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1. Describe your journey at UNT and how you first became interested in finance.
   I started out studying mechanical engineering in Milwaukee, Wisconsin while also playing collegiate ice hockey. After my freshman year, I moved back home to Texas and transferred to UNT with the plan of majoring in finance. I wanted to take the math and quantitative skills I’d built through engineering and apply them to financial analysis and valuation, while also pursuing a career that was more client-facing. Along the way, I discovered how much I enjoy studying how businesses operate, and I’m grateful for the experiences that ultimately led me to finance.
2. Were there any faculty, staff, or mentors at the Ryan College of Business who played a key role in supporting you along the way?
   During my sophomore year, I took a business development class with Brian Hirsch that focused on early career planning. That course pushed me to refine my resume, think intentionally about my personal brand, and start applying for internships sooner than I otherwise would have. With this guidance, I secured a corporate risk management internship the summer after my sophomore year. The lessons from that class have stuck with me and I’m thankful to both Professor Hirsch and the Ryan College of Business for the support.
3. How did resources like the Wilson Jones Career Center or the Business Career Fair contribute to your internship and career success?
   The Business Career Fair was especially important for me. I made it a priority to attend this event every year after transferring to UNT, not just to look for opportunities but also to practice my elevator pitch and build confidence in professional settings. In fact, my first finance internship came directly from introducing myself to a recruiter at the fair. Even though I didn’t have direct experience at the time, showing strong communication skills helped me secure the role and get my start in finance.
4. What advice would you give other students who are hoping to land internships and full-time offers with top firms?
   Start early. Even if you don’t know exactly what career path you want yet, it’s never too soon to work on building your personal brand. Get involved on campus, talk to professors, attend job fairs, pursue certifications, work on personal projects, and reach out to industry professionals. All of these steps help shape your professional identity and set you apart from your peers.
5. Looking back, what part of your RCOB experience—classes, mentorship, or student organizations—had the biggest impact on your growth?
   Joining the UNT Student Investment Group (SIG) during my junior year had the biggest impact. Being surrounded by driven, like-minded students with more experience than I had pushed me to learn financial analysis and valuation at a much faster pace. Going through SIG’s analyst program helped me prepare for my 2025 summer internship and ultimately secure my return offer with Morgan Stanley. I’d strongly encourage other students to get involved with SIG — it’s been one of the most valuable parts of my UNT experience.
6. What was the most valuable lesson you learned during your internship with Morgan Stanley in New York?
   The most valuable lesson I learned was that networking is most meaningful when it’s genuine. I made it a priority to connect with people I was genuinely interested in learning from, rather than approaching conversations just to build a contact list. That authenticity came through and people often offered to connect me with their peers without me even asking. It showed me that strong relationships come from curiosity and enthusiasm, not transactions.
7. How did your earlier internship with Ben E. Keith prepare you for securing such a competitive role?
   As a corporate credit intern at Ben E. Keith, I got early exposure to a professional environment and the chance to work on projects that had a firmwide impact. I learned how to collaborate efficiently within a team, manage multiple responsibilities, and present work to senior leadership — skills that gave me a strong foundation heading into the interview process with Morgan Stanley.
8. How does it feel to graduate with a full-time offer already lined up in New York, and what are you most excited about in this next chapter?
   It feels incredible and it’s definitely something I don’t take for granted. I know how competitive the process can be, so I feel both grateful and motivated heading into this next chapter. What excites me most is the opportunity to keep learning at such a high level, surrounded by people who will challenge me to grow.