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Education & Experience

Complete collection of my academic background in Computer Science, followed by my hands-on engineering roles and experience in enterprise IT.

Education

2 degrees

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, AI Concentration

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

3.38 / 4.0 (Major GPA: 3.55 / 4.0)
Sept. 2023 — Expected May 2027

Dartmouth, Massachusetts

Pursuing an AI concentration with an emphasis on agentic architectures, data mining, and machine learning pipelines, backed by foundations in software design.

Relevant Coursework
Algorithms & Data StructuresMachine LearningArtificial IntelligenceOperating SystemsSoftware Design
Honors & Accolades
Dean's List (4 Semesters)
Extracurricular Activities
Computer Science Lab MentorBig Data ClubSustainability Club: Corsair Repair (Hardware Diagnostics)

High School Diploma, Information Technology Shop

Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical High School

86.99/100
Sept. 2015 — May 2019

Bourne, Massachusetts

Graduated with vocational honors in Information Technology, acquiring hands-on foundations in PC hardware assembly, networking protocols, Windows administration, and software development.

Relevant Coursework
Computer Hardware & DiagnosticsCisco Networking FundamentalsWindows Operating SystemFoundational Programming
Honors & Accolades
Honor RollTop Shop Tool Award
Extracurricular Activities
Student Help DeskSkillsUSA

Work Experience

4 positions

Software Engineering Intern

New Bedford Research and Robotics

Sept. 2026 — Present

New Bedford, Massachusetts

Engineering backend communication pipelines and integration middleware for startups.

  • ▹Architecting middleware to translate, clean, and route API requests between internal startup microservices and third-party partner endpoints.
  • ▹Building schema validation checks and error recovery routines to resolve structural discrepancies across incoming and outgoing JSON payloads.
  • ▹Collaborating with robotics and software founders to streamline platform communication and accelerate feature integration.
REST APIsMiddlewareJSON ParsingMicroservicesData ValidationPython

IT Support Specialist

Master Millwork

June 2022 — Aug. 2023

Wareham, Massachusetts

Managed internal IT operations and endpoint administration across a millwork facility, ensuring reliable system uptime for workstations and network assets.

  • ▹Delivered end-user and infrastructure support for 90+ endpoints across Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and Windows Server.
  • ▹Collaborated with external Managed Service Provider (MSP) engineers to diagnose network outages and replace hardware components.
  • ▹Standardized ticketing procedures and authored troubleshooting documentation for routine support requests.
Microsoft 365Windows ServerActive DirectoryNetwork DiagnosticsMSP CollaborationHelp Desk

Desktop Analyst

SencorpWhite

June 2019 — June 2022

Hyannis, Massachusetts

Delivered enterprise desktop support for employees company wide, standardizing workstation provisioning and system imaging procedures.

  • ▹Provided tier-1 and tier-2 technical support for 200+ on-site and remote employees.
  • ▹Provisioned and deployed Windows workstations, applying security policies and domain accounts in Active Directory.
  • ▹Managed company help-desk, assigning tickets and documenting solutions to service requests.
Tier 1/2 SupportSystem ImagingActive DirectoryWindows DeploymentTechnical Documentation

Team Member / Trainer

Kool Kone

Apr. 2016 — Mar. 2020

Wareham, Massachusetts

Managed back-of-house operations and station readiness across a high-volume restaurant, ensuring smooth kitchen throughput, team coordination, and consistent sanitation standards.

  • ▹Managed high-volume food prep and kitchen operations during peak seasonal rushes.
  • ▹Trained and mentored new crew members on safety compliance, kitchen station workflows, and speed of service.
  • ▹Maintained strict food quality and health code sanitation benchmarks.
High-Volume ExecutionTeam LeadershipProcess OptimizationSafety Standards