What specifically is the recruiting panel looking for?

There are three key elements we look for when recruiting:

• Knowledge: While we do have a training program to bring new recruits up to speed, we expect new members to have an exceptional interest in, and a solid fundamental understanding of financial markets and the forces that move them. This must be demonstrated in both the  interview and follow-up report.
• Commitment: SSIF meets once per week from September through April and it is expected that members attend all meetings. We traditionally meet once a week for about two hours, and members must be able to make a full time commitment to SSIF for at least two semesters, but the longer you can contribute the better.
• Interpersonal Skills: SSIF is a team environment and it is imperative that members can work efficiently and effectively in this type of setting; the panel will strive to put together a cohesive team. It is also expected that members act as ambassadors of SSIF while on campus as well as at competitions and at industry social events.