College Experiences That Helped A Financial Services Consultant At Capstone Partners Financial Succeed
Byron, a Financial Services Consultant with a non-traditional path involving the Marines and full-time work alongside college, recommends studying a related field like economics to prepare for a finance career. The key to success, Byron emphasizes, is "jumping on opportunities," such as internships and research, to build a strong resume and gain valuable experience alongside good grades.
Career Exploration, Job Search, Internship, Networking, Resume Building
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Byron Lopez
Financial Services Consultant
Capstone Partners Financial
Loyola Maymount university
UT Austin
Economics
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
Veteran
Video Highlights
1. Study a related field like economics to build a foundation for a finance career.
2. Actively seek internships and job opportunities to gain practical experience.
3. Prioritize both academic performance and real-world experience to strengthen your resume and job prospects.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I studied economics as an undergraduate and already knew I wanted to work in finance after college. I just wasn't sure which area of finance.
So, studying something that is somewhat similar to what you think you want to do is helpful. It may not have to be exactly the same. I think if I had majored in accounting or finance, it would have been more accurate.
But find an area of study that is very similar to what you want to do after university and jump on any internship or job opportunities you can. I was in a unique position where I joined the Marines after high school, then went to college, and I always worked full-time while I was studying. So I had a non-traditional path.
But assuming I'm talking to a stereotypical college student, I highly recommend jumping on opportunities like internships or research experiences. Anything that will strengthen your resume and give you practical experience. That tends to count more than just GPA and good grades, which are also very important. However, you don't want to pass up experience that can help you get a job resume by the time you graduate.