“What truly set D'Amore-McKim apart for me was experiential learning, particularly through the 360 Huntington Fund and the graduate co-op. Getting experience in a real Mutual fund and gaining professional work experience sounded amazing, and once I discovered these, I knew this was the perfect program for me.” – Sumit S., MS in Quantitative Finance'24
“This Community Impact Initiative experience has sharpened my strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, helping me approach challenges more creatively. These skills will be valuable as I pursue a career in analytics, where interpreting data and developing effective strategies are essential.” – Cassandra K., MS in Business Analytics'25
“I've been interested in consulting for some time, but my experience at D'Amore-McKim has deepened that passion and helped me take meaningful steps toward this career path. While learning about business management in class is valuable, nothing beats the insights gained from real experience. This initiative allowed me to build a client relationship and develop practical skills in a supportive environment.” – Lane L., MS in International Management'25
“During my co-op, I researched four promising companies and even pitched a stock to the investment committee. This wasn't just a classroom exercise; it was a real-world challenge where I presented my analysis and defended my recommendations.” – Shikhar Gupta, MS in Quantitative Finance'24
Ventures from Northeastern alums filled a big tent at a holiday market on the Boston campus.
Paige Cooper, DMSB'21, utilized the relationships from her co-op experience at Reebok to negotiate her first major deal between the Chicago Bears quarterback and the shoe brand.
After realizing there wasn't a student org combining entrepreneurship and sustainability, Izabella Pivo, DMSB'25, and Rohan Surana, DMSB'25 brought the Hult Prize competition to Northeastern. The program asks students to pitch startup ideas around a sustainable development goal, this year's theme was sustainable fashion.
As an international business and affairs student who also has Austrian citizenship, co-oping in Vienna seemed like a perfect fit for Mortiz Proell, DMSB'25.
Students on Northeastern's Oakland campus had their calendars cleared for a two-day Experiential Entrepreneurship program that gave them the opportunity to explore potential careers where they can make a big impact.
The three Northeastern students in Israel when Hamas launched a surprise attack have been safely evacuated.