A little advice please....

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halsey123

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I am currently an economics student and was thinking about becoming a researcher/analyst. I really don't know why because I have no experience in this field. However, I enjoy researching companies, analyzing financial statements (well, trying...), and keeping up with the markets. I have one of those virtual accounts and I am constantly researching companies to buy during my free time.

I recently discovered this interest of mine and thus the reason for me going back to school. Previously, I worked as a mechanic and was promoted to Service Manager after a couple of years. So, as you can see, somewhat unrelated fields. As far my education, I have won state and national awards in economics and have been accepted into a top-ten b-school (UNC Chapel-Hill). I also have a technical degree Nashville Auto Diesel College where I finished in the top 5 of my class.

Will my background in mechanics and work experience as a mechanic help me at all in landing an analyst interview? Should I even put it on my resume ?? My friends tell me not to even mention it. Just thought I would get a second opinion.
 
I think its a great job on a resume for an analyst position. It shows you have mechanical ability. I'm quite proud of my welding qualifications and experience.

It's just too bad that the white collar finance snobs look down on this good honest labour so I'd leave it out.
 
If you have an interest in following automotive companies and are applying for a position covering those companies it would probably be a huge plus.
 
Unfortunately UAECFA is correct. You do run the risk of being looked down upon. However, what you wrote above looks fairly impressive, and I think if you were VERY careful in how you coined the whole thing, it could be a plus.

Additionally, any time you can get as an intern or other pre-analyst job would be helpful, surely. I would imagine MOST analyst jobs would be tough to fill without ANY experience... typically they have many applicants and pick the best... it would need to be someone who really sees some potential in you.. or if you have some write-ups you've done with which you can impress them

Id think about leaving it off and doing a verbal explanation during an interview, if you can land one. knowing someone would be very helpful for you
 
Let's assume this is serious...

You should absolutely write that on your resume. You're clearly proud of it and I would be too. Every white collar guy I know likes cars, either tinkered with cars when they were a youngster or wishes they did, and this just makes you different.

When you go for an interview some guy will ask you if you can fix his Ferrari. I suggest you answer "Is it a diesel?"
 
Thank you everyone who has responded thus far. Your comments are much appreciated!
 
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