Newmont Mining Corporation

Matt: University of Denver, MBA/MS Finance

I chose the MBA/MSF program at DU because I thought that it offered the right combination of business breadth and financial aptitude required by today's employers. The program has allowed me to learn about a broad range of business issues, while at the same time concentrating on my specific interest in finance. Newmont is a first-rate organization, ideally located in Denver (a first-rate town). The company is involved in a highly-competitive industry and is large enough that students can gain exposure to the inner workings of a publically traded, S&P 500 company without having to travel far. I was attracted to Newmont's determination to be a respected mining company that profits responsibly and to its reputation for placing a high-value on its employees. The best part about being an intern at Newmont is being included in the fold. The company treats its interns as if they were regular employees, and I've had the opportunity to learn from and work for some extremely talented people. Everyone around me works hard, and I like being surrounded by people who obviously care about the impact they make on a company. My bosses told me from the outset that they were going to expect a lot from me and they have. I was immediately thrust into the mix and handed projects and reports to compile and complete. This is not an internship for those looking to slide by. Rather, this is an internship where you'll be challenged and looked to for immediate contribution. Those aspects of my internship really appeal to me.