Students Explore Career Pathways at GECU Headquarters
What Happened: Students from the Hunt Business Banking Academy visited the corporate offices of GECU for an immersive, behind-the-scenes look at career opportunities in financial services.
The visit featured department tours, conversations with professionals across the organization, and an inside look at how cross-functional teams collaborate to support day-to-day operations.
Why It Matters: The experience offered students a real-world glimpse into the structure and culture of a financial institution, while reinforcing the career possibilities available in banking and credit unions. It also created valuable opportunities for professional networking and mentorship.
Inside the Experience:
- A speed-networking lunch gave students a relaxed environment to engage with GECU executives.
- The Human Resources team led a career development session with practical tips on resume writing and interview preparation.
- Students asked questions about career growth, internal collaboration, and how credit unions support community development.
What They Said:
Diego Torres said: “A key insight from this site visit was how the departments work hand in hand to bring value to their members. That’s something GECU clearly prides itself on.”
Paulina Gallegos said: “This visit helped me realize how many opportunities we have as students. GECU offers a wide variety of entry-level roles we can pursue both during and after college.”
Diego Camacho said: “It’s a perfect example of what the Banking Academy offers. I had the chance to meet executives, tour corporate facilities, and get HR guidance on landing a job in the industry.”