Matthew Farias
Ridgeland
Summary
Dedicated Sports Medicine and Exercise Science student with experience as a collegiate soccer athlete at Belhaven University. Served as a team captain and competed at the NCAA Division III level, developing strong leadership, discipline, and teamwork skills. Completed over 80 hours interning with the Strength and Conditioning Coach and gained hands-on experience assisting the Athletic Trainer during practices and games. Brings a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and genuine passion for athlete performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation, with a goal of pursuing a career in physical therapy or athletic training.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Trainer Intern
Belhaven university
Jackson
01.2026 - Current
- Administered therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat and cold therapy.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment needed for treatments.
- Performed administrative duties such as maintaining records, filing documents, and ordering supplies.
- Monitored athletes' progress during rehabilitation sessions.
- Inventoried training supplies and medical equipment.
- Checked in student-athletes and took vitals in preparation for doctors' examinations.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete treatment and progress notes.
Volunteer at Church
Soul City Church
Jackson
08.2023 - Current
- Organized community outreach events to engage local families and promote church activities.
- Collaborated with team members to create welcoming environments for new visitors.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
Youth Soccer Coach
Jackson football club
Jackson
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Designed engaging practice sessions for youth soccer teams.
- Instructed players on fundamental soccer skills and techniques.
- Promoted a positive and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Ran drills and practices to help children to develop and improve sports skills.
Team Manager
Belhaven university
Jackson
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Supervised maintenance of facilities used by the sports team including gymnasiums, locker rooms.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts to identify and evaluate potential players for the team.
Server
Quilmes Parrilla
Miami
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance dining experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas and service stations.
- Took orders accurately and communicated them to kitchen staff promptly.
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Belhaven Universty
Jackson
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Monitored athletes during training sessions to ensure safety and proper technique.
- Organized equipment and maintained cleanliness in the training facility.
- Provided feedback on technique and form during workouts.
- Observed team practices to ensure proper execution of exercises.
Soccer Player
Belhaven University
Jackson
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Trained rigorously in physical conditioning and skill development.
- Collaborated with teammates to enhance game strategies and teamwork.
- Participated in regular practice sessions to improve individual performance.
- Worked with coaches to identify strengths and weaknesses and make adjustments to improve performance.
- Team captain from 2023-2024
Summer Camp Soccer Coach
Strikers Miami
Miami
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed training programs to enhance players' skills and teamwork.
- Organized practice sessions focusing on strategy and game tactics.
- Instructed players on fundamental techniques and game rules.
- Coordinated player evaluations to assess skill levels and progress.
Food Server
The Knife
Miami
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Demonstrated excellent customer service in an extremely fast-paced environment.
- Exceeded customer expectations by processing orders accurately and quickly.
- Director of the food servers.
Summer Camp Volunteer
Strikers Miami
Miami
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in planning and organizing camp activities for children.
- Supervised campers during recreational and educational sessions.
- Facilitated team-building games to promote cooperation among participants.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all camp activities.
Education
Belhaven University - Sports medicine/Exercise Science
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS05.2026
Coral Reef Senior High -
Coral Reef Senior High
Miami, FL06.2021
Skills
- Adaptability
- Harmony
- Communication
- Positivity
- Consistency
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer at Church, 08/10/23, Soul City Church, Jackson, MS, Mowed and weed whacked the grass, Helped construct walls around the church, Cleaned the attic of the church
- Summer Camp Volunteer, Summer 2021, Strikers Miami, Miami, FL, Set up competitive games based on skill level, Trained and took care of kids ages 8-10, Served kids food at lunch time
Demonstrated Strengths
- Adaptability: Able to adjust quickly to changing environments and expectations.
- Harmony: Look for areas of agreement.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Positivity: Proven ability to motivate self and others.
- Consistency: The same attitudes toward people or things, or achieves the same level of success in something.
Timeline
Athletic Trainer Intern
Belhaven university
01.2026 - Current
Youth Soccer Coach
Jackson football club
09.2025 - 11.2025
Team Manager
Belhaven university
09.2025 - 11.2025
Server
Quilmes Parrilla
05.2025 - 07.2025
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Belhaven Universty
01.2025 - 04.2025
Volunteer at Church
Soul City Church
08.2023 - Current
Soccer Player
Belhaven University
08.2023 - 11.2024
Summer Camp Soccer Coach
Strikers Miami
06.2022 - 08.2023
Food Server
The Knife
04.2022 - 11.2022
Summer Camp Volunteer
Strikers Miami
06.2021 - 08.2021
Belhaven University - Sports medicine/Exercise Science
Belhaven University
Coral Reef Senior High -
Coral Reef Senior High