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Wall Street Exchange Program (WSE)

FWA OF NEW YORK INC

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Overview

Wall Street Exchange Program

Overview: A prestigious career development program designed to augment and complement the summer internship experience for upper-level college students. The program has been a cornerstone of professional development and leadership in the finance industry for nearly 50 years.

Program Details:

  • Duration: Summer program (approximately June-August)

  • Format: Primarily virtual with highly interactive workshops and webinars; one or more in-person events in New York City if circumstances permit

  • Founded: 1976

  • Impact: 896 students from 192 colleges & universities, engaging 191 companies

    • Focus Areas:

  • Professionalism and leadership development

  • Networking strategies

  • Career planning

  • Job search skills and professional branding

  • Soft skills development

  • Financial services industry insight

    • Eligibility:

  • Rising senior undergraduate students (completed junior year)

  • Must not be graduating before December 2025

  • Must have secured paid internships for summer with financial services or finance role at non-financial services company

  • Interns working in New York area

    • Geographic Scope: New York, NY; focus on students with internships in New York area

    Benefits:

  • Engaging workshops hosted by FWA President Circle leading firms

  • Professional brand development workshops

  • Leadership techniques training

  • Professional network building with fellow participants and sponsor firm employees

  • Access to FWA members for professional and personal advice

  • Networking opportunities

  • Access to FWA membership benefits for career development

    • Contact Information:

  • Kelsie Piersaint, FWA Next Gen Educational Programs Manager

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Phone: 212-533-2141

  • Website: fwa.org/wall-street-exchange

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Visit Application Portal: https://www.fwa.org/apply-for-wall-street-exchange

    2. Required Information:
    - Personal and educational background
    - Internship details (company, role, location)
    - Academic standing (confirm completion of junior year)
    - Career interests and goals

    3. Eligibility Confirmation:
    - Verify completion of junior year
    - Confirm graduation timeline (not before December 2025)
    - Confirm secured paid internship for summer 2025

    4. Submission:
    - Complete online application form
    - Submit by deadline

    5. Questions?
    - Contact: Kelsie Piersaint at [email protected]

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