Max Swanson
Mound,MN
Summary
Currently a junior at the University of Minnesota's College of Science and Engineering, actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Data Science. Throughout the academic journey, proficiency has been developed in various programming languages, including Java, Python, C, and HTML, with additional experience in SQL and R. Technical expertise is further enhanced by serving as a student manager for the Minnesota Men's Basketball team, refining communication, teamwork, time management, and organizational skills. Experience also includes working as a bar-back at Lord Fetcher's over two summers, which further strengthened teamwork and communication abilities. Additionally, working toward becoming bilingual, with a minor in Spanish to complement the Data Science degree has widened capabilities. This combination of technical knowledge, interpersonal skills, and language proficiency creates a well-rounded and adaptable candidate.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Manager / Practice Player
University of Minnesota Men's Basketball
2022.09 - Current
- Coordinate with team of managers to make sure that Minnesota Men's Basketball runs smoothly on day-to-day basis
- Aid in training of players and assist coaches through participation of drills and competitions
- Travel to away games, making sure all equipment gets from point A to point B, ensuring pregame practices and games go to plan, all while keeping up with assignments and projects.
- Since joining team, record improved from 9-22 to 19-15 (110% increase in wins)
- Specific tasks include , stocking fridges/snacks, rebounding for players, and playing basketball against team
Bar-Back
Lord Fletcher's
2023.05 - 2024.09
- Interacted with and supported customers through serving drinks, providing miscellaneous items of need, and having conversations.
- Supported bartenders and waitresses through replenishing ice, replacing kegs, restocking drink coolers, and much more.
- Maintained back-end liquor and beer of restaurant that does more than $10 million in revenue per year.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Data Science
University of Minnesota At Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN09.2026
Skills
- Python
- Java
- R
- C
- SQL
- HTML
- Teamwork - Key in taking on many responsibilities that come with running Gopher Men's Basketball
- Communication - Important in ensuring that all tasks of Men's Basketball team are taken care of by team of individuals in timely and effective manner
- Time Management - Honed through juggling classes and full athletic schedule, which can exceed 30 hours per week, especially while traveling
- Organization - Critical in upkeep of bar to assure that bar staff and customers are cared for
Timeline
Bar-Back
Lord Fletcher's
2023.05 - 2024.09
Student Manager / Practice Player
University of Minnesota Men's Basketball
2022.09 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Data Science
University of Minnesota At Twin Cities
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