Experienced Student in Urgent Need of Final Internship
Name: Katrina Yanicak
Position(s) interested in: Any, but in need of an internship as soon as possible as I am on limited time.
Experience and skills:
Beth Israel Memorial Chapel
Delray Beach, FL
Funeral Director / Embalmer Intern
February 2025 – September 2025
Embalm under a licensed embalmer’s supervision, including preparation procedures such as arterial embalming, cavity aspiration, and suturing.
Perform decedent care, including washing, feeding, setting, and dressing.
Apply restorative art techniques and cosmetics to ensure a natural appearance for viewings.
Support body identification protocols and tagging procedures.
Record case details and ensure proper documentation.
Heavenly Rides Transportation
Charlotte, NC
Removal Technician / Decedent Transport Specialist
January 2024 – December 2024
Respond to service calls for the removal and transportation of deceased individuals from homes, hospitals, and accident scenes to appropriate facilities.
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations while maintaining a professional and respectful demeanor.
Accurately document removal procedures and handle all paperwork related to transportation and transfer of bodies.
Palm Beach National Chapel
Lake Worth, FL
Funeral Director / Embalmer’s Apprentice
July 2022 – October 2023
Manage initial family calls and schedule appointments, gathering all necessary information.
Enter data into the Electronic Death System and oversee all aspects of death certificate processing.
Guide families during viewings and manage visitation services.
Participate in funeral services and assist with various religious ceremonies
Facilitate the transportation of decedents to the crematory and other locations
Perform essential preparation room tasks such as washing, embalming support (suturing, aspirating), applying cosmetics, and dressing the deceased.
Beth Israel Memorial Chapel
Delray Beach, FL
Detail Office Administrative Specialist
January 2022 – July 2022
Accurately enter vital statistics and demographic information into the Electronic Death Registration System (EDRS).
Manage all facets of death certificate processing and process death certificates in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Ensure the preparation of all essential service items, including caskets, floral arrangements, and other materials to create a respectful and seamless
Create various documents to support funeral home activities and for everyday internal use.
Additional Information: I am a Florida funeral service intern seeking placement to complete my remaining internship hours. I stepped away briefly to support a family member during a health-related situation, which has since been resolved.
Funeral service is a career I am deeply committed to, and I am fully available and motivated to complete my internship and continue working toward licensure. I will be renewing my internship license in February and am eager to contribute to a compassionate, community-focused funeral home.
Phone: (704) 682-3659
E-mail: kyanicak@gmail.com
Best form of contact: phone
Available to start: January 15, 2026