Liberal Arts Major(s): Philosophy, Political Science
Other Major: Italian
Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Chapel Executive Intern
Experience Time: Summer 2021

Give us a brief summary of your experience?

This summer I interned for WSFS Bank within their Personal Banking department. My experience mostly focused on cultivating client relationships, meeting monthly sales goals, processing transactions, and informing our customers on financial products. The experience itself has been quite formative. WSFS Bank allowed me to explore the different areas of banking and even provided the opportunity to speak with their head of Commercial Banking. All in all, I received a robust introduction into the banking industry and the professional skills necessary as well.

How did this experience impact you academically?

From an academic standpoint, the experience has allowed me to explore different avenues in terms of graduate school. For example, I am now open to pursuing an MBA and a JD. I am interested in attending graduate school at some point in my career in order to receive a leadership or management position. This experience was instrumental in considering a graduate education and understanding how that would compliment my career goals.

"This experience has had an influential impact on my career goals. I am now more aware of the vast opportunities that exist as potential careers post graduation."

How will this experience impact your career goals?

This experience has had an influential impact on my career goals. I am now more aware of the vast opportunities that exist as potential careers post graduation. The internship allowed me to explore different areas that exist within banking. In fact, I was able to speak with different employees in various departments in order to receive a better understanding of what their work entails! As a result, I am now more equipped to apply to specific positions that are of interest.

How has the College of the Liberal Arts helped you to find and/or succeed in this experience (e.g., adviser, faculty, staff, enrichment funds, etc.)?

The College of the Liberal Arts has given me the tools and resources in order to succeed in this experience. Receiving enrichment funds from the College of the Liberal Arts was the reason that I was able to participate in this internship. So, having this internship will certainly help me find a full time career as well! Most importantly, the coursework in the College of the Liberal Arts has provided me with critical thinking skills which can be utilized in a professional environment!