Work Experience
The professional experiences that have shaped my growth and defined who I am in the workplace are highlighted here. My journey in environmental advocacy, scientific research, marketing experiences, and behavioral neuroscience has helped me develop a unique perspective in each field. Each opportunity has enhanced my understanding of intricate challenges, whether through hands-on laboratory research, meaningful community engagement, or mastering administrative and marketing processes.
Intern - Ocean Discovery Institute
At Ocean Discovery Institute, I supported the communications and education team by helping design and edit informational materials in Canva, manage Google Classroom and program updates, and assist with outreach initiatives to engage students and families. I also participated in Ocean Leader Wednesdays, helping facilitate community activities and share program resources with students. This experience allowed me to develop my skills in digital communication, branding, and content organization while contributing to the institute’s mission of expanding access to science education in San Diego.
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SURF Intern - Dr. Kay Tye Lab
Conducted research on the effects of psilocybin on valence processing using a mouse model. Gained hands-on experience with wet lab techniques, performed spike sorting to analyze neuronal responses, and contributed to understanding how psilocybin influences fear and reward processing.
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STEM Intern - San Diego Coastkeeper
Worked to protect San Diego's waterway with a combination of science, advocacy, education, and community engagement. Updated website daily, conducted water sampling/testing, participated in beach clean-ups, executed assigned tasks, and finalized grant research.
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