1. Kyle Hicks
Address: 1661 Emmaus Church Rd. Moneta, VA 24121
Email: Kyleh9@vt.edu Phone: (540) 597-6171 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-hicks-76529067
EDUCATION
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA May 2015
Bachelor of Science: Environmental Science GPA: 3.52/4.0
Minor: Chemistry
EXPERIENCE
Apex Companies, Roanoke, VA October 2015–Present
Environmental Scientist
 Consult industry clientele for remediating groundwater and storm water to remain compliant with Department of
Environmental Quality (DEQ) regulations.
 Assemble numerous reports for the DEQ analyzing activities conducted as well as offer expertise for future actions based
on the data collected.
Soil Chemistry Lab, Blacksburg, VA January 2015 –June 2015
Lab Assistant
 Facilitated the analysis of soil components through which a conclusion was determined on the interaction of a toxic
element, Selenium, with a soil system.
 Supported advisor in writing their dissertation to adequately convey the results of the study, which directly affects
ranchers’ cattle in the Midwest.
Ecological Research, Blacksburg, VA May 2014 –December 2014
Lab Assistant
 Prepared and monitored experiments to determine the diversity of crayfish and benthic macro-invertebrates in an urban
impaired stream.
 Maintained a database on the diversity of crayfish species/ symbionts for impaired waterways.
 Presented at a research poster session to VT faculty receiving honorable mention for promoting awareness for storm
water integration into waterways.
ORGANIZATION
Environmental Student Organization September 2013–May 2015
Managed campus events and organized conferences that raised awareness and importance of the sustainability at VT. Also
organized support for the transition from styrofoam to biodegradable containers in the dining halls.
Oxfam at Virginia Tech August 2011–May 2012
Coordinated events such as World Hunger Day in association with international aid. Lobbied VT Bookstore to remove products
associated with child labor by conducting student polls for their opinion of the issue.
CERTIFICATION/ SKILLS
 Natural Resource Management GIS software (ArcMap).
 Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
 Detail oriented, observant, with advanced technical writing skills.
HONORS
 Recipient— James R. Nichols and John R. Dawkins Scholarships, awarded for academic excellence and volunteerism.
 Recognized by VT Office of Energy and Sustainability as a final round RFP to retrofit light bulbs in a residence hall on
campus that would cut energy use to promote sustainability.