EUSA · Academic Internship Experts 1

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An International Post-trading Company This is a leading European supplier of post-trading services. It ensures that cash and securities are promptly and effectively delivered between trading parties. It also manages and administers the securities that it holds on behalf of its customers. Over 300,000 domestic and internationally traded bonds, equities and investment funds are currently deposited with the company. “It exceeded my expectations. I enjoy attending the training sessions that are relevant to my studies the most. The women in the HR department are extremely welcoming and make working there very comfortable. People are very friendly, but also professional and get their jobs done. The atmosphere of my internship is extremely welcoming and I enjoy it greatly.” Sophomore, Business - Finance and Marketing major, Boston College An Insurance and Asset Management Company This is an insurance and asset management company active in more than 18 countries, with a strong presence in Europe and Japan. Its roots lie in the Netherlands, with a rich history that stretches back 170 years. Their products and services are designed to help people secure their financial futures. The company offers a comprehensive range of retirement services, insurance, investments, and banking. “I enjoy learning from my supervisors. I am given ad-hoc tasks that focus on the use of Excel to analyze financial statements in order to create reports.” Sophomore, Finance and Management major, New York University A Restaurant Franchise Business This franchise is an American owned LLP and is run by one of the most successful American entrepreneurs in the Czech Republic. Featured in Forbes as one of the best new franchises in Europe, this medium sized company focuses on a variety of business ventures. They have over 15 restaurants and other businesses around Prague and are currently expanding into other countries across Europe. “I work on making various videos or slideshows about different things the company offers. The internship exceeded my expectations. Our environment is upbeat and casual. I feel like I can ask anything to anyone and that they value my opinion and what I do. The dress code is casual.” Junior, Marketing major, Auburn University

EUSA · Academic Internship Experts 2

A Financial Management Advisory Firm The company works in the management advisory industry and specializes in trust services, valuations and financial advisory services, tax advisory and compliance, corporate finance advisory, mergers and acquisitions advisory, accounting, and payroll services. It is part of RSM, which is the sixth largest network of independent audit, tax, and advisory firms in the world. “The most enjoyable aspect of my internship is the fact that all of the people I work with are Czech natives and that I have different tasks every single day. Every day we also have a conversation about each other's cultures and how they differ. The environment is welcoming.” Freshman, Accounting major, University of Southern California