Jackson Sandeen
Full-Time MBA, Class of 2019
Hometown: Houston
Home State: Texas
Home Country: United States of America
Previous Institution & Degree: Boston University (B.A. in Economics)
Pre-MBA Industry: Energy
Pre-MBA Company: Wood Mackenzie
Pre-MBA Title: Senior Analyst
Desired Post-MBA Industry: Investment Banking
Desired Post-MBA Function: Associate
Summer Internship Company: Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Summer Internship Title: Summer Associate
Degree Concentration: Finance
Student Organization Membership: Energy Club, Finance Club
What about the Rice MBA program has surprised you the most?
I've been surprised most by the camaraderie among classmates. I believe the smaller size class at Jones fosters stronger friendships.
What has been your favorite moment of your Rice MBA experience so far?
Landing my summer internship...and every Partio.
What is your favorite thing about and/or favorite spot in Houston?
It's gotta be the food.
In a sentence, what is the one piece of advice you have for prospective students?
Take first semester seriously (grades do matter), but make sure you still have fun and get to know your class. The MBA goes by fast!