Join - Explore Finance

Applications are OPEN.

General Information

"Explore Finance" is a program designed for first- and second-year students who are interested in learning more about careers in finance, investing in the stock market, and supplementing their education with skills outside of their major. This program allows students to be involved in the UOIG experience without the commitment of completing a valuation report each term. Ideal candidates want to learn about finance and/or careers in the finance industry in an effort to explore how finance skills can help them attain their future goals. Freshman and Sophomore students from all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The program consists of five one-hour classes throughout the term.

Program benefits include:

  • Learn about careers in finance and receive guidance in career searching and networking

  • Professional development

  • Introduction to fundamental equity valuation and portfolio management

  • Learn what drives value in a company

  • Participate in weekly UOIG meetings

  • Participate in meetings with Management and/or other analysts on topics with input from program participants

Students accepted into the program in Fall 2023 will have the opportunity to attend UOIG weekly meetings for the remainder of the Fall term. The classes will begin week three of Fall term.

Participation in this group does not guarantee or indicate future membership into the UOIG.

Admittance Process

Candidates will submit our online application resembling the membership application. This application includes a cover letter, a resume, and essay sections. The application must be submitted by the deadline posted above, and late applications will not be considered.

For selection, candidates will be judged solely on the merit of the application or may be asked to interview on a date TBD.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the program. You can submit inquiries via our online message form or directly contact Lauren Martin, Director of Education, at lmarti14@uoregon.edu.