Sustainability Intern at Battery Park City Authority (BPCA) (2026-06 – 2026-08)
- Developed educational materials and interactive activities to promote biodiversity, conservation, and composting awareness in Battery Park City
- Planned and led community outreach events that fostered community engagement and environmental stewardship.
Animal Behavior Research Intern (Grizzly Bears) at Wildlife Conservation Society (2026-02 – 2026-05)
- Conducted an ethological study on zoo-housed grizzly bears to track habitat use and behavioral trends
- Used ZooMonitor to record real-time data on habitat location & animal behavior
- Analyzed behavioral and habitat-use data for a research paper focused on animal welfare and environmental management
Behavioral Husbandry Intern → Volunteer (Pinnipeds) at Wildlife Conservation Society (2025-09 – Present)
- Support the care of harbor seals and California sea lions by maintaining a safe, clean environment, preparing diets, and observing animal training protocols.
- Administer daily animal enrichment and record behavioral observations.
- Communicate wildlife science and conservation messages to the public through sea lions shows and guest interactions.
Estuarine Research Intern at Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS) | Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) (2024-01 – 2025-01)
- Participated in an estuarine science program incorporating research discussions, professional development workshops, and field training.
- Gained hands-on experience collecting water quality data and biological data during fieldwork at SERC
- Developed and presented a scientific research poster connecting environmental data, field observations, and literature at the 2025 Society for Integrative & Comparative Biology conference.
Rabbit Care Volunteer at Animal Care Centers of NYC (2024-10 – 2026-03)
- Provided care for rabbits, ensuring clean enclosures, proper nutrition, behavioral monitoring.
- Facilitated socialization and exercise through structured floor time, observing and documenting behaviors for staff review and supporting adoption efforts.
