Isabel White

Lead guided nighttime kayak tours through bioluminescent waters near Merritt Island, interpreting ecological and behavioral aspects of coastal ecosystems Communicate biological and environmental concepts to diverse audiences, strengthening science communication and public understanding of biodiversity Conduct safety briefings and provide instruction in navigation and field observation

Seasonal Kayak Tour Guide - Get Up and Go Kayaking - Titusville, FL

(2026-06)

• Lead guided nighttime kayak tours through bioluminescent waters near Merritt Island, interpreting ecological and behavioral aspects of coastal ecosystems
• Communicate biological and environmental concepts to diverse audiences, strengthening science communication and public understanding of biodiversity
• Conduct safety briefings and provide instruction in navigation and field observation

Dolphin Research Intern - Hubbs SeaWorld Research Institute - Melbourne, FL

(2026-05)

• Conduct photo-identification analysis of bottlenose dolphins, managing and organizing datasets for population monitoring and individual identification
• Assist with marine mammal stranding response for live and deceased cetaceans in Brevard and Volusia counties
• Support boat-based surveys and drone-assisted field data collection on dolphin behavior, distribution, and habitat use
• Perform Excel-based data entry and dataset organization for research and field operations

Eco-Organizer Intern - IDEAS For US - UCF - Orlando, FL

(2024-09 - 2025-05)

• Supported environmental action projects including habitat cleanups and native planting event
• Assisted with outreach and education on sustainability and biodiversity conservation
• Coordinated volunteer engagement and event logistics for campus initiatives

Animal Care Intern - Back To Nature Wildlife Refuge & Education Center - Orlando, FL

(2024-01 - 2025-05)

• Assisted with rehabilitation of native wildlife under supervision, including feeding, husbandry, and enclosure maintenance
• Supported staff with medication administration and treatment procedures following established protocols
• Assisted with intake and monitoring of injured Florida native wildlife

Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Evolutionary and Conservation Biology - University of Central Florida (2027-05)

Certificate - Undergraduate Geographic Information Systems - University of Central Florida (2027-05)