Posted on October 30, 2025 by Rebekah Alegria
Internships do more than filling a line on a resume; they are a proving ground where students apply classroom learning, solve open-ended challenges and discover what it means to create value in the real world.
Alvarez students gain internship experience in Summer 2025.
More than 80 Carlos Alvarez College of Business students stepped into internship roles this summer that spanned industries such as analytics, finance, risk management and supply chain. Their stories showcase how Alvarez Roadrunners are building skills, confidence and networks that will carry them forward into their careers and beyond.
Dat Nguyen
Area Manager Intern, Amazon (Summer 2025); Supply Chain Planning Intern, BMW Manufacturing (Fall 2025)
Operations and supply chain management major Dat Nguyen recently completed a summer internship at Amazon, and he is currently interning at BMW Manufacturing in South Carolina. At Amazon, he managed 50–100 associates during Prime Week, learning leadership and conflict resolution in a high-pressure environment. At BMW, he is now focused on supply chain logistics, building KPIs in Power BI and seeing firsthand how cars are assembled.
“Amazon showed me the importance of leadership and execution at scale, while BMW highlights the strategic side of supply chain in a global manufacturing context,” he said.
Both internships are strengthening his goal of pursuing a corporate supply chain career. Nguyen is eager to bring real-world insights to case studies and group projects while mentoring peers who are preparing for their own internships when he returns this spring. His accelerated path to a May 2026 graduation reflects the same drive he brings to his professional growth.
Nguyen found both opportunities on LinkedIn and Handshake, and both have strengthened his career goals. His advice to other students looking for internships, “Never quit! Finding the first opportunity is always the hardest. Make connections and reach out to those whose path you find interesting.”
Mohamad Hannawi
Tax Analyst Intern, Apex Fintech Solution
Graduate economics student Mohamad Hannawi spent his summer interning with Apex Fintech Solutions, a financial technology clearing firm that supports some of the biggest names in trading. His work focused on automating cost-basis fixes for erroneous trades, a challenge that showed him the power of technology in finance.
“Helping automate cost-basis fixes for erroneous trades was a challenging but rewarding experience. It showed me how technology can improve accuracy and efficiency in the finance world,” he said.
The hybrid internship gave him the best of both worlds, but he found being on-site the most valuable.
“Having teammates nearby allowed me to ask questions, share insights and grow in ways that are harder to achieve virtually,” he explained.
Hannawi secured the internship through a professional connection with a manager he had worked with before starting his master’s program, reinforcing the importance of maintaining relationships and staying connected.
The experience added SQL to his technical toolkit and deepened his appreciation for collaboration and in-person learning. As he continues his graduate coursework at UT San Antonio, Hannawi hopes to share his insights with peers and encourage others to explore opportunities at the intersection of finance and technology. His advice to other students, “Gain familiarity with AI tools and develop a working knowledge of SQL and Python, especially SQL. These skills, combined with what you’ll learn in the business school, will make you more effective and prepared for roles in finance and technology.”
Amanda Ojeda
Developer Intern, Frost Bank
MBA student Amanda Ojeda spent her summer interning at Frost Bank as a developer in the staff development department, an experience she describes as blending creativity, collaboration and technology. Her favorite project, Exploring Insurance, marked her first full development cycle from concept to completion. She collaborated with subject matter experts to storyboard content, design interactive modules and produce a blended learning program that’s now available companywide.
“It feels great knowing I contributed to something that supports others’ personal development within the company,” she said.
Through the experience Ojeda learned the importance of clear communication and active listening when working across departments. Managing a full project taught her how to balance creativity with deadlines, adapt to feedback and stay organized.
“Collaborating with subject matter experts taught me how to ask the right questions and translate complex ideas into engaging, accessible content,” she explained.
The internship not only confirmed her passion for development but also launched her full-time career. She was hired as a developer following the internship and will begin working full-time at Frost upon her graduation in 2026. Ojeda credits her time at Frost with helping her connect classroom theory to real-world practice, noting how her UT San Antonio coursework in business and strategy prepared her to succeed in a corporate environment.
Looking ahead, she hopes to mentor other Alvarez students and possibly pursue a PhD focused on instructional design and development.
“Internships aren’t just steppingstones; they can be launchpads for meaningful, long-term careers,” she said.
Joshua Moore
Demand Planning Intern, Krispy Kreme Corporate Headquarters
MBA student Joshua Moore spent his summer interning at Krispy Kreme’s global headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, as a demand planning intern on the U.S. supply chain team. It was his second corporate internship with the company--his first, in summer 2024, was on the finance team as a financial planning & analysis intern. That earlier experience laid the groundwork for his return to Krispy Kreme, where he focused on forecasting and supply chain analytics.
Using oracle analytics cloud and excel, Moore analyzed forecast bias and product availability for the company’s Fresh Shops.
“The project primarily focused on expanding product availability in under-forecasted varieties, ensuring guests can consistently find the doughnuts they love,” he said.
The internship strengthened his ability to communicate technical insights across departments. “Being able to communicate insights across supply chain, marketing and operations really strengthened my professional communication,” he explained.
Moore found the internship through Krispy Kreme’s internal program, applying while working as part of the management team at one of the company’s San Antonio shops. He was the only internal hire selected for the corporate program that year.
Reflecting on the experience, he encourages fellow students to make the most of their networks and stay proactive.
“Leverage your connections; even part-time jobs or class projects can open doors. Don’t be afraid to express your goals early and take on roles that stretch your skills. There’s no shame in working while you’re in school. If you take pride in what you do, people notice, and that can lead to greater opportunities.”
For students looking to prepare for their own futures, the college offers a range of professional development resources through the Alvarez Student Success Center (BB 2.01.08). The center helps Roadrunners take the next step toward internships, full-time roles and beyond.
— Rebekah Alegria
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