Jessica Marie Perfetti graduated summa cum laude from Spring Arbor University with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology in 2015. She has experience working as an administrative assistant for an environmental consulting firm and has tutored genetics. Perfetti also spent a semester abroad in Guatemala interning at a coffee farm researching plant diseases and at a medical clinic taking vital signs of children.
1. Jessica Marie Perfetti
Education: Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, Michigan May 2015
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Summa Cum Laude, GPA 3.97
Technical/Non-Technical Skills:
Proficient understanding of the maintenance and use of scientific lab equipment
Experience with scientific research and presenting findings written and/or orally
Adept knowledge in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and the Internet
Awards:
Departmental Honors May 2015
Dean’s list Fall 2011-May 2015
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Fall 2013
Work Experience:
Environmental Consultants Inc., Keego Harbor, MI Administrative Assistant September 2015 - Present
Assign work projects to coworkers
Organize and verify data quality of completed reports
Facilitate transfer of the finished reports to the proper subcontractors
Develop improvements to planning system resulting in higher quality reports for subcontractors
Coordinate with DTE Energy management to ensure quality and timeliness requirements are met
Assist in evaluation and future implementation of the new Clearion software program
Communicate with coworkers to ensure consistent work process and output are maintained
Train and supervise 3 office assistants
Sav-On Drugstore, Woodhaven, MI Cashier May 2013- September 2015
Gained experience in customer service
Inspected food dates, ordered items, and restocked shelves (weekly)
Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI Tutor Fall 2014
Tutored college juniors and increased their understanding in the topic of genetics
De La Gente, Ciudad Vieja, Guatemala Intern Spring 2014
Independently researched Roya fungus and current treatment methods in local coffee farms
Learned about the development of agricultural technology to expedite coffee processing
Clínicas Médicas San José, Pastores, Guatemala Intern Spring 2014
Took basic vital signs, height, and weight of approximately 15 children/day
Learned about the Guatemalan healthcare system
Public Speaking and Communication Experience:
Spiritual Life Advisor Student Leader September 2014-May 2014
Lead Bible studies, encouraged floor mates, and intentionally built relationships
Natural Science Seminar Speaker February 13, 2014
Presented my experiences abroad in Guatemala with the Biology students of Spring Arbor University
Guatemala Semester Program Student Abroad January 2014-May 2014
Experienced life in another culture, learned methods of communication, and studied Spanish
Volunteerism:
Currently volunteer at Lifebridge Church as a youth leader and at Great Lakes Caring hospice program.
Previously served at the Center for Autism Spectrum Enrichment and Children’s Hospital of Michigan
23351 E. Fairway Dr. • Woodhaven, MI 48183 • (734) 626-9123 • JessicaPerfetti15@gmail.com