Say Hello to Our Intern, Matthew Blackwell

Our home office in Austin, TX, has been very fortunate this Spring to have had access to the talents of Matthew Blackwell, our intern from Texas State University-San Marcos. Matthew has worked with our team on a nearly full-time basis this Spring and has been involved in everything from market research to proposal research and preparation to communications. Before Matthew wraps up his internship in May, we wanted to give everyone a chance to meet him.

Matthew is 23 years old and was born and raised just outside of Austin. He's an applied sociology major - that means "more research and less theory," according to Matthew.

Why did he want to work with Weidner?

"I'm a strong believer in government transparency and accountability," he said. "In fact, by studying sociology, I'm able to help more people by helping government work for the people."

"Almost everyone else in the internship program is working in direct care, such as a hospice environment, or in academic research - they're all very localized. I like this because of the broader perspective," he said.

Matthew was a biochemistry major before he changed to applied sociology. "With the applied sociology background, the tools and knowledge I've gained are applicable to a large array of jobs and interests," he said.

In his spare time Matthew enjoys motorcycles (as you might have guessed from the picture) and reading historical fiction and science fiction.

Matthew's contributions to Weidner this Spring have been fantastic. Thanks, Matthew, for all you've done!