Michael Krueger
Rotational Program Associate
McLean, VA
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Graduated from Elmira Free Academy in 2008.
Began college by majoring in Economics at the University of Rochester.
Spent a summer studying abroad in Russia.
Transferred from the University of Rochester to the University of Virginia.
Held a position as a business intern at a hospital.
Worked for PricewaterhouseCoopers as a summer intern in forensic accounting.
Graduated from the University of Virginia.
Began career at Capital One in 2012.
Education
High School
Career
Rotational Program Associate
I'm a financial analyst at Capital One in the Finance Rotation Program.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Business
Entrepreneurship
Learning / Being Challenged
Day to Day
My typical day varies a lot but I will give an example here. The typical day for me starts by responding to e-mails. Then, I will usually meet with my manager to discuss the progress I've made on the projects that I'm working on. After that I will continue to work on those projects. In the afternoon, I usually have a few meetings to attend which involve the projects that I'm working on.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for college students
In college it will be important to get an analytical degree and preferably in business. Good grades and strong business acumen will go a long way towards getting a career as a financial analyst. It will also be important to have internships and develop your skills during the summers between semesters.
Recommended Education
My career is not related to what I studied. I'd recommend this path instead:
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Family:
"You don't have the communications skills to be successful in business."
