1. Zachary H. Baird
512 Millers Lane Pittsburgh, PA. 15239
Phone: 4129651847 E-Mail: Zxb1002@sru.edu
Objective
To obtain a challenging internship position that allows a business to utilize my current skills and experiences to
assist in advancing sustainable practices, environmental analysis, and new technologies. I am also eager to learn
new skills in business and technological advancements and would be an excellent asset to a team oriented work
environment.
Experience
Volunteer June 2011
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources- April 2015 to Current; assisted Oil Creek
State Park.
Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity- Organize events to support Relay for Life and other Local charities
o Sargent at Arms- Oversees safety management, philanthropy events, and social media
Monroeville United Methodist Youth Group- Organized fundraisers each week to benefit local charities
RAINN- Organized fundraisers and methods of spreading awareness
Homes for Troops- Planned “Hoops for Troops” a basketball tournament that raised money and spread
awareness.
Mission Trip to Wallace, West Virginia-June 2011, 50 hours per week, constructing new roofing and decking
for families in need.
Work
Carnegie Mellon University-June 2011 to August 2011; Mailroom clerk, printer repairs, and personal assistant
to the Assistant Dean of Marketing
Pizza Hut- May 2010 to December 2013; communication, service, food preparation, and management skills
Primanti Bros. - March 2015 to Current; food preparation, communication, and customer service.
Education
Plum Borough High School, 900 Elicker Rd. Plum, Pa. 15239 September 2009-June 2012
Graduated June 2012 with QPA 2.9
Graduation Project: Job shadow of Field Geologist, career portfolio, Reflection essay, Exit interview. Project
consisted of stream and land management
Slippery Rock University August 2012 to Present
Expected Date of Graduation: May 2016 QPA: 2.5
Environmental Studies Major with Geology Minor
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Physical Geology, Environmental Problems, Earth History and Lab, Earth Materials and Processes with Lab,
Oceanography, Meteorology, Conservation, Quantitative Methods, Geo Techniques and Reporting, General
Methods of Fieldwork, GIS, Cartography, Environmental Law, Population Analysis, Intro to Hydrologic Systems.
Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel
Communication and Leadership experience
Experience in Geologic fieldwork; stream measurements
Fieldwork and research experience
CITI research certified
Planning experience in sustainable practices
Geographic Information systems and proficient in Arc GIS map and other related programs
Conservation and natural resource management
Public Health and Safety requirements
Map Making and Analysis
Ability to work in a team
Analytical and quantitative Skills
Strong work ethic
Problem solving and technical skills
Activities
Geology, Geography, and Environmental Club- November 2014 to current; promote
sustainability, healthy development, land management, and public support by organizing events
to raise awareness.
Pittsburgh Geological Society- Novemeber 2014 to Current; Networking with professionals in the
Geology field and attending geologic seminars.
Eagle Scout-Boy Scouts of America, Earned in 2010 at age 16; Organized Eagle project acquiring
over 120 hours of service time, Served as Senior Patrol Leader for Last year, 4-5 hours per week.
Senior Patrol leader of Key West exploration trip.
Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity- January 2014 to present; leadership opportunities, extensive work
with charities specifically Relay For Life and communication experience.
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o Sargent at Arms- Oversees safety management, philanthropy events, and social
networking.
Ecology Biology Club- Vice President September 2011 to May 2012, 2-3 hours per week; organize
meetings, fieldtrips, participate and lead club activities in order to teach students about Ecology
and Biology