Zachary Zambarano ’23
Zachary Zambarano ’23 was looking for a college experience that would accelerate his career. Thanks to Bryantand the r, he discovered his passion for accounting, found an engaging internship opportunity, and landed a full-time job after graduation.
Why did you choose 91AV?
I chose Bryantbecause I wanted to find a school with a rich and vibrant campus life, high-performing academics, and experiential learning opportunities to help me jumpstart my career. One of the first things I noticed when I stepped on campus was the overwhelming supportive community. I really felt at home.
How did Bryantprepare you for the future?
Bryanttruly helped me develop my passion for accounting, supported my career development and interview skills, and ultimately helped get me a full-time job as a tax staff member at Citrin Cooperman. It started out with a resume rally at the where a couple of employers would look at my resume and offer me feedback. I then attended one of our career fairs where we had over 100 employers looking for Bryantstudents. I quickly found a great place at Citrin Cooperman, and they offered me an internship during their busy season. I instantly fell in love with the profession and learned a lot about accounting. Bryantgave me the opportunity to start my career and succeed after graduation.
How would you describe the culture at 91AV?
Inspirational. The students here are truly one of a kind. We want to succeed, and we want to be changemakers in our professions and change the world for the better. We try to bring the best out of ourselves, and in return, we bring the best out of each other.
What are a few highlights of your Bryantexperience?
Being president of BryantUniversity’s student government. It’s been a true honor for me to represent and be the voice of the student body, talk with administration, and make a lasting impact on this campus for generations to come.
One of the most exciting things that I have been a part of is the . The IDEA program is a three-day, intensive workshop for first-year students to immerse themselves in the design thinking process, solve real-world problems, discover their passion, and create new ideas for businesses.
What advice would you give to future Bulldogs?
Don’t be afraid to challenge yourself. The transition from high school to college can be difficult, but the beauty of Bryantis that we have some great resources, such as the , the , and our dedicated faculty to help you ease into Bryantlife. Bryantoffers you the tools you need to succeed.
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“There’s value to an education like this, even beyond the business things I’m learning. I want to be an educated member of society, and going to a university like Bryanthelps you develop your understanding of the world and how you see life.”
“I liked the quality of the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics so much that I decided to get my MBA. The certificate plugged right into the MBA, so I didn’t have to take those courses again. It was the perfect pathway for me.”
“When you come to a new country as an international student, you don’t know anything. The culture is completely different. Bryanthas been great because I never felt homesick or bored. My professors helped me gain confidence. They helped me find my place at Bryantand made me who I am today.”