RTSWS Enters 15th Year, Issues Annual Report
This year, RTSWS is celebrating 15 years of helping students build financial knowledge, explore careers and see what is possible across the capital markets.
Since our founding in 2012, RTSWS has served more than 10,000 students across the US, Canada and the UK with support from leading financial, fintech and technology firms.
The results continue to show the strength of that work. RTSWS’ most recent student cohorts demonstrated a 79% increase in financial and investment literacy, based on a three-year weighted average. RTSWS alumni also pursue finance-related degrees at five times the US national average for women.
"What began with Maura Cunningham's founding mission has further grown into a community of students, industry volunteers, and corporate partners who recognize that access changes outcomes."
"This milestone belongs to every person who has helped build RTSWS over the past fifteen years. Together, we educate, prepare, and advance students by providing the fundamentals and workforce readiness, professional networks, and real-world experiences, helping them pursue careers that many had never imagined." - Ashley Leftwich, CEO of RTSWS
Throughout our Anniversary year, we will continue to strengthen our programming and Career Center, connecting students and alumni with internships, early career opportunities, professional credentials, mentorship, and employers.
Thank you to every student, alumni, industry volunteer and supporter who has helped shape the RTSWS story. We look forward to celebrating this milestone and building the next chapter together as we expand participation in the capital markets.
Our Board of Directors
RTSWS Board of Directors:
"Our Board reflects the strength of the RTSWS community and our commitment to preparing the next generation.
Building on Founder Maura Cunningham's vision and Ashley Leftwich's leadership, we look forward to helping RTSWS continue expanding its reach, strengthening industry partnerships, and creating even more opportunities and impact for students, expanding participation across the capital markets."
- Gretchen Flicker, CFA
- Gretchen Flicker, CFA, RTSWS Board Chair
- Maura Cunningham, RTSWS Founder
- Sarah Bracewell
- Christy Chattleton
- Netila Demneri
- Leslie Eisen
- Kristie Feinberg, CFA
- Kelly Goldsmith, PhD
- Anders Hall, CFA
- Rajiv Kapoor
- Robert McGrail
- Penny Novick
- Stephen Tisdalle
- Art Steinmetz
- Erich Ziegler
Alumni Spotlights
As we continue our Summer in Finance series, we are highlighting RTSWS students and alumni who are building skills, expanding their professional networks and exploring career paths through internships and other professional experiences.
Over the past year, the RTSWS Career Center has featured more than 650 internships, jobs and industry events across our footprint. We also recognize the volunteers, sponsors and more than 90 active employers whose support helps students take meaningful next steps.
Erica Li, RTSWS ’23
Brown University student and 2026 Goldman Sachs Investment Banking Summer Analyst
Amelie Bi, RTSWS ’25
Barnard College student and 2026 The Rohatyn Group Investment and Business Development Intern
Violetta Atocha, RTSWS ’24
Boston University student and 2026 Sindia Capital Investments and Marketing Intern
Follow RTSWS for Summer in Finance highlights.
To share your own summer plans, email: alum@rockthestreetwallstreet.com
FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES
RTSWS Career Center
Explore the sampling of internships and jobs listed below as a glimpse into the exceptional opportunities our sponsors provide.
Summer Intern 2027 - Quantitative Trader
(Undergraduate & Graduate Students, with an expected graduation date of Winter 2027 or Spring 2028)
Five Rings
New York, NY
CFA Accelerate Scholarship
(Undergraduate rising juniors and seniors as well as young professionals)
CFA Institute
Multiple Locations
Trade Support Analyst
(Full-time position)
AllianceBernstein
Nashville, TN
Contact careercenter@rockthestreetwallstreet.com to post internships, entry-level jobs and
industry opportunities on the RTSWS Career Center.
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