FINANCE EXAMPLE
Financial Services Internship Qualifications and Capabilities
§ In-depth undergraduate studies in financial management, including courses in Managerial Finance, Financial Management, Intermediate Accounting, Investment Analysis, and Real Estate Finance
§ Growing foundation of skills pertinent to the financial industry, acquired through a unique financial internship involving investment and portfolio analysis, market research, and clientele development
§ Possesses a wide range of strong communication, quantitative, and creative problem solving skills
§ Experience and knowledge using Internet and other computer applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for research, data collection, retrieval and analysis, writing, and presentation-focused projects
Business and Finance Education
Clemson University | Clemson, SC 2006-Present
Bachelor of Science in Financial Management anticipated May 2010
§ GPA 3.4, Minor in Accounting
§ Study Abroad Spring 2009: American University of Rome, Rome, Italy
Selected Business and Finance Courses, Concepts, and Projects
Financial Management II Fall 2008
§ In-depth exposure to the theory and practice of corporate financial management; including working capital management, dividend policy, time valuation, risk and return analysis, and corporate restructuring
§ Completed problem sets emphasizing analysis of everyday corporate financial issues
Intermediate Accounting Fall 2008
§ Examined the valuation, measurement, presentation and analysis of accounting information
§ Completed mock financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, statements of cash flows, and statements of changes in stockholders equity
Principles of Marketing Spring 2008
§ Examined the principles and concepts involved in planning, pricing, promoting, and distributing goods and services
§ Evaluated and analyzed Coors Brewing Company’s marketing strategy and implementation process
Business, Finance, Project Management and Administrative Experience
Merrill Lynch | Baltimore, MD May2008-August 2008
Investment Analysis Summer Intern
§ Assisted in investment analysis in support of the SMB Group senior investment team
§ Analyzed mutual funds, stocks, and money markets using Morningstar and other research tools
§ Designed presentations for proposed portfolios and 401K plans to be used by financial advisors in client meetings
§ Developed databases of potential clients and prospects to assist in growing customer base
Blue Mash Golf Course | Laytonville, MD May2006-August 2008
Pro Shop Manager
§ Coordinated retail efforts including merchandise sales, tee time scheduling and sales, and membership registrations
§ Responsible for closing the pro shop, reconciling the register and depositing the money at the end of the day
§ Exhibited communication and customer service skills as a representative and support staff for the entire golf course
§ Improved organizational and management abilities, creating the work schedule for the cart staff and course advisors
Awards and Achievements
§ CBE Advisor, selected as a student planning advisor to the Clemson Business Experience 2007
§ National Society of Collegiate Scholars, selected as a member on behalf of Clemson University 2006
§ Clemson Business Experience, selected as one of only 38 freshman to participate in the program 2006
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