Finance internship in Shanghai opened every door

I joined GAC's finance program as an economics graduate. They matched me with an investment firm in Shanghai's financial district. I worked on real client portfolios, helped with market research, and even sat in on strategy meetings. My mentor taught me how China's financial system works — so different from Europe. The team handled my visa, found me a great apartment near the office, and organized weekend trips to Hangzhou. Three months later, I landed a job in international banking. Worth every single euro.