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Alumni Profile – Reuben Fernandes

November 23, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Age: 22
Lives in: Toronto
Lived in: Saudi Arabia
Graduated from: Richard Ivey School of Business – University of Western Ontario
Years as an Intern:
2006: P&G – Assistant Brand Manager on Herbal Essences
2007: P&G – Assistant Brand Manager on Head & Shoulders
2008: P&G – Customer Finance Analyst
Current Employer/Position: P&G – Assistant Brand Manager, Swiffer

How did you hear about INROADS? I heard about Inroads through a campus event when I was in my first year of University. I had no idea that the program would have such a large and sustained impact on my life.

How has the program helped your career? The program has greatly aided my career aspirations. I knew early on in my school years that I wanted a career that provided me with real leadership opportunities, meaningful project ownership and learning. My brand role at P&G provides me with these opportunities and allows me to pursue continuous learning everyday.

What were some of the best things about the INROADS program? The Inroads program in Toronto has a heavy focus on training and ensuring interns develop the right skill sets to meet and exceed expectations during their internships. The extended training sessions provided me with the opportunity to share my experiences with fellow interns, while at the same time allowing me to learn from their experiences. These sessions provided me with some of my fondest memories from Inroads and kicked off life long friendships.

What advice would you give to someone starting out with INROADS? My main piece of advice to new Inroads interns would be – take nothing for granted. You’ve worked hard to get where you are and continued consistency in your work rate will be rewarded.

What advice would you give to current IAA members? It’s easy to let Inroads slip to the bottom of your priority list once you graduate and start full-time. I would really like to stress how important it is to give back to the Inroads community and mentor new Inroads interns. As Inroads alumni, we have the ability to make a huge impact on the next generation of future leaders.