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From internships to job offers: financial and career benefits of internships during college

A first-generation college grad, Elaine Fernandez completed five internships during college to explore fields like finance, marketing, and real estate. With her college degree in hand without any student loan debt, Elaine is now an engagement financial advisor. She is sharing her college and career story and her advice for the next generation of college grads.
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Knowledge about money and finances, one conversation at a time

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From Social Change Major to Marketing and Storytelling Intern

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Making Waves Academy’s Charter Renewal Unanimously Approved

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A Wave-Maker’s Journey Researching Machismo Culture and Mental Health

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Fashion is exploration

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Five Strategies to Manage Time Effectively in College: Balancing Academics, Work, and Fun

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From Social Change Major to Marketing and Storytelling Intern

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Artist, Entrepreneur, and First-Gen Grad Reflects on College Journey

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A World of Possibilities: From UC Berkeley to Studying in Portugal to Interning in Spain

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