Assistant High School
Resume:
Abbey E. Post
abh35y@r.postjobfree.com
Career Objective
To make a positive impact upon the environment and community as a geologist through
analysis, research and field work.
Education
2003 – 2008 Grand Valley State University Allendale, Michigan
Bachelor of Science, Major: Geology
1999 – 2003 Jenison High School Jenison, Michigan
Gold Cord Academic Honors Graduate
Work & Field Experience
2009 – 2010 Practical Environmental Consultants, Inc Byron Center, Michigan
Field Geologist
Collected groundwater and soil samples in a variety of statewide locations
Ensured environmental efficacy of underground storage tanks
Composed and submitted groundwater monitoring reports to MDNRE
Utilized CAD program to create site and groundwater flow maps
Supervised removal, drilling or installation of groundwater monitoring wells
Identified and removed free product in wells
2008 Michigan Technological University Houghton, Michigan
Field Geology and Engineering Applications
Created bedrock maps outlining land usage options
Generated Cost Benefit Analysis for ore removal and plausibility study
Summarized and discussed conclusions
Communicated findings in small groups
Collaborated with team to gather and triangulate data
Interpreted data to hypothesize sequence of rock formation and absolute age
2005 - 2008 University Field Exercises
Application of concepts in a variety of geographical locations
Measured stream velocity and discharge Allendale, Michigan
Collected samples and analyzed water quality Grand Haven, Michigan
Studied glacial till and examined sand dune soils Holland, Michigan
Measured strikes and dips of folds and faults Baraboo, Wisconsin
Mapped out geology of sandstone crossbeds St. Genevieve,
Missouri
Completed thin section analysis of igneous rocks Appalachian Mountain Range
Collected and identified minerals Bancroft, Ontario, Canada
Related Experience
2007 Grand Valley State University Allendale, Michigan
Geology Department Laboratory Assistant
Prepared laboratory supplies
Categorized geological materials
2005 – 2007 Grand Valley State University Allendale, Michigan
Geology Department Teaching Assistant
Assisted students with simulated geological situations and calculations
Organized and cataloged rock and mineral specimens
Arranged laboratory materials
Evaluated and recorded coursework
Academic Highlights
Analysis of Cenozoic Tectonic Activity and Basins within the Red River Fault Zone as a Result of
Eurasia-India Convergence
Final Project: Scientific Paper and Oral Presentation, 2008
Comparison of Settling Velocities of Various Particles within Turbulent and Laminar Flow
Student Scholarship Day: Oral Presentation, 2008
Grain Size and Petrographic Analysis of Ooids from Great Salt Lake and the Bahamas
Student Scholarship Day: Oral Presentation, 2006
Community and Extra-Curricular Involvement
Geology Club Member, 2006 – 2008
Rock and Mineral Sale Volunteer, 2007
Asian Student Union Member, 2003 – 2008
R.I.C.E. Conference Volunteer, 2003 – 2008
Camp Counselor, 2002 – 2003
National Honors Society Member, 2001 – 2003
References available upon request
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