ELISE STEEL
Littleton
Summary
Marine Biology internship at Mote Marine Laboratory with studying the environment of different species, while and monitoring and testing the water quality. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in team settings while actively contributing to coral gene banks and sea grass restoration projects. Skilled in decision-making and maintaining aquaculture systems for diverse marine life.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Aerie By American Eagle Outfitters
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with management to identify opportunities for operational improvements in the sales process.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Marine Biology Research Assistant
Mote Marine Laboratory
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Participated in fieldwork, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
- Observed and recorded behavioral patterns of marine organisms during experiments.
- Gained hands-on experience in marine animal husbandry by maintaining aquaculture systems and ensuring proper care for a diverse range of aquatic organisms.
- Worked with Rehab Manatees and turtles.
- Participated in coral gene banks and sea grass restoration.
- Leaned about marketing and communications in business.
- Learned and observed experiments for solutions with red tide.
Theater Crew Member
Valor Christian High School
02.2022 - 03.2025
- Helped maintain a positive work environment through clear communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution when necessary among crew members.
- Managed backstage inventory, ensuring all costumes were readily available.
- Managed the spot lights for a show.
- Helped run crew and moving sets/set pieces.
- Mic certified.
Education
High School Diploma - Theater
Valor Christian High School
Highlands Ranch, CO05.2025
Skills
- Environmental monitoring
- Water quality testing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Flexible schedule
Timeline
Sales Associate
Aerie By American Eagle Outfitters
08.2025 - Current
Marine Biology Research Assistant
Mote Marine Laboratory
06.2023 - 06.2025
Theater Crew Member
Valor Christian High School
02.2022 - 03.2025
High School Diploma - Theater
Valor Christian High School