When Justin Nelson, a 1998 graduate of Tufts University, first sought a
summer internship in the finance sector, he faced significant hurdles. The
Tufts Financial Network, an organization designed to aid students in finding
finance-related jobs, had yet to be established. Fortunately, Nelson leveraged
connections with friends in the industry and secured an internship at JP
Morgan. This opportunity launched his career, culminating in his role as a
managing director in asset management at the financial giant.
In 2006, Justin Nelson took a pivotal step in facilitating similar opportunities for
other Tufts students. He began lobbying for Tufts to become one of JP Morgan’s
core schools—a designation for institutions from which the firm actively
recruits. Unlike core schools, Tufts initially received no dedicated support,
leaving Nelson to arrange travel and accommodations out of pocket. Despite
these challenges, his efforts bore fruit; by 2009, Tufts had achieved core
school status.
Nelson’s initiative has led to significant outcomes. Since his campaign began, twenty Tufts
graduates have secured internships or full-time positions at JP Morgan, notably
within the asset management division. One such success story is Jon Trott, a
2010 graduate who landed a summer internship with JP Morgan in
2009 during a period of economic uncertainty. Trott attributes his career
trajectory to Nelson’s dedication.
The network of Tufts alumni at JP Morgan has grown robust, further strengthening the pipeline
for new recruits. These alumni actively participate in recruiting activities,
including résumé screenings and campus visits. Nelson himself has remained
engaged with the Tufts Financial Network, contributing to educational
initiatives like the Wall Street Crash Course.
Through Justin Nelson’s efforts, the connection between Tufts University and JP Morgan has
flourished. He remains committed to his mission, encouraging other alumni to
support Tufts students in their professional journeys. This collaboration has
not only benefited the students but also enriched JP Morgan with a steady
influx of capable young professionals. Visit this page on CrunchBase, for additional information.
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