Val Coppola
Cambridge
Summary
Dedicated student with volunteer experience in animal care and bookselling for Amnesty International, alongside organizing charity hospitality events. Completed a work experience placement in a science lab in Cambridge, gaining practical insights into scientific processes. Holds certifications in food safety, allergen awareness, and hospitality operations. Committed to furthering knowledge and skills for a career in the science-related industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Animal Care Assistant
South Angle Family Farm
Ely, Cambridgeshire
04.2025 - Current
- Assist with animal care on weekends and during school holidays.
Maintain cleanliness of animal enclosures and feed various species.
Supported children's petting experiences with animals and reptiles.
Hospitality and Event volunteer
Turtle Dove
Cambridge
05.2023 - Current
- Assist with various charity events, weddings and afternoon teas.
Served refreshments and provided hospitality support during events.
Set up and cleared tables to ensure smooth operations.
Volunteer Bookseller
Amnesty International
Cambridge
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted in pricing, shelving, and organising books.
Provided customer service at the till.
Handled customer enquiries effectively.
Intern
DefiniGEN
Cambridge
08.2024
- One-week internship at a biological research lab that specialises in liver disease research
Work Experience
Novotel
Cambridge
07.2024
- One-week work experience as part of my college curriculum. I received training in different areas of the back office like payroll and HR.
Canteen Assistant
St Catherine’s College
Cambridge
08.2023
- P/T paid role Serving food in the student canteen and clearing the areas
Education
Secondary School -
Twyford Church of England School
Acton, London12.2018
A-level retake - Biology
MPW Cambridge
Cambridge06.2026
A-levels - Biology and Practical Endorsement in Biology, Economics
Comberton Sixth Form
Cambridgeshire06.2025
Alternative Provision Education provided by Cambridge LEA
06.2023
GCSE -
Radyr Comprehensive School
Cardiff, Wales06.2022
Primary School -
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School
Chiswick, London06.2017
Skills
Hands-on experience in animal care
Army Cadet - First Aid Skills – Firearm training
Work experience in a Scientific Research lab
Volunteer for Amnesty International Bookstore
Avid reader of science, history and philosophy
Excellent GCSE results
Level 2 Food Safety Award
Level 2 Allergen Awareness
Certificate in Introduction to Hospitality Operations
Certificate in Equine Assisted Learning and Pet First Aid
National Rifle Association Training Course
Languages
English
First Language
Hobbies and interests
- Reading about history, animal rights, Philosophy in particular ethics, travelling, cooking.
Nationality
- British and Italian passport holder
Timeline
Volunteer Animal Care Assistant
South Angle Family Farm
04.2025 - Current
Intern
DefiniGEN
08.2024
Work Experience
Novotel
07.2024
Canteen Assistant
St Catherine’s College
08.2023
Hospitality and Event volunteer
Turtle Dove
05.2023 - Current
Volunteer Bookseller
Amnesty International
10.2022 - 03.2023
Secondary School -
Twyford Church of England School
A-level retake - Biology
MPW Cambridge
A-levels - Biology and Practical Endorsement in Biology, Economics
Comberton Sixth Form
Alternative Provision Education provided by Cambridge LEA
GCSE -
Radyr Comprehensive School
Primary School -
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School