Communicating the science and research at Florida Fish and Wildlife’s Research Institute in St. Petersburg.

Handled all aspects of the waterspouts business including power boat and jet ski operations. Provided customer service, handled reservations, conducted retail transactions and stocked storefront. Maintained clerical responsibilities and booking services.

Monitoring shorebird and seabird nesting in Pinellas County, Florida. Organizing events, coordinating volunteers, and managing nesting sites.

Served as a small group teacher at elementary schools across Pinellas County. Provided students with guidance on garden care and guided them through science based lessons. Communicated the biologic processes involved in gardening to students age five to twelve. Trained in conflict resolution as well as captive audience engagement.

Assisted with research collection and interpretation at shorebird nesting sites under Dr. Beth Forys. Educated beach-goers on shorebirds and environmental concerns. Research focused on infanticide in black skimmer colonies. Publication in Journal of Marine Ornithology.

Worked in various aspects at the wildlife refuge visitor center during a summer internship with Youth Conservation Corps. Duties included greeting and answering visitor questions, visitor center upkeep, clerical duties, guiding trail tours, interpretation, and light property maintenance.