Travel and Volunteering - organising independent trips to develop global awareness and personal gains
Tamara Coughlan
Nottinghamshire
Summary
Dedicated and reliable professional with a strong passion for animal care and husbandry, supported by hands-on experience in collaborative and independent settings. Currently pursuing a BSc in Zoo Biology at Nottingham Trent University and actively volunteering at the campus animal unit while managing responsibilities at the student bar. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail when working unsupervised, reflecting a commitment to excellence in all tasks. Eager to leverage academic knowledge and practical experience to contribute effectively in the field of animal care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Assistant
NTU Brackenhurst Campus
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the bar.
- Provided support during special events.
Waitress
Sfinx Bar, Protaras Cyprus
04.2021 - 08.2025
- I worked as a waitress at Sfinx Bar in Cyprus each summer season for the past four years (2021-2025).
- Served as a dedicated waitress, supporting other staff to ensure our customers receive the highest level of service possible.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders, and confirm satisfaction.
Animal Care Intern
LionsRock Big Cat Sanctuary
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted daily health and behavioral observations to ensure the rescued big cats were behaving normally, and that any abnormalities were reported to supervisors.
- Collaborated with team members to develop engaging enrichment activities, stimulating positive behaviors in animals.
- Expanded knowledge of species-specific needs.
Animal Care Volunteer
Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Supported training efforts for new volunteers by sharing knowledge and best practices regarding animal husbandry techniques, and safety measures within the facility environment.
- Enhanced animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, maintenance of enclosures, and enrichment.
- Working as part of a team and listening to the local staff at WFFT in order to ensure continued high standards of animal welfare.
- Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
- Monitored the health of animals, reporting any issues to the staff for resolution.
- Ensuring all daily tasks and special projects are completed to the highest standards.
Volunteer
Alldays Wildlife and Communities Research Centre
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- I worked alongside fellow research volunteers to aid in data collection for both my own projects and theirs.
- Improved skills in data collection methods.
- I worked with a team for long hours in order to collect valid data needed for personal projects.
Education
BSc - Zoo Biology
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, United Kingdom07-2026
Skills
Effective time management
Interests
Art and Design
Cooking and Reading
Extra-curricular activities
Air Cadets
- I was a committed member of my local Air Cadet Squadron, attending every session for over six years. Through this I was given the ability to command tasks, make decisions, plan and organise activities and work as an effective team player as well as independently.
Vice president of Zoo society
- Worked as a team of 3 to manage an annual budget and organise events for 50+ members.
Personal swimming challenges
- Completed long-distance open-water swims as well as participating in competitions, demonstrating determination and focus.
Timeline
Animal Care Intern
LionsRock Big Cat Sanctuary
04.2025 - 06.2025
Animal Care Volunteer
Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand
01.2025 - 04.2025
Volunteer
Alldays Wildlife and Communities Research Centre
09.2024 - 12.2024
Bar Assistant
NTU Brackenhurst Campus
09.2023 - Current
Waitress
Sfinx Bar, Protaras Cyprus
04.2021 - 08.2025
BSc - Zoo Biology
Nottingham Trent University
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