Category: Career Events

Goldman Sachs invites sophomores of all majors to learn about their Summer 2026 Finance Internship Opportunities! This event is especially targeted towards students majoring in business, finance, economics, math, or stats.

Event Details:

• When: Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
• Where: Cox School of Business, George’s Auditorium, Room 0002

The event will feature:

• A short presentation about the internship program
• A panel discussion with Goldman Sachs professionals
• Networking opportunities

Summer 2026 Internship Applications Open: January 1, 2025

Don’t miss this chance to learn more and connect with representatives from one of the world’s leading financial firms! For more information, click here.

Join us for a panel of Economics Alumni as they discuss how their economics degrees served as a launchpad for their careers. Panelists include:

• Rahul Jindal, HYDE Closet, Founder & CEO
• Haley Fitts, SAP Bank, Head of Marketing, South Marketing Unit

WHEN: Wednesday, November 6, 4-5 PM
WHERE: HTSC Auditorium

Want to join our panelists for dinner after the panel? Read more on the registration page about how to get dinner & more (limited to 25 students).

Learn more and register >>

Thank you to all who joined our recent PBI Partner Meeting! We’re excited to share more information about the PBI (Partnered Business Initiative) at SMU. If you’re co-hosting a PBI event or workshop, feel free to use the attached General PBI Slide (All Partners) to include in your presentations.

If you’re an undergraduate student looking to learn more about the PBI program and the opportunities it offers, keep an eye out for upcoming PBI events listed on SMU 360.

For more details or to get involved, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to continuing our work together!

Warm Regards,

The PBI Team

Are you interested in a career in the sports industry? Here’s an exciting opportunity! The Dallas Cowboys are hosting a networking event for students on November 21st. This event features a panel discussion with business professionals from top sports teams, including the Cowboys, Mavericks, Stars, and Rangers, followed by a networking hour.

Event Highlights:

• Panel discussion with professionals from major sports teams
• Networking opportunities with attendees and industry leaders
• Stadium tour: locker rooms, field, and more

Cost: $55

If you’re looking to break into the sports industry or simply want to learn more about it, this is a fantastic opportunity. For more information or to sign up, feel free to contact me directly!

Don’t miss out on this unique chance to connect with sports professionals!

Walmart Economics is offering a fantastic Summer 2025 Internship opportunity for juniors interested in economics, data science, and business strategy. The team, led by John List, professor of economics at UChicago, uses data science and economic research to solve real-world business problems. Former team members have gone on to PhD programs at top universities like MIT, Harvard, and Stanford.

Application Deadline:

Apply by October 13, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. CST. Make sure to submit your resume and transcript—applications without transcripts won’t be considered.
Apply here with your resume and transcript by 10/13.
Location: Bentonville, AR

Interested in learning more? Register for our Info Session on October 9 at 5 p.m. CST. If you can’t attend, all registered guests will receive a recording.

For any questions, reach out to EconomicsRecruiting@walmart.com. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience and apply your skills to real business challenges!

The D. E. Shaw group, a global investment and technology firm based in New York City, is now accepting applications for their 2025 fellowships, and they’re inviting second-year undergraduate students to apply!

This unique, three-day educational program offers students insight into the world of finance—no prior experience required. Fellows will participate in interactive seminars, meet senior leaders, and build connections with peers from around the country. Plus, participants will receive a $1,500 stipend, and travel and accommodations are fully covered!

Learn more on our fellowships website or check out this video to hear from former fellows. A few key dates:

• January programs: Apply by Friday, November 8, 2024
• March programs: Apply by Friday, January 3, 2025

Applications for summer 2025 internships (for 2026 graduates) are also open. Students can apply for multiple roles.

Learn more about the fellowships and internships on the D. E. Shaw website, and don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity!

Exciting news! The sixth annual Reducetarian Summit is coming to Dallas from October 25th to 27th, 2024, and two free tickets are available for SMU Economics students!

The summit will focus on strategies to end factory farming, with this year’s theme being “knowledge.” Expect engaging panels, networking opportunities, and an expo featuring leading non-profits and businesses—with delicious samples included!

Interested in attending? Contact Shelly at shelly@reducetarian.org for a code to register for free.

Don’t miss this chance to join the conversation and explore solutions to one of today’s critical issues!