Aaron Garcia
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Skilled in research processes and critical thinking, and successfully contributed to impactful research on exercise and health. Bilingual and adaptable, I excel in teamwork and personal engagement, driving projects to completion while maintaining professional etiquette. In any work setting, I believe I can be a useful asset to the team because of my willingness and reliability to the work environment, my desire to support and engage with people/customers' needs, and my responsibility to the company and to employers that strive to build a productive space that I am determined to represent and uphold.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Exercise Science and Health Researcher- Internship
University of Texas at the Rio Grande Valley
01.2026 - Current
- Engaged with clients in healthcare setting to assess body composition and motor skills for tailored health interventions.
- Collaborated with research team to investigate exercise's impact on health and well-being.
- Creating research proposals and sharing those ideas at affiliated conferences.
- Associate Intern for Dr. Soojin Yoo at the University of Texas at the Rio Grande Valley
Construction Worker for a Cementing company
Dulcan Homes
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Learned how to make and apply cement on walls, along with drilling in cemented walls, painting, scraping dry cement, smoothing out buildings, raking, breaking concrete, measuring, and window flashing
- Assisted lead workers in material organization and ensured areas were free of hazardous debris.
- Operated effectively in a challenging, physically demanding environment to support operations.
Education
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Psychology of Sciences
The University of Texas At Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12-2026
High School Diploma -
Vanguard Academy Beethoven Early College High School
Edinburg05-2023
Skills
- Research methodology
- Client engagement
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Creative thinking in design and planning
- Attention to detail
- Timely task completion
- Diligent performance with focus and determination
- Teamwork abilities/ leadership qualities shown in team projects
- Adaptable work ethic
- Willingness to learn
- Positive mindset
- Professional demeanor
Certification
- Certification/License: Non-Commissioned Security Officer Level II, Autodesk Associate Certification (Engineering Computer Program), CPR Certified
Extended Education
- Bilingual/Biliterate - Spanish (conversational)
Awards and Honors
Distinguished-level program graduate, Top 10% of graduating class, The UTRGV Meritorious Scholarship, The UTRGV Endowed Scholarship, Dual Enrollment Certification Acknowledgement
Volunteer Experience
Vanguard Beethoven Academy, Volunteer - Creative Designer, Edinburg, 2019, 2019, Allowed to create a thematic and artistic setting for a school incentive dealing with financial aid. Supported the advisor by adding creative and interesting ideas using arts and crafts to make the meeting more engaging and communal for our peers.
Activities and Clubs
- 2023 2025
- UTRGV Chi Alpha Christian Organization/ Small group Bible Study
- Fellowship and community get-togethers for small group meetings that involve personal growth, Bible studies, and connecting with new people and friends.
- Leading Bible studies with a person-focused approach and asking questions that help create an engaging and fun environment for everyone. Involving planning, organizing, and communicating effectively to teach and properly engage with peers.
- 2026-Present
- Exercise Science Club
- Participating in club activities that advertise events for everyone to get up and move, to exercise, and to establish friendships with peers. With the primary emphasis and continuous reminder that exercise is medicine.
- Includes cross country/track fundraisers to support healthcare, sporting events, volunteering and communing with hospitals, food drives, and social services to aid in physical and mental health.
Timeline
Exercise Science and Health Researcher- Internship
University of Texas at the Rio Grande Valley
01.2026 - Current
Construction Worker for a Cementing company
Dulcan Homes
01.2025 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Psychology of Sciences
The University of Texas At Rio Grande Valley
High School Diploma -
Vanguard Academy Beethoven Early College High School