Unmatched Opportunities
California native Jacob Fuentes ’26 is an international business & management major, student-leader and Posse Scholar who’s found unmatched opportunities at Dickinson. After completing two internships during his first year of college, he plans a career at Goldman Sachs.
Hometown:
Torrance, California.
Major:
International business & management.
Clubs and organizations:
Sigma Lambda Beta, Community Engagement Fellows and MANdatory.
Honors/Scholarships/Awards:
Posse Foundation Scholar and Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar.
Favorite book:
Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand.
Favorite professor:
Professor of Spanish Mariana Past.
Best thing about my major:
It allows me to be around people who have similar career aspirations as me. I am also able to network and learn from individuals who are in high corporate positions, which keeps me motivated and inspired.
Best thing about my Dickinson experience:
The opportunities and programs at Dickinson are unmatched. If you want to get something done, there are always people who are willing to support you on your journey.
If I could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, it would be …
… Malcom X.
About my internships:
I had two internships this past semester. One was a commercial real-estate internship through Project Destined, where I was able to learn about the ins and outs of real estate and work together with a team in order to present pitches to investors. My other internship was at the United Way of Carlisle, where I was able to become more aware of the major issues that are going on in the Carlisle community, and what steps can be taken to overcome these issues.
Favorite off-campus spot:
Redd's BBQ.
Most important thing I’ve learned so far:
Learn to give yourself credit.
Post-Dickinson plans:
Work at Goldman Sachs.
Advice for younger students:
Ask questions! It is better to ask for help than to do things aimlessly.
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Published August 4, 2023