This year, our student-run organization is accepting applications from all University of Porto students!
We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and personalities who can contribute to and enhance our club.
Applications will be accepted until September 24th
Why should you apply to FEP Finance Club?
The One and Only – We are the sole finance club in FEP. If you want to dive deep into the world of finance, we’re your exclusive gateway.
Making Finance Fun – Joining our club isn’t just about learning; it’s about having fun while applying the concepts you’ve studied in your finance-related classes. Through exciting real-world projects and engaging activities, you’ll get to see how finance comes alive in practical and enjoyable ways. Join us, and let’s make finance not only educational but also incredibly fun and relevant to your life.
Developing Essential Soft Skills – Being a part of our club enriches your life as a student. It goes beyond the classroom, allowing you to gain knowledge, skills, and experiences that are invaluable for personal and professional growth. You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, group development, time management, and presentation.
Collaborative Learning – By being a member, you’ll have the chance to learn from others in the field, gain insights from peers, and collectively expand your understanding of investment strategies and financial markets.
Networking – Our club provides you with a great opportunity to network. It’s an amazing platform to meet potential employers and industry experts through Business Trips and Workshops organized throughout the year.
Inclusive Community – We’re more than just a club, we’re a welcoming family. Our atmosphere is filled with camaraderie and support. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned student, you’ll find a place where you belong. We pride ourselves on genuinely kind individuals, including older students who generously extend their guidance and support whenever needed. Here, mentorship and friendship go hand in hand.
By joining our club, you’re investing in yourself, acquiring skills and expertise that can open doors to exciting career opportunities and personal financial growth.
Explore Our Members' Roles in Detail
If you're still uncertain about the department that's the right fit for you
ER - External Relations
If you like to negotiate and you want to deal with the biggest players in the market – we have a place for you in our External Relations Department!
The External Relations Department plays a pivotal role in our student-run organisation by overseeing marketing and communication efforts, managing corporate relations, and nurturing partnerships.
This department might suit candidates who enjoy building connections, engaging with partners, who have a passion for branding and communication.
This department requires an enthusiastic individual who can effectively represent our organisation to external parties and contribute to advancing our mission.
- Marketing and Communication:
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the organisation’s events, initiatives, and achievements.
- Create engaging content for various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and the organisation’s website.
- Corporate Relations & Partnerships:
- Identify and cultivate relationships with corporate partners and sponsors that align with the organisation’s goals and values.
- Coordinate collaborative initiatives and events with partner organisations, fostering a sense of community and shared goals.
FM - Financial Markets
If you like researching and you want to trade your knowledge for good market opportunities – we have a place for you in our Financial Markets Department!
Strong analytical and research abilities are essential to dissect market data and make informed decisions. As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to apply and enhance these skills while collaborating with our team.
If you are committed to continuous learning, regardless of your current level of knowledge or experience, this is the ideal department for you.
Get ready for an exciting year ahead in this department, as we have some thrilling surprises and new events planned for the 23/24 year!
- Portfolio Management Team –
- Conduct evaluations of hypothetical investors’ risk profiles, considering factors such as investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance.
- Build long-term focused portfolios and monitor market trends to identify opportunities for portfolio adjustments.
- Market Research Team – Produce weekly reports for the community and periodic articles regarding financial topics.
- Trading Team – Apply day-trading and swing-trading strategies on trading simulators, profiting from short-lived price changes.
CD - Career Development
If you desire to have a real impact on the community by projects related to finance – we have a place for you in our Career Development Department!
As a Career Development member, you will play an integral role in enhancing the knowledge and skills of our club’s members, fostering their professional growth, and contributing to our mission of preparing members for successful careers in finance.
Additionally, you will be responsible for human resources tasks and for the organisation of Financial Literacy initiatives and youth education programs while partnering with charitable foundations.
- Training and Development:
- Providing opportunities for skill development and career advancement, including the organisation of workshops throughout the year.
- Human Resources Tasks
- Organising events and initiatives to keep members engaged with the organisation, such as team-building events, integration dinners or weekends.
- Coordinating volunteer activities.
- Maintaining employee records and personnel files.
- Managing the organisation’s alumni network, such as updating and maintaining a database of alumni contact information.
- Assess the effectiveness of career development and financial literacy programmes through feedback collection, surveys, and performance metrics.
- Financial Literacy Initiatives:
- Collaborate with charitable organisations to design and implement Financial Literacy initiatives, targeting various age groups and demographics.
CF - Corporate Finance
If you’re always wondering why a company is worth billions – we have a place for you in our Corporate Finance Department!
As a part of our team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, industry research, and equity valuation. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios and collaborate with professionals in the field.
Additionally, we have some interesting new initiatives and events planned for the 23/24 year!
- Company Valuation – Build and maintain financial models to forecast company performance, assess risks, and make informed investment recommendations.
- Industry Analysis – Members of this department are responsible for producing industry reports periodically. Conduct in-depth research on specific industries to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges.
- Equity Research Challenge – Organise and host the Equity Research Challenge, providing a platform for participants to showcase their valuation skills. Collaborate with professionals to ensure a rigorous evaluation process for participants.
- Engage in ongoing learning opportunities, workshops, and training sessions to enhance your financial analysis skills.
- Work closely with fellow team members to contribute to the department’s goals and initiatives.
- Participate in team meetings and discussions to share insights and knowledge.