EMERGERS Interview Session - Career Week in M&A 2024
Andreas Ruch, an investment banking analyst at Evercore in London, shares his unusual journey from a biology degree to the world of finance in an inspiring conversation with Fridtjof Eckhardt of EMERGERS and Jannis von Lintel, CEO of VentureLink Partners. The video, presented as part of a Career Week discussion in M&A 2024, offers insights into Andreas' professional development and emphasises the importance of internships and networking for a successful career in investment banking.
After a short introduction of the participants, Fridtjof briefly introduces the collaboration between EMERGERS and mandaco. Andreas' career is then highlighted, describing the transition from his biology studies to a career in finance. He emphasises the crucial role of internships and networking in his career transition.Of particular interest is the passage in which Andreas talks about his career change. He explains his decision to go into investment banking and emphasises the transferable skills he brought with him from his biology degree. These skills, including analytical thinking and problem solving, have enabled him to make a smooth transition.
In the discussion that follows, the importance of internships is further explored. Andreas shares his early experiences and the responsibilities he took on during his internships. He emphasises the crucial contribution of internships in building a network and acquiring relevant skills for the investment banking industry.
Overall, the presentation provides a fascinating insight into Andreas' career and emphasises the importance of internships and networking for a successful career start in investment banking. His story encourages people to explore different paths and recognise the transferability of skills between different areas. Andreas' experience shows that with commitment, networking and a willingness to gain practical experience,even unconventional career paths can be successful.