Project First-Gen
A launchpad for future leaders in finance
Join Wells Fargo’s Project First-Gen
At Wells Fargo we believe that education is the cornerstone of opportunity. That’s why we are excited to introduce Project First-Gen: Corporate and Investment Banking — a transformative opportunity brought to you by Wells Fargo Corporate and Investment Banking in partnership with Wells Fargo Early Careers. This program is designed to educate, develop, and inspire the next generation of change-makers and leaders in high finance.
Project First-Gen is an eight-week virtual experience tailored for first-generation college sophomores. Dive deep into the world of finance and explore the key sectors that define CIB products and services: investment and corporate banking, markets, and commercial real estate.
What to expect
Weekly virtual sessions
Interactive learning
Mandatory milestones
Registration information
For a chance to participate in our inaugural program, please complete the registration form using the link below. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting new educational opportunity.
Registration window — Registrations open Sunday, August 4 and close September 1
Notification — Students will be notified of their program status by September 8
Sessions details
Week 1 — September 25: Program introduction with Troy Keen
Weeks 2-3 — October 2 and 9: Investment banking with Frank Van Buren
Weeks 4-5 — October 16 and 23: Commercial real estate with Janelle Garret
Weeks 6-7 — October 30 and November 6: Global markets with Donnie Johnson
Week 8 — November 13: Program conclusion with CIB Early Careers recruiter
Leadership
Jay Bryson
Cameron Campbell
Janelle Garrett
Donnie Johnson
Troy Keen
Hannah Phillips
Danielle Squires
Frank Van Buren
Career insights
Leading Voices podcast
L + M Development Partners
Inspiring leaders
Emerging talent development
Project First-Gen
For first-generation college sophomores, Project First-Gen is a game-changer. This program provides a unique educational platform to gain insider knowledge and practical skills in the high-stakes world of finance. Participants will not only learn from industry experts but also gain insights that can help shape future careers.
By demystifying the complex areas of investment and corporate banking, markets, and commercial real estate, Project First-Gen empowers students to navigate your professional journeys with valuable information and confidence.
A first-generation college student is defined as a student whose parent(s) did not complete a four-year college or university degree.
Registrations may close earlier based on volume.
If you apply for employment, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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