Caitlyn Rud
(C) 952-***-**** ********@***.*** ***1 Walnut Curve, Chanhassen, MN 55317
OBJECTIVE: To gain experience in the field of Biochemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science through an internship. EDUCATION:
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Biochemistry Major
Cumulative GPA: 3.20
Iowa State University
Minneapolis, MN
Graduating Spring 2022
Ames, IA
August 2018-August
2020
Relevant Courses:
Organic Chemistry I and II
Human Anatomy
Soil Science
Biological Anthropology
GIS Coursework
Issues in the Environment
Medical
Terminology
Calculus I, II and III
Biochemistry
Lab Skills:
Proper care and disposal of chemicals
Knowledge of various laboratory equipment
in the fields of forestry, chemistry, and
biology.
Data analysis using Microsoft Excel and
ArcGIS
Writing technical lab reports
Example Lab Work:
Forestry, Soil Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Anthropology, and Anatomy labs
Studied the effects of assisted migration of red oak seedlings and climate change predictions for hardwood forests in Minnesota
Designed an experiment to crystallize Copper (II) Sulfate which resulted in maximization of the crystal’s size
Used teamwork to effectively obtain enough DNA to analyze using Gel Electrophoresis
Evaluated multiple sets of primitive skulls to determine the species of an unidentified skull RELATED EXPERIENCE:
University of Minnesota: Forestry Fieldwork November 2020 Stand Management and Species Control
Experienced through professors’ techniques of forest management regarding an even aged stand of Quaking Aspen.
Learned about methods of understory removal, deer control, and invasive species control. Ridgeview Medical Center May 2019 – August 2019
Women’s Imaging and Patient Representative Volunteer
Escort patients and prepare them for their hospital visit
Comfort patients by making sure their needs are met Iowa State University August 2018 – December 2018
Biochemistry Lab Assistant and Beer Lab Assistant
Prepared the labs for upcoming classes by setting out proper laboratory equipment, measuring chemicals and testing pH values and making sure there are no exposed hazards left over from previous classes
Stocking cleaning products and common PPE items, emptying and cleaning glassware, disposing of chemicals and sharps reporting missing items and retrieving packages
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE:
Held a variety of part-time jobs with skills developed in:
Leadership
Teamwork
Organization
Customer Service
Communication
Attention to detail