Catherine Diaz Casablanca
Rockville
Summary
Efficient and detail-oriented laboratory intern with 1 year of experience supporting research projects and maintaining laboratory equipment. Proficient in titration, aseptic technique, and SOP writing. Strong organizational skills and experience with hazardous material handling.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Intern
DNA Research Center
Thomas S. Wootton High School - Rockville, MD
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities.
- Enhanced project visibility by maintaining up-to-date project status reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Letters and Sciences
University of Maryland
College Park, MD05-2028
High school diploma -
Thomas S. Wootton High School
Rockville, MD05.2024
Skills
- Gel Electrophoresis
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Titration
- Aseptic technique
- SOP writing
- Hazardous material handling
- Spectrophotometer
- Centrifuge
- Organizational skills
- Bacterial Culturing
- Laboratory experience (1 year)
- Micro pipetting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
Awards
Outstanding Academic Achievement Award, College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program, 2023
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Intern
DNA Research Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
High school diploma -
Thomas S. Wootton High School
Bachelor of Science - Letters and Sciences
University of Maryland