Shah Mir graduated from Fordham College Rose Hill with a major in Economics and Gabelli Minors in Accounting & Business Administration. He remained active while at university as treasurer of the Fordham Political Union, and as junior treasurer of Fordham’s Muslim Students Association. Currently, he is working as a Corporate Transaction Banking Analyst at Mizuho Bank in New York City.
How did you find this opportunity? Is it related to your major?
I found it on Handshake. Yes, it is related to my Economics major & my Gabelli minors (Accounting & Business Admin) too.
What are/were you most nervous/excited about as you start(ed)?
I’m super excited about working with like-minded individuals within the industry and contributing to the bank in the best way possible!
What were your most valuable resources at Fordham?
Extracurricular involvement, like leadership positions in clubs and attending networking events with Alumni & the career center. Going to career fairs to speak to employers and learn more about different industries was super helpful as well.
Did you do internships during your time as an undergrad?
My first internship was a year-long Tax Internship during my sophomore year at Allen & Overy.
Then, I did a summer internship with Mizuho after completing my junior year – and received & accepted my full-time return offer soon after.
What advice would you give others for the job search and application process?
Make your resume specific to your niche/industry & apply to as open positions places as possible!
In general, what are your future career goals?
Progressing upwards in the Banking industry while advancing my education through an MBA program.
Fun fact or anything else you want to share!
I speak 5 languages & I grew up in Karachi, Pakistan!
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