Your Path to Excellence
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
What are AZ Groups?
Every member joins one of the specialized career tracks based on their professional interests. Each track runs for 10 weeks per semester and includes weekly workshops, mock interviews, case practice, and 1-on-1 mentorship from members who've secured roles at top firms.
Investment Banking
Master the skills needed to break into investment banking.
Behaviorals
Preparation for common interview questions about leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving experiences.
Technicals
In-depth coverage of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and accounting concepts crucial for IB roles.
Interview Prep
Guidance on structuring answers, mock interviews, and strategies to stand out in competitive IB recruitment.
IB Overview
Comprehensive introduction to investment banking, including deal types, industry trends, and day-to-day responsibilities.
Recruiting
Insights into networking strategies, resume optimization, and navigating the recruitment timeline for top firms.
Charlie Huang
Investment Banking Mentor
Charlie is an incoming investing banking analyst at J.P. Morgan in their San Francisco technology coverage group. He previously interned at the firm this past summer and has additionally interned at CriticalPoint, Centerstone Capital, and Takenaka Partners.
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Jacob Granados
Investment Banking Mentor
Jacob is an incoming full time analyst at Bank of America in San Francisco, focusing on investment banking within the EGRC group. He has had previous internships as a mergers and acquisitions analyst at Expa, specializing in strategic M&A and growth management, as well as at Centerstone Capital.
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Ella Kang
Investment Banking Mentor
Ella is interning as an investment banking analyst this summer at Goldman Sachs New York. She is involved with the finance clubs at USC and she is very excited to help other people learn about and pursue careers in investment banking.
LinkedInConsulting
Build the analytical and problem-solving skills to excel in consulting.
Industry Overview
Learn about consulting as an industry, what the job entails, and the opportunities available.
Casing
Through hands-on workshops, learn the foundations of case interviews: market sizing, frameworks, analysis, and brainstorming.
Recruiting Prep
Get a detailed timeline of what you can do to maximize your chances at success in consulting recruitment.
Networking
Gain a deep network of Alpha Kappa Psi actives and alumni who have landed offers at MBB and Big 4 firms.
Interview Preparation
Receive guidance on how to best prepare for consulting interviews, including mock interviews and feedback.
Sunny Wang
Consulting Mentor
Sunny is currently an incoming Technology Risk intern at Ernst & Young in Los Angeles. With a range of experience working in startups, boutique M&A, and social impact consulting, Sunny hopes to leverage her knowledge to solve complex business problems.
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Sahil Harjani
Consulting Mentor
Sahil is a sophomore at the University of Southern California studying Economics and Data Science. He has experience across consulting, data analytics, and social impact work, and currently serves in leadership roles with 180 Degrees Consulting and LACI, where he focuses on data-driven strategy and stakeholder engagement.
LinkedInProduct Management
Learn to build products users love with our comprehensive PM curriculum.
Product Management Essentials
Understand core PM principles and strategies to effectively manage the lifecycle of a product from concept to launch.
Market Research & User Insights
Learn techniques for gathering and analyzing market data and user feedback to make informed product decisions.
Product Development & Design
Gain hands-on experience developing product features, creating wireframes, and designing prototypes.
Roadmap & Strategy Planning
Develop skills in crafting product roadmaps, setting milestones, and preparing strategic plans for market entry.
Interview Preparation
Prepare for PM interviews by mastering common questions, case studies, and interview techniques.
Leena Van
Product Management Mentor
Leena brings a diverse background in product management & tech strategy from companies like PwC, Handshake AI, Ericsson, and Scale AI. She's an incoming consultant intern at KPMG in New York City. Currently, she's working at Sony Pictures Entertainment as an AI Strategy Intern in their security operations.
LinkedInComputer Science
Build technical skills and land top roles in the tech industry.
Fundamentals of Coding
Master foundational concepts of computer science, including algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving techniques.
Leetcode & Interview Prep
Prepare for coding interviews with hands-on practice on Leetcode, focusing on algorithmic challenges and whiteboard exercises.
Recruiting
Get detailed insights into recruiting strategies, building a strong resume, and landing top technical roles.
Practical Research in ML
Engage in machine learning research and complete a paper by semester's end to enhance your technical portfolio.
Building Your Own Project
Gain practical experience by working on your own projects, a crucial step for success in the tech industry.
Tommy Wickersham
Computer Science Mentor
Tommy has experience across software engineering and machine learning, with a background working on startups and technical projects. His work spans full-stack development, data analysis, and applied AI.
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Rohan Krishnan
Computer Science Mentor
Rohan is a returning intern at General Atomics Aeronautical systems Inc, where he will be using Machine Learning to help fight the war on terror. Using his expertise in Artificial Intelligence, he hopes to one day find cures to neurodegenerative diseases.
LinkedInMarketing & UI/UX
Build creative and analytical skills for marketing and design roles.
Marketing Fundamentals
Gain an understanding of marketing strategies and concepts to prepare for future marketing roles.
UI/UX Principles
Learn the foundations of user interface and user experience design to create intuitive digital experiences.
Creative Portfolio
Develop a portfolio throughout the semester to effectively display creative works for recruitment.
Digital Marketing Channels
Dive into various digital marketing channels including social media, email, and content marketing.
Consumer Behavior
Understand the motivations and decision-making processes of consumers to create targeted strategies.
Jenny Jiang
Marketing Mentor
Jenny brings a marketing-focused background with experience in content operations, film production, and data analysis. She has worked as a marketing strategist at an AI startup and supported data-driven marketing and content initiatives at Rednote.
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Iren Han
Marketing Mentor
Iren brings experience in branding and visual marketing through graphic design. She has contributed to the launch of a full branding campaign and is interested in how strategy, creativity, and analytics work together in modern marketing.
LinkedInWhere Our Members Work
Alpha Kappa Psi alumni and members can be found at leading companies worldwide
What Our Alumni Say
Hear from our brothers who've leveraged AZ Groups to launch their careers
AZ has been the most essential aspect of my college career. Every great memory, from the day I joined to the day I graduated from USC, has stemmed from AZ—from the professional development to the beautiful experiences shared with my AZ brothers.
Riley Yen
KPMG Consulting
The mentorship, networking opportunities, and guidance AZ offers prepared me with the professional skills to make the most of my internship this past summer. The brothers here truly want to see you succeed.
Kirsten Kim
SpaceX
AZ has helped shape my understanding of the professional world outside of the basics you learn in class or through other clubs. Skills in networking, technical development, and overall industry prep helped me secure an internship in my career of choice. The ability to leverage AZ resources for recruiting made the process much smoother
Shehroz Khan
Wells Fargo
After crossing in my freshman spring semester, I had the opportunity to be mentored by older members of Alpha Kappa Psi who helped me throughout the recruitment process. Whether it was was resume reviews or mock interviews, they helped me improve my professional skills which allowed me to be successful during recruitment.
