MATTHEW D.

THOMSEN
(610)417-9631 | matt.thomsen815@gmail.com | Bethlehem, PA
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
B.S. in Recreation Park and Tourism Management | Sports Studies Minor Expected Class of 2024
College of Health and Human Development GPA: 3.25/4.00

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Penn State Men’s Soccer Team Bethlehem, PA
Director of Operations Intern January 2024 – Present
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the team including, but not limited to, NIL opportunities, email communication with
prospective recruits, and professional development for current roster
• Coordinate with transportation companies and hotel destinations to execute spring travel trips
• Program various media channels including INFLCR, Poppulo, and Microsoft Keynote
• Develop the office in a presentable manner that highlights the future development of the program’s facilities
Student Manager March 2023 – Present
• Execute set up and clean-up of equipment during training sessions
• Interact with coaches and players to enhance team operations
• Serve as the liaison for other student managers to make sure the coaching staff’s vision is met during practice

Freedom High School Athletic Director Bethlehem, PA

Internship May 2022 – August 2022
• Organized 8 teams’ sports equipment for the upcoming athletic season and purchased any required replacements with a
budget of $7,000
• Created and communicated summer practice schedules with 8 fall athletic coaches

Bethlehem Area School District Fit for Life Bethlehem, PA

Site Coordinator May 2022 – August 2022
• Taught organized sports for low socioeconomic status students with help from local athletes
• Acquired facility permission and booked 5 field trips for students to help with community engagement

LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT

Penn State Sports Business Club University Park, PA
Active Member August 2021 – Present
• Attend weekly meetings to build knowledge within the business side of the sports industry
• Network with professionals across the sports industry with representatives from FanDuel, ESPN, and more

THON University Park, PA

Merchandise Distribution Captain September 2023 – Present
• Commit to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer by providing emotional and
financial support, spreading awareness, and ensuring funding for critical research
• Sort and distribute 5,388 total products across various events throughout THON 2024
• Utilize Excel to efficiently track all products to fulfill high order demands
Operations Committee Member September 2020 – March 2023
• Participated in weekly Supply Master meetings and educated fellow committee members on Gift Card Initiative
• Spearheaded supply distribution during Set-Up and Tear Down during THON weekend at the Bryce Jordan Center

Elves of Bethlehem Bethlehem, PA

Overall Director November 2019 – December 2023
• Recruited local Bethlehem Area School District alumni to volunteer to be elves, created time schedules for all volunteers,
and raised awareness for pediatric cancer
• Communicated schedules and gift coordination with parents to enhance the experience with child

SKILLS & INTERESTS

Skills: Microsoft Office Space, INFLCR, FWI Cloud, NCSA
Volunteer Work: Eagle Scout, Backpack Pals Bethlehem, Angel 34 Annual Golf Tournament
Interests: European Soccer, Liverpool F.C., Hiking, Mozzarella Sticks, Marvel Movies, Vinyl Records