Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
SELECTED AWARDS & COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
COLLEGIATE ATHLETICS & ATHLETIC HONORS
Timeline

MATTHEW R. CORNELIUS

OSO Communications, Inc.
Rio Rancho,NM
MATTHEW R. CORNELIUS
2
Years of experience

University of New Mexico graduate and former NCAA Division I student-athlete pursuing project management. Brings hands-on exposure to telecommunications infrastructure construction and mechanical engineering operations, plus leadership in athlete development and private instruction. Known for strong organization, Excel use, and steady execution across technical and team-based settings.

Work History

Throwing Development Program Lead

2 Months
ABA Baseball Academy, The MAC Center | Rio Rancho, New Mexico | 08.2026 - Current
  • Coordinated youth throwing and pitching development through tailored workouts and individualized plans to enhance athlete performance.
  • Evaluated athlete progress and adjusted development plans while collaborating with families and academy staff to support athlete success.
  • Led daily baseball programs at academy and MAC Center facility.
  • Coordinated training schedules for players, coaches, and facility staff.
  • Supervised instructors during clinics, lessons, and team development sessions.

Private Pitching Instructor

5 Months
Independent Baseball Instruction | Rio Rancho, New Mexico | 05.2026 - Current
  • Designed individualized training plans and monitored athlete development to achieve performance goals.
  • Managed client scheduling, payment collection, communication, and lesson operations to ensure smooth session delivery.
  • Operated personal business to deliver tailored training services and support client needs.
  • Conducted 8 practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.

Project Management Intern & Executive Mentee

1 Year 4 Months
OSO Communications, Inc. | 06.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with owner and senior project manager to gain comprehensive understanding of infrastructure construction projects from planning through field execution.
  • Participated in project meetings and conducted construction site visits to review schedules, assess progress, and address operational priorities and coordination challenges.
  • Acquired knowledge in resource planning, budgeting, stakeholder communication, and project decision-making through executive mentorship.
  • Telecommunications & Infrastructure Construction

Project Operations Assistant

1 Year
Arch Design Drafting | , New Mexico | 06.2025 - 06.2026
  • Collaborated with company leadership, shadowing senior leader overseeing mechanical engineering projects to understand strategic decision-making.
  • Monitored project workflows, technical documentation, scheduling, client communication, and coordination of deliverables to gain insights into operational efficiency.
  • Supported day-to-day project activities, gaining hands-on experience in how technical teams prioritize and manage tasks.

NCAA Division I Student-Athlete

1 Year 9 Months
University of New Mexico (UNM) | Albuquerque, New Mexico | 08.2024 - 05.2026
  • Managed rigorous NCAA Division I athletics schedule, academic coursework, extensive travel, and year-round training with strong organization and time management.
  • Collaborated with coaches, athletic trainers, and teammates to implement structured performance plans, achieve shared goals, and enhance overall team success.
  • Built leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills through participation in competitive collegiate athletics and varied team settings.
  • Used strategic thinking, adaptability, and problem-solving to assess performance, address challenges, and make decisions under pressure.
  • Maintained accountability to individual and team performance standards, demonstrating resilience, professionalism, and commitment to ongoing improvement.
  • Adapted to collegiate athletic programs by aligning with new coaching styles, organizational expectations, and team cultures.
  • 2023 NJCAA Region I Division I Champion — Pima Community College.
  • 2023 Pima Community College: 9–2 pitching record, 84 strikeouts, 2.95 ERA.
  • 2022 Appalachian League All-Star selection.
  • Two-year high school baseball team captain.
  • Trained extensively 20-40 hours per week for upcoming competitions to perform at top-level.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts and Integrative Studies

University of New Mexico | Albuquerque, New Mexico | 05-2026

Skills

Project management
Program coordination
Project scheduling
Schedule coordination
Resource planning
Budget tracking
Progress monitoring
Program evaluation
Stakeholder communication
Client relations
Team leadership
Operational planning
Performance analysis
Microsoft Excel
Problem-solving abilities
Mentorship
Communication skills

SELECTED AWARDS & COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

2020-21 New Mexico Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year; two-year high school team captain; District Player of the Year; First Team All-District as pitcher and outfielder. As a senior, recorded a 50 pitching record, 0.80 ERA, and 79 strikeouts in 44 innings., 2021 Native American Leadership Award. Community involvement with the Pueblo of Zuni includes tribal language translation, Shalako cultural participation, and habitat building.

COLLEGIATE ATHLETICS & ATHLETIC HONORS

  • NCAA Division I Baseball | Left-Handed Pitcher
  • University of New Mexico (2025-2026); Arizona State University (2024)
  • Competed at the NCAA Division I level while balancing academics, training, travel, and high-pressure competition.
  • Finished the 2026 UNM season with a 1.29 ERA over six appearances (7.0 innings, three hits allowed).
  • Pima Community College | Collegiate Baseball
  • 2022–2023 | Tucson, Arizona
  • Helped Pima win the 2023 NJCAA Region I Division I championship; posted a 9-2 record, 2.95 ERA, and 84 strikeouts in 2023.
  • Selected to the 2022 Appalachian League All-Star Game.

Timeline

Throwing Development Program Lead

ABA Baseball Academy, The MAC Center
08.2026 - CurrentRead More

Private Pitching Instructor

Independent Baseball Instruction
05.2026 - CurrentRead More

Project Management Intern & Executive Mentee

OSO Communications, Inc.
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

Project Operations Assistant

Arch Design Drafting
06.2025 - 06.2026Read More

NCAA Division I Student-Athlete

University of New Mexico (UNM)
08.2024 - 05.2026Read More

University of New Mexico

Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts and Integrative Studies
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MATTHEW R. CORNELIUS