Emily Samuelson

Hometown: Fort Worth
Home State: Texas
Home Country: United States of America
Previous Institution & Degree: University of Pennsylvania (Mechanical Engineering)

Pre-MBA Industry: Aerospace
Pre-MBA Company: Aviation Devices and Electronic Components
Pre-MBA Title: Engineer/Project Manager
Desired Post-MBA Industry: Aerospace
Desired Post-MBA Function: Consulting/Management

Summer Internship Company: Boeing
Summer Internship Title: Consultant

Degree Concentration: Strategic Management
Student Organization Membership: Consulting Club, Rice Business Women’s Organization, Real Estate Club

What about the Rice MBA program has surprised you the most?
I have been surprised about the amount of time needed to complete not just classes but recruiting events and homework and group projects. There is always something that needs to be worked on!

What has been your favorite moment of your Rice MBA experience so far?
I think that during the Hurricane, seeing the amount of classmates (who I had just met) come out and support others was very impressive.

What is your favorite thing about and/or favorite spot in Houston?
My favorite spot is probably Kirby Ice House. I have spent many nights there with friends from Jones, be it watching the Astros win or just grabbing a post Partio beer.

In a sentence, what is the one piece of advice you have for prospective students?
I would advise them to get to work early and never procrastinate because the amount of work can snowball quickly!