Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Timeline
Volunteer

Terence Zegarra

Carlsbad,CA

Summary

Environmental Science graduate with a passion for addressing climate change by promoting sustainable practices and engaging community members for awareness and action.

Committed to making a positive impact through advocacy and collaborative projects that unite individuals in healing the earth and their communities.

Skilled in project management, event planning, and fostering meaningful connections to drive change.

Eager to contribute expertise and drive transformative initiatives that promote environmental stewardship.

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to far, go together." | African Proverb

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Environmental Garden Intern

Associated Students Sustainability, Chico State
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Helped research and establish composting protocols for winter months and analyze and update composting best practices for Internship program participants
  • · Educated visitors on vermiculture, organic gardening, natural pest control, pollinator gardening
  • Performed seasonal cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas
  • Communicated with community members by answering questions and addressing concerns to provide regular updates on garden project status
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges and document solutions

Environmental Planning Intern

Associated Students Sustainability Chico
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Conducted more than 20 site assessments to assist in incorporating sustainability (recycling, composting) elements in club event plans
  • Assisted in planning of sustainable events best practices ie: using compostable utensils and dishware; composting waste, separating recyclable materials
  • Conducted demonstrations and Q&A sessions at community outreach events ie; shredding events, electronic waste collection, repurpose/reuse/recycle swaps

Restaurant Bar Back/Lead Busser

BJ’s
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests
  • Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed
  • Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service
  • Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests

Busser/Barback/ Food Runner

Senor Grubby's Restaurant
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Summer 2019 and Summer 2020
  • Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures
  • Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment
  • Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks
  • Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins, and cleaning spills
  • Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables
  • Cash handling and billing

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

California State University - Chico
Chico, CA
05.2023

Skills

  • Excel
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Powerpoint
  • Google Applications
  • Data Gathering
  • Event Planning
  • Project Management
  • Vermiculture
  • Organic Gardening

Interests

Organic gardening

Vermiculture

Composting

Online world-building

Timeline

Restaurant Bar Back/Lead Busser

BJ’s
06.2021 - 08.2021

Environmental Garden Intern

Associated Students Sustainability, Chico State
01.2021 - 03.2022

Environmental Planning Intern

Associated Students Sustainability Chico
01.2020 - 01.2021

Busser/Barback/ Food Runner

Senor Grubby's Restaurant
05.2019 - 08.2019

Volunteer

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

California State University - Chico
Terence Zegarra