Recent BSBA Graduate - Introduction

Hello, 

My name is Damian and I am a recent graduate with a bs in business administration focused in finance.  I have been looking for a position in corporate finance for a few months and have had no luck.  Could really use some advice on where to start.

Thanks 

8 Comments
 

It will be easiest to cruise LinkedIn, which can be challenging at times. You can set a job search to feed you roles that have "FP&A" or "Analyst" in the title. Working for a public company can have challenges so I would encourage a privately held corporation.

Also having a willingness to relocate will be helpful. I am not sure if you are focused on any location or not, but having a willingness to relocate will get you in the door more easily than not being willing to relocate.

Dish Networks has been really looking for an analyst ASAP - Denver

Redfin - Seattle

Amazon seems to always be looking for someone - Seattle

Splunk - Seattle

Twilio - Denver/LA

 

I have been all over linkedin, indeed, and handshake for the last few months, seems the only interviews I can get are for sales positions. 

I am not even looking for jobs in my area, really trying to move to Texas, but I'll be sure to check out your suggestions.  I'm currently interviewing with GS, but I have been waiting for a response for 2 months.

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