Sabrina Medina
OBJECTIVE
Graduated with a BS in Marine Biology and seeking experiences working in conservation, collaborating with researchers, and advocating for marine environment while being part of a team and contributing to the community.
SKILLS
? Experience working on boats
? Strong swimming/diving experience
? Lifeguard/CPR certified
? SCUBA certified
? Ability to work in a team
? Conservation ambassador
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Biology May 2018
University of Hawaii at Manoa
• Conducted an independent research project on coral planula settlement
• Assisted in the lab and field of various research projects
EXPERIENCE
Pacific Whale Foundation June 2018-April 2020
Marine Naturalist
• First mate and Marine Naturalist aboard PACWhale Eco-Adventure Cruises
• Gave talks and presentations regarding marine life, the islands, and conservation
• Worked as crew on snorkel trips/whale watches and a dinner manager/server on dinner cruises
Australia Team
• Naturalist: selected to participate in Australian branch for the whale season giving narrations on humpback whale watches
• Researcher on board: collected data on behavior, pod composition, pod interaction, GPS coordinates, and photos for catalog
• Worked as crew, reservations, retail, and ran social media sites
Dar Coral Restoration Nursery October 2016-May 2018
Volunteer
• Conducted independent directed research project on the effects of sunlight and substrate on coral planula settlement
• Fragmented, cleaned, maintained, and treated various species of coral
• Plumed, drilled, and built water and air PVC pipes for experimental use
Laguna Ocean Foundation July-August 2017
Intern
• Trained as a docent educator for the intertidal tide pools
• Conducted a survey monitoring behavior of patrons in the intertidal during low tide
• Became more familiar with the various species found in the tide pools and local MPAs
NASA Hyperspectral and Infrared Imager (HyspIRI) Preparatory Campaign
Field Assistant March 2017
• Assisted in a project to relate aerial imagery to ground measurements in hopes to create a model that can accurately classify habitat types from future satellite measurements
• Helped a Postdoctoral Research Scientist take coordinates via GPS, collect transects, and anchor the boat
• Used snorkel gear to complete a series of phototransects on various patch reefs of Kaneohe Bay
Inner Cabrillo Beach Survey June 2016
Volunteer
• Participated in a long-term project at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, worked with local professors and CMA staff
• Collected animals using a beach seine extending from the ocean floor to the surface at three different locations in the inner tidal zone
• Identified, counted, measured, and weighed the various fish and invertebrate species
Dana Point Ocean Institute July-August 2016
Volunteer
• Worked as an Ocean ambassador with children
• Provided information regarding program, facilities, and the Dana Point harbor
• Guide and exhibit facilitator
OBJECTIVE
Graduated with a BS in Marine Biology and seeking experiences working in conservation, collaborating with researchers, and advocating for marine environment while being part of a team and contributing to the community.
SKILLS
? Experience working on boats
? Strong swimming/diving experience
? Lifeguard/CPR certified
? SCUBA certified
? Ability to work in a team
? Conservation ambassador
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Biology May 2018
University of Hawaii at Manoa
• Conducted an independent research project on coral planula settlement
• Assisted in the lab and field of various research projects
EXPERIENCE
Pacific Whale Foundation June 2018-April 2020
Marine Naturalist
• First mate and Marine Naturalist aboard PACWhale Eco-Adventure Cruises
• Gave talks and presentations regarding marine life, the islands, and conservation
• Worked as crew on snorkel trips/whale watches and a dinner manager/server on dinner cruises
Australia Team
• Naturalist: selected to participate in Australian branch for the whale season giving narrations on humpback whale watches
• Researcher on board: collected data on behavior, pod composition, pod interaction, GPS coordinates, and photos for catalog
• Worked as crew, reservations, retail, and ran social media sites
Dar Coral Restoration Nursery October 2016-May 2018
Volunteer
• Conducted independent directed research project on the effects of sunlight and substrate on coral planula settlement
• Fragmented, cleaned, maintained, and treated various species of coral
• Plumed, drilled, and built water and air PVC pipes for experimental use
Laguna Ocean Foundation July-August 2017
Intern
• Trained as a docent educator for the intertidal tide pools
• Conducted a survey monitoring behavior of patrons in the intertidal during low tide
• Became more familiar with the various species found in the tide pools and local MPAs
NASA Hyperspectral and Infrared Imager (HyspIRI) Preparatory Campaign
Field Assistant March 2017
• Assisted in a project to relate aerial imagery to ground measurements in hopes to create a model that can accurately classify habitat types from future satellite measurements
• Helped a Postdoctoral Research Scientist take coordinates via GPS, collect transects, and anchor the boat
• Used snorkel gear to complete a series of phototransects on various patch reefs of Kaneohe Bay
Inner Cabrillo Beach Survey June 2016
Volunteer
• Participated in a long-term project at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, worked with local professors and CMA staff
• Collected animals using a beach seine extending from the ocean floor to the surface at three different locations in the inner tidal zone
• Identified, counted, measured, and weighed the various fish and invertebrate species
Dana Point Ocean Institute July-August 2016
Volunteer
• Worked as an Ocean ambassador with children
• Provided information regarding program, facilities, and the Dana Point harbor
• Guide and exhibit facilitator