Matthew Velez-Brand
Deer Park,New York
Summary
I'm a diligent sophomore with exceptional soft skills and social awareness that make collaboration seamless. With my diverse background and experience in various extracurriculars, I'm comfortable with adjusting to any environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship Student
Hispanic National Bar
Washington, DC
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Supported various program activities, assisting with administrative tasks.
- Collaborated with and maintained positive rapport with new members; helping build a supportive and engaging identity
- Developed and implemented communications strategies for various projects.
Project Assistant
R&R Rigging
Bay Shore, New York
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Shadowed the owner of a prominent Rigging company in New York, learning to help plan complicated and hazardous jobs.
- Assisted Project Manager in preparing project plans, schedules, and budgets that involved multiple city warrants, construction equipment, health certification (COVID mandate mostly), and a crew of usually 5-10
- Identified areas of improvement within existing processes to increase efficiency.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Economics/ International Relations
Suny Geneseo
Geneseo, NY05.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Law (Pre-Law)
Suffolk County Community
Suffolk, NY12.2019
Skills
- Workflow Optimization
- Creative and Resourceful
- Outstanding Communication Skills
- Strong Academic Record
- Organization
Accomplishments
- Dean's List College Student
- National Collegiate Rugby Scholastic All-American
- Geneseo Club Rugby President
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Volunteer
- Local EMT volunteer for Livingston County EMS; Typically doing 12-hour shifts in an ambulance helping underprivileged neighborhoods that resonate with my early life in Queens, NY.
Timeline
Internship Student
Hispanic National Bar
06.2021 - 08.2023
Project Assistant
R&R Rigging
05.2019 - 08.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Economics/ International Relations
Suny Geneseo
Some College (No Degree) - Law (Pre-Law)
Suffolk County Community