John Cassidy

Veteran - Finance Student at Penn State University

United States

About

U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Finance Student at Penn State University

Experience

  • Financial Planning and Wealth Management Intern at Winthrop Partners
    May 2025 - Aug 2025 · 4 mos

    Assisted with financial planning and scenario modeling for clients using RaymondJames. Shadowed senior advisors throughout the client lifecycle; gained insight into portfolio strategy and client management. Contributed to portfolio tracking and performance review initiatives.

  • The Externship Alumni at Amplified Planning
    Jun 2025 - Jul 2025 · 2 mos

    Participated in The Externship, an 8-week, virtual financial planning focused on real-world application of financial planning skills. Over the summer of 2025, I: • Earned 500 CFP® Board Standard Pathway Experience Hours • Prepared for and reviewed real client meetings, completed elements of client plans • Learned directly from 50+ professionals across the industry • Gained hands-on experience with tools like eMoney, Asset-Map, and more • Earned eMoney Certification

  • Student Program - Underwriting Assistant at USLI
    Jan 2025 - Apr 2025 · 4 mos

    Assist in Underwriting tasks and customer relations.

  • Marine at United States Marine Corps
    Nov 2018 - Nov 2022 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    Team Leader, Corporal, and Vehicle Commander within an infantry unit operating highly complicated missile systems. Leader and fully responsible for diverse team of 4-5 junior Marines around the clock.