How Identity Influenced an Internal Auditor at a Private Equity Firm
Bridgette's unique approach to college involved working full-time while studying part-time, gaining valuable experience in "internal audit" simultaneously. This practical experience allowed for a seamless transition into a full-time internal auditor role upon graduation, contrasting with a typical entry-level path.
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Job Title
Company
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Bridgette Clark-Johnson
Staff Accountant & Office Manager
Private Equity Firm
University of New Haven
N/A
Accounting
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. "Combine work and studies: Bridgette's part-time study while working full-time allowed her to gain practical experience and transition smoothly into a full-time role after graduation."
2. "Gain practical experience: Working in the internal audit department during her studies provided Bridgette with valuable, relevant skills and knowledge, making her a more competitive candidate after graduation."
3. "Align studies with career goals: Bridgette's experience highlights the benefit of choosing academic coursework that complements your desired career path, leading to a more seamless transition into a professional role."
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
Because I had the unique opportunity to be a part-time student while working full-time, my college path was unique to my undergrad experience. I was building my career as I was in school.
The question is a bit unique to my situation, but what I did is I trained in the internal audit department of the company while I was going to school. This helped me in both endeavors because the material I was learning in school went hand in hand with what I was training to do.
Once I graduated, I was a full-time internal auditor. I was able to transition into that role a little easier than if I had just gone to school full-time and then tried to come in as an entry-level internal auditor.
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