I'm a fourth-year Anthropology/Archaeology student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison with hands-on archaeological excavation, research, and reporting/writing experience, plus over three years of customer service work. I thrive in collaborative environments where careful observation, clear documentation, and thoughtful interpretation matter. I'm passionate about uncovering human histories, organizing data for research, and sharing findings through accessible writing and visuals. I enjoy connecting fieldwork, coursework, and community engagement to tell compelling stories about the past.

Zachary Arthur Muchhala

I'm a fourth-year Anthropology/Archaeology student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison with hands-on archaeological excavation, research, and reporting/writing experience, plus over three years of customer service work. I thrive in collaborative environments where careful observation, clear documentation, and thoughtful interpretation matter. I'm passionate about uncovering human histories, organizing data for research, and sharing findings through accessible writing and visuals. I enjoy connecting fieldwork, coursework, and community engagement to tell compelling stories about the past.

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I’m a fourth-year Anthropology/Archaeology student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison with hands-on archaeological excavation, research, and reporting/writing experience, plus over three years of customer service work. I thrive in collaborative environments where careful observation, clear documentation, and thoughtful interpretation matter.

I’m passionate about uncovering human histories, organizing data for research, and sharing findings through accessible writing and visuals. I enjoy connecting fieldwork, coursework, and community engagement to tell compelling stories about the past.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Field School Archaeologist at Cosa Excavations
June 1, 2024 - September 29, 2025
Field team member excavating an ancient Roman bath complex at the site of Cosa; learned classical excavation methods, artefact processing, pottery cleaning, and museum storage organization; sketched artefacts and attended lectures on Roman history and site findings (brick stamps, inscriptions, etc).
Field School Archaeologist at Isle Royale Field School
June 1, 2024 - September 29, 2025
Field work and research excavating an archaeological site on Isle Royale; learned to use a total station, set up excavation grids, make site maps, structure field notes, excavate a unit, and clean/store artifacts.
Archivist Intern at UW–Madison Archaeology Archives
September 1, 2025 - Present
Deciding how to organize an archaeologist's files, letters, and research documents; grouping and labeling files by topic; creating a digitized catalog for research access.
Barista at Pete's Coffee
March 1, 2024 - Present
Followed specific coffee recipes, worked in a fast-paced environment, handled multiple orders, and contributed to customer service.
Shift Lead at MOD Pizza
August 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Assisted customers, took orders, prepared pizzas, maintained cleanliness, promoted to shift lead after a year and a half, and organized shift schedules to improve team efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology at University of Wisconsin, Madison
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026
Certificate in Archaeology at University of Wisconsin, Madison
September 1, 2022 - September 29, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate: Archaeology
September 1, 2022 - September 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Travel & Hospitality