Grace S. Doctorate
1234 Skyway Place
Bakersfield, CA 93311 (555) 555-5555
gracesamplegraduateschool@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE: Seeking admission to graduate school where I can offer excellent analytical skills
combined with research experience to contribute to the graduate program at XYZ University.
EDUCATION
California State University, Bakersfield
Bachelor of Science, Biology Major, GPA: 3.6
Bakersfield College
Transfer Courses, GPA: 3.8
Bakersfield, CA
09/xx – 06/xx
Bakersfield, CA
08/xx – 05/xx
Senior Research Project: A Review of Presenting Symptoms of Lupus – A literature review and
comprehensive study of the presenting symptoms of Lupus.
Related Courses: Introduction to Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Research Design and
Methodology, Immunology and Human Physiology
DIRECT EXPERIENCE
California State University, Bakersfield
Research Assistant
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Supported faculty grant proposal by conducting research on immunological issues associated with Lupus
and authored one segment of the grant.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bakersfield Homeless Shelter
Staff Assistant
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Bakersfield, CA
09/xx – present
Work with professional staff to help children complete academic assignments to stay current with grade
level.
Developed excellent understanding of community resources by assisting individuals and families to
identify services in the area.
Youth and Family Services
Volunteer
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Bakersfield, CA
09/xx – 06/xx
Bakersfield, CA
01/xx – 06/xx
Coordinated small group activities for youth to help with life and social skill development.
Collaborated with a team of volunteers and created educational exercises to encourage academic growth of
middle school children.
Shadowed staff in individual and small group counseling sessions and observed techniques to help children
and youth with a variety of personal and academic challenges.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
National Association of Immunologists, Student Member, 09/xx – present
California State University, Bakersfield, Biology Club, Vice President, 09/xx- present
REFERENCES & RESEARCH PORTFOLIO: Available Upon Request