Reilly Whitt
Candler,NC
Summary
Dynamic Environmental Scientist with hands-on experience at Ecosystem Planning and Restoration, excelling in water quality assessments and field research. Proficient in ArcGIS Pro and Microsoft Excel, I effectively analyze data to drive impactful environmental solutions. My strong analytical skills and passion for ecological restoration contribute to successful project outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Scientist Intern
Ecosystem Planning and Restoration
Asheville, NC
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Executed TN SQT assessments across multiple sites
- Evaluated and assessed water quality parameters through on-site testing
- Gathered and analyzed macroinvertebrate samples
- Applied Excel to evaluate on-site measurements gathered from various sites
- Facilitated mitigation monitoring processes across multiple sites.
- Executed regular maintenance of numerous bat monitoring sites on NCDOT sites
Fluvial Geomorphology
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Analyzed hydraulic flow patterns and processes in streams and rivers
- Examined factors driving erosion, transport, and deposition of sediment
- Examined factors affecting channel morphology
- Evaluated key techniques currently applied in restoration of degraded river systems
Soils and Hydrology
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Evaluated essential soil and hydrology processes and properties through landscapes, geologic contexts, and data analysis
- Obtained sufficient water samples from local streams and assessed multiple water quality parameters.
- Explored interactions between ground water and surface water, determining effects on water quality
- Executed an extensive research project employing established methods and data analysis techniques to investigate hydrological and soil-forming processes in the Gribble Gap watershed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science minor Geology
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2025
Skills
- ArcGIS Pro
- Google Earth Pro
- Microsoft Excel
- RiverMorph
- Environmental monitoring
- Field research
- Water testing equipment utilization
Accomplishments
- Served as President for WCU Interfraternity Council
- Served as Secretary/Recruitment Chair for Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity
- Attended the Southeast Greek Leadership Conference
- Represented WCU at Lambda Chi Alpha's 59th General Assembly
Timeline
Environmental Scientist Intern
Ecosystem Planning and Restoration
05.2024 - 08.2024
Fluvial Geomorphology
Western Carolina University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Soils and Hydrology
Western Carolina University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science minor Geology
Western Carolina University