identification, kayak safety, sea turtles, aquatic invertebrates, and more
  • Responded to various urgent wildlife safety calls
  • Conducted landscape and gardening tasks as required
  • Assisted professionals with nuisance alligator handling, capture, research, release, and safety

Research Intern

The MARSH Project
Charleston, SC
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Running water quality testing to determine changes throughout Halsey Creek
  • Working collaboratively with team members to come up with sustainable projects
  • Researching the native organisms found in Halsey Creek and creating infographics for the public
  • Participating in citizen-science and native plantings throughout Charleston

Living Labs Program

The Center for Sustainable Development
Charleston, SC
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • A semester-long program that helped students intern with companies in the environmental world such as the MARSH Project
  • Learned professional skills including, email ettiquette, public speaking, collaboration, technological skills, and more

In Studio Crew Member

The Works Cycle
Charleston , South Carolina
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Checked clients into the studio while making a friendly and welcoming atmosphere
  • ensured clients were set ip safely and comfortably in the cycle studio
  • Organized and cleaned the studio to reflect a safe space for members

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Park West Veterinary Clinic
Charleston, SC
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Prepared and cleaned the workspace for animals and their owners
  • Assisted technicians with vaccines, surgery prep, and other duties
  • Checked vitals on animals such as heart rate, temperature, and overall health

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology And Environmental Studies

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Palmetto Christian Academy
Charleston, SC
05-2022

Skills

  • Native plantings
  • CPR certified
  • water-quality testing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability
  • Self Motivation

Timeline

Naturalist Intern

Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort
05.2024 - Current

Research Intern

The MARSH Project
01.2024 - 05.2024

Living Labs Program

The Center for Sustainable Development
01.2024 - 05.2024

In Studio Crew Member

The Works Cycle
08.2023 - 05.2024

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Park West Veterinary Clinic
05.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology And Environmental Studies

College of Charleston

High School Diploma -

Palmetto Christian Academy
Reese Baker