Robert DeCusati got his start in finance soon after he graduated
with a BS in Finance from Fairfield University. After graduation, he started
the Financial Management Training program working at positions of increasing
responsibility at three different divisions of his company. Promotions created relocation opportunities
across the United States. He got his start in industry by networking and
identifying a few companies he would fit in well with and landing one with an
excellent training program. Here are a few ways to get your start in finance
after you graduate:
- Look for good employers. Much like Robert DeCusati, the best way to find positions you will like in the any industry is to look for good employers you would like to work for, rather than open positions anywhere. The internet version of the local business journals can be a great resource for finding fast-growing companies looking for bright, young accounting and finance candidates fresh out of college. Identify ten companies you’d like to work for, and check back to see when positions at these companies open up. Start in you junior year to develop these contacts, those relationships will reap rewards for you down the road.
- Network. As with any job, getting your foot in the door requires that you know someone who can help you. Take advantage of any and all resources that can put you in touch with recruiters or professionals in the financial field with experience. Robert DeCusati had several mentors along the way that helped him build his career and provided sound advice along the way.
- Dress up your resume. Fresh out of college, you won’t have much work experience, but make sure you list all leadership roles, key relevant classes you took, , especially any internships or experience you have, and coursework you completed on your resume when you’re first starting out.
Robert DeCusati works as an accounting / finance professional.
