BENJAMIN MATTHEW CASTANEDA
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville
1
Language
3
years of professional experience
Results-driven sophomore Biomedical Engineering student (3.70 GPA) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, with a strong quantitative foundation in engineering mechanics and computational modeling in MATLAB. Seeking a Summer 2027 Biomedical Engineering Internship or Co-Op to apply data analysis, numerical modeling, and cross-functional communication skills toward medical device design, biomechanics, or R&D initiatives.
Work History
Undergraduate Engineering Researcher / Student
1 Year 3 Months- Develop automated MATLAB scripts to import, clean, and format large raw experimental datasets, eliminating manual data processing errors.
- Apply numerical analysis techniques, matrix operations, and custom curve-fitting algorithms to model complex physical and biological systems.
- Generate multi-variable plots and phase diagrams to evaluate system stability and behavior governed by ordinary differential equations (ODEs).
- Academic Engineering Experience
- Computational Modeling & Data Analysis in MATLAB
Vice President of Communications
9 Months- Executive Operations & Record-Keeping: Serve on the Executive Board to streamline internal communications, record official chapter meeting minutes, and maintain the master organizational calendar and member database.
- Public Relations & Digital Branding: Direct the chapter’s external image, social media strategy, and promotional campaigns for recruitment, philanthropy, and campus events.
- Alumni & Stakeholder Engagement: Spearhead alumni and parent relations by producing chapter newsletters, coordinating networking initiatives, and managing external correspondence.
- Committee Leadership: Supervise communications sub-committees—including public relations, social media, historian, and alumni outreach chairs—to ensure alignment across all chapter media and events.
Curbside Attendant
5 Months- Coordinate end-to-end order fulfillment and quality assurance between kitchen staff and patrons, maintaining 100% accuracy and strict adherence to food safety protocols.
- Streamline curbside staging and handoff workflows during peak hours to minimize customer wait times.
Sales Associate
2 Years 6 Months- Manage high-volume customer traffic, inventory logistics, and point-of-sale operations in a fast-paced retail environment during peak collegiate athletic events.
- Communicate product specifications clearly and resolve customer inquiries efficiently while balancing a full 15+ credit hour engineering workload.
Cohort Member
1 Year 3 Months- Selected for a competitive four-year academic and professional development cohort focused on leadership, scholastic excellence, and career readiness.
- Power T Cohort
Skills
Strong work ethic
Reliability and punctuality
Team player attitude
Initiative and Self-motivation
Cross-cultural sensitivity
Complaint resolution
ADDITIONAL Skills
- Technical Skills: MATLAB (Data Formatting, Curve Fitting, Matrix Operations, Phase Diagrams, ODE Modeling, Numerical Analysis), 2D/3D Rigid-Body Mechanics (Statics & Dynamics), Free-Body Diagramming, Technical Report Writing, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Microsoft Excel (Statistical Analysis & Data Visualization), Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
- Languages: English (Native/Fluent), Spanish (Semi-Fluent / Intermediate Conversational & Reading Proficiency)
- Certifications:
- MathWorks MATLAB Onramp Certification
- CITI Program — Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) / Human Subjects Research (Standard certification for UTK undergraduate research labs; include once completed)
- Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) — In Progress / Planned (Optional: list with an expected completion date if you plan to take it this semester)
EDUCATION
Honors & Awards: Dean’s List (Magna Cum Laude Standing), Power T Cohort Member
ADDITIONAL SECTIONS
Languages: English (Native/Fluent), Spanish (Semi-Fluent / Intermediate Conversational & Reading Proficiency)
Timeline
Curbside Attendant
Veekoo Restaurants
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Vice President of Communications
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity (ΔΤΔ)
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Undergraduate Engineering Researcher / Student
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Cohort Member
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Sales Associate
Rally House
06.2023 - 12.2025Read More