Emma Koenig

University of New England Maine Science and Environmental Studies Student

Biddeford, Maine, United States

About

Experience

  • Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation at New England Aquarium
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    I’ll be working hands-on with endangered sea turtles, helping with their care, rehabilitation, and release back into the ocean. This opportunity means so much to me and is a huge step toward my goal of working in marine conservation.

  • University of New England (3 yrs 11 mos)
    • UNE Sustainability Fellow
      May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Broodstock Fish Technician
      Aug 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

      Daily water quality and husbandry Feeding controlled and specialized diets Tank maintenance (cleaning and water changes) Rearing of various tropical species (Clownfish – multiple species, Yellow Tang, Orchid Dottyback, Mudskippers) Larval rearing experience Culturing Live food (i.e. zooplankton and phytoplankton) CITI certified Lab recognition: "SeaStar of the Month" -Outstanding work recognized by supervisor and peers

  • Food And Beverage Supervisor at Cowabunga Vegas Waterpark
    May 2021 - Aug 2024 · 3 yrs 4 mos

    Provided customer service on a daily basis Processed transactions handling cash, credit, and electronic payments Managed inventory Organized team member events Organized 100-800 people events Organized food layout and food preperations Trained new and existing team members on policies and procedures Hosted cabana customers Performed daily opening and closing responsibilities Supervised up to 25 employees at a time