John Abnet

Experience

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  Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  Undergraduate Intern

  This position was an internship through my undergraduate university where I helped care for and educate the public about the sea turtle patients at the hospital. Routine tasks included food preparation, Sanitation of enclosures, handling and assisting with veterinary care, and leading education programs for guests.

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  Queensland Dept of Environment and Science

  Jul 2023 - now

  Graduate Student Intern

  I worked in the Aquatic Threatened Species Program under the Queensland Dept of Environment and Science. I actively participated in a unique opportunity within the National Parks and Wildlife Service, dedicating efforts to the preservation and conservation of aquatic threatened species, their habitats, and associated ecosystems. Fostered positive relationships with indigenous communities, engaging in meaningful dialogue to raise awareness and garner support for aquatic threatened species conservation initiatives. Actively engaged in in isolated field-based activities collecting sea turtle population data. Show less