Can anyone help me out?
I’m a sophomore business student from a community college in the bay area. I’m an international student and I do not have any extracurricular related to my major as my school is in a heavy tech city and all of them are majoring in CS. So I’m trying transfer to a lower semi-target school in New York. The reason why I couldn’t transfer to a target school is because I cannot afford the tuition fees as I have to pay the international fees. I don’t know how to start networking as there is no one in my school who has the same goal at me. I’m really interested about finance and if somebody can guide me what to do, it would greatly help me.
Hey there! It sounds like you're in a bit of a pickle, but don't worry, I've got some tips that might help you out.
Firstly, it's great that you're considering transferring to a school in New York. The city is a major hub for finance and will provide you with plenty of opportunities to network and learn more about the industry.
As for networking, it's all about reaching out and making connections. Here are a few steps you can take:
LinkedIn: This is a great platform to connect with professionals in the finance industry. You can start by connecting with alumni from your current school who are working in finance. Even if there aren't many, every connection counts!
Cold Calling: Find people who are doing the work you want, connect with them, and ask for a phone call or meeting. It might seem daunting, but you'd be surprised how many people are willing to help out.
Join Finance Clubs: Even if your current school doesn't have any, the school you're transferring to likely will. This is a great way to meet like-minded people and learn more about the industry.
Reach out to your school's career center: They might have resources or contacts that can help you out.
Attend Finance Events: Look for finance-related events in your city or online. These are great opportunities to meet people in the industry and learn more about it.
Remember, networking is a marathon, not a sprint. It might take time, but if you're persistent, you'll start making connections. Good luck!
Sources: Freshmen: What to do during your freshman year summer, How can I become successful from a no-name school?, Accounting major, can't seem to break into IB, Student from Japan applying to IB in the US, Networking 101 – 8 tips from a “non-target” school student
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