Zachary Telschow is a Purdue University student seeking a research position involving animal analysis and husbandry. He has a 3.0 GPA in Animal Science with a concentration in Biosciences and will graduate in May 2017. His relevant experience includes research assisting involving cattle diet studies, equine veterinary interning, and animal sanctuary interning. He has also held various part-time jobs and volunteer positions related to animals.
1. Zachary Telschow
Email: ztelscho@purdue.edu
Linkin: www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-telschow
Campus Address Permanent Address
219 Waldron, Apartment B2 605 West Waterford Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906 Wakarusa, IN 46573
(574) 596-6629 (574) 862-3123
Objective To obtain a research position involving animal analysis and husbandry
Education Purdue University: Bachelor of Science May 2017
Degree in Animal Science with a concentration in Biosciences GPA 3.0
Work Experience
Research Assistant: Lily Hall, West Lafayette February 2016-Present
Operated Kjeltec for urine analysis for ammonia and nitrogen content
Digested and diluted feed samples for cobalt and chromium content
Performed blood draws and recorded weights for research on cattle diets
Weighed feed and urine samples
Equine Veterinary Hospital Intern: Wakarusa, Indiana May 2016
Sterilized vaginal area for AI and cultures
Assisted with collection of stallions
Lead horses to cross ties for examination and mucking of their stalls
Animalia Intern: Thorntown, Indiana May-August 2015
Monitored the daily well-being of all animals at Animalia
Cleaned and building habitats and enrichment
Demonstrated animal encounters for library education programs
Purdue Promise Mentor: West Lafayette, Indiana August-December 2014
Mentoring students with apprehensions toward Purdue University
Providing information and guidance of various Purdue facilities and services
Collaborated with team of students to bring positive experience
Nelson’s Golden Glow Caterer and Cook: Wakarusa, Indiana June-August 2014
Lifting heavy products
Serving various customers in different venues
Cooking chicken/grilled products at adequate temperature
Mach-1 Paper and Poly Company Line Worker: Elkhart, Indiana June-August 2012
Routine skills with counting and stacking
Disassembled and reassembled machinery
Manufacturing of permanent structures
Prairie Camp Counselor: Goshen, Indiana May 2009- June 2013
Instructed 10-15 children ranging from grades 1st through 9th
Facilitated group discussions and supervised free time for children
Provided emotional support to campers throughout the week
Volunteer Experience
Dr. Weldy’s Associates, Inc.: Wakarusa, Indiana Winter 2015
Volunteer Technician
Goshen Animal Clinic: Goshen, Indiana December 2014
Volunteer Technician
Extracurricular Activities
Purdue University Dance Marathon November 2013
Dancer contributing to the first time PUDM raised over $1,000,000 for Riley Children Hospital
Purdue Musical Organization August 2013-Present
University Choir Member that annually performed in the Purdue Christmas Show
Tenor Section Leader who took attendance,administered demerits, and lead group rehearsals
Phenomena (Purdue Musical Organization) January 2014-May 2016
Dancer and fundraiser for Food Finders and Bauer Family Resources