This file contains a description of a current Citi employee and description of the employee experience through a set of questions and answers. I would like to tell prospective candidates to walk in with an open mind because the “real world” is very different from the perceptions that students build up in a business school. Be ready to get your hands dirty as that is the best way to learn about the business and the organization.

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]]> My summer internship at GTS was a very fast-paced and exciting time. It was my first exposure to life in a business organization, and I am glad that it was at Citi. The learning curve was very steep and that was the single-most important factor that tipped the balance in favor of Citi being a prospective employer. I liked the company of extremely smart and highly motivated colleagues, and aspired to be a part of the GTS team.

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Name: Ashish Dole

Title: Assistant Manager

Education: M.M.S. Finance, Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, University of Mumbai

Program: Management Associate Program

Level: associate

Region: India

What advice would you offer prospective candidates on transitioning from school to the workplace?: I would like to tell prospective candidates to walk in with an open mind because the “real world” is very different from the perceptions that students build up in a business school. Be ready to get your hands dirty as that is the best way to learn about the business and the organization.
How would you describe your team and the people you work with?: The most important trait displayed by all my teammates is a very high level of motivation. My colleagues are extremely smart and fill the place with positive energy. They have a very good understanding of the business and do not hesitate to share their rich experiences with me.
How do you apply your degree to what you're doing now?: I work in the Electronic Banking team on the Foreign Trade side. My role straddles the domains of technology and finance. Hence, the knowledge that I have gained during Computer Engineering as well as M.M.S. is put to good use. My engineering degree helps me easily understand the technology-related aspects of the job, whereas my degree in Finance enables me to not only comprehend but also enhance the product offerings of GTS.
How do you see the your business group/the Firm/the industry changing in the future?: The Indian business environment is highly regulated and this has constrained the growth of Citi in India. Going forward, in a more liberalized economy, I see Citi as one of the dominant players in the financial services industry. I expect Citi to grow through a mixture of organic and inorganic moves, and establish as strong a leadership position in India as it has globally.
Where do you see yourself in five years?: Within 5 years, I hope to have worked in 3 departments of the bank. I am looking forward to working across verticals and geographies, which I believe will help me gain a deeper and a more thorough understanding of the various businesses. Eventually, I wish to head a profit centre and grow it successfully.
How did your summer internship help you make the decision to pursue a career at Citi?: My summer internship at GTS was a very fast-paced and exciting time. It was my first exposure to life in a business organization, and I am glad that it was at Citi. The learning curve was very steep and that was the single-most important factor that tipped the balance in favor of Citi being a prospective employer. I liked the company of extremely smart and highly motivated colleagues, and aspired to be a part of the GTS team.
What do you enjoy doing outside work?: I am a huge computer gaming fan, and love to play games (all night, at times!) on my PS3. Swimming is another activity that helps me relax. I also like to read a lot, and do catch up on the latest bestsellers.

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