Favorite Parts Of Being A Financial Analyst At Berkeley Lab
Calvin, a Financial Analyst at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, finds the most fulfilling aspect of the role to be its "mission-oriented purpose," a stark contrast to previous for-profit work. This allows Calvin to feel like they are "providing a benefit to society" and being a "cog in a machine" that has meaning beyond profit.
Mission-Oriented Work, Public Service, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Government Sector
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Calvin Lau
Financial Analyst
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab)
UCLA 2012
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Energy & Utilities, Government & Public Sector
Finance
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, LGBTQ
Video Highlights
1. Mission-oriented work: Calvin finds fulfillment in working for a government organization with a societal benefit, contrasting it with for-profit roles.
2. Impactful contributions: He appreciates being part of an organization that makes a positive impact on the world, feeling that his work has meaning beyond profit.
3. Work-life balance: While not explicitly stated, the implied contrast between the corporate world and his current role suggests a potential positive work-life balance in his current position at Berkeley Lab.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your current role?
Yes, I definitely enjoy the mission-oriented purpose of this organization. I've worked in the corporate world, in small consultancies, and for-profit companies.
Now I work for the government, which isn't very glamorous, but it is more mission-oriented and driven. I feel like it means something in the world.
I've been a small cog in many different machines, and this is one that I really enjoy. Knowing that it's providing a benefit to society, rather than just being purely for profit, is personally something I find really enjoyable.