Matthew Brenner has a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography from SUNY Oneonta, with a concentration in GIS and minor in Computer Science. He has experience working as an intern for the Otsego County Conservation Association and Rockland County Planning Department, where he performed GIS tasks such as data collection and analysis, map creation, and database management. Brenner also has part-time experience working concessions. He has strong skills in GIS software, databases, programming, and field data collection.
1. Matthew Brenner
55 East Main Street, Stony Point, NY 10980
Phone: (845)825-3324 E-Mail: brenmj98@gmail.com
Education
Bachelor of Science Geography, Concentration in GIS, Minor Computer Science May 2016
State University of New York (SUNY), College at Oneonta, Oneonta, NY
GPA 3.7, Magna Cum Laude
Experience
Intern, Otsego County Conservation Association, Oneonta, NY January 2016 – May 2016
Worked in conjunction with the OCCA to perform a road suitability analysis
Created geodatabases for the purpose of data storage and workflow management
Used geoprocessing tools in map creation.
Worked in a team to reach project goals.
GIS Intern, Rockland County Planning Department, Pomona, NY June 2013 – August 2013
Digitized data for use in projects. May 2014 – August 2014
Prepared large and small scale maps using ArcGIS. May 2015 – August 2015
Performed spatial analysis on digital and hard copy data.
Assisted with the training of employees in mapping applications.
Participated in fieldwork to maintain spatial data on county assets.
Supported various departments such as District Attorney, Board of Elections,
Transportation, Archives, Fire and Emergency Services, and Planning.
Worked with both vector and raster datasets including orthoimagery.
Concessions, Ovations Food Services, Pomona, NY May 2011 – Present
Served alcoholic beverages using the portable sales platform. Summers
Operated a cash register as well as food preparation.
Performed beginning and ending inventory counts.
Assisted in setting up for events.
2. Skills
Advanced in ArcGIS Suite for desktop
Experience using ESRI ArcToolbox and Spatial Analyst
Familiar with cartographic principles and map making techniques
Proficient in Microsoft Office Desktop Suite
Experience using SQL in Oracle relational database
Strong C++ skills
Fieldwork experience with Trimble GPS
Campus Activities
Peer Tutor, Center for Academic Development and Enrichment January 2016 – May 2016
Geography Club, Treasurer September 2015 – May 2016
Student Advisory Council for School of Social Science January 2015 – May 2016
Into the Streets, Volunteer Worker April 2015
Awards
Nation Center for Geographic Education, Student Excellence Award May 2016
Professional Organizations
NYS GIS Association January 2016 – Present
Gamma Theta Upsilon, Geography Honor Society April 2016 - Present