Date of Graduation

5-2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Department

Finance

Advisor/Mentor

Yates, Jacob

Abstract

This thesis provides a comprehensive reflection on the author's experience in the “Finance 360” rotational internship program at Burns & McDonnell, a program designed to expose interns to the diverse functions within a corporate finance and accounting department. Over the course of 10 weeks, the author completed 12 different rotations, gaining hands-on experience across various financial disciplines. This paper highlights five rotations—Operational Financial Analysts, Financial Analytics, Internal Audit, Project Accounting, and Investments—that had the greatest impact on reshaping the author’s understanding of corporate finance. These experiences revealed the deep integration of finance with accounting, analytics, and strategic decision-making, far beyond the textbook concepts initially understood. In addition to technical exposure, the program emphasized mentorship, professional development, and the company’s strong employee-ownership culture. The experience not only deepened the author's knowledge of corporate finance but also clarified future career interests and demonstrated the value of rotational internships in shaping career readiness.


Keywords

Finance; Corporate Finance; Business Analytics

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