Ben Myers, a rising senior at Dickinson College, is spending the summer in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he works with the Gallagher Executive Benefits team as an intern. Majoring in Quantitative Economics and minoring in Religion, Myers is gaining hands‑on experience that bridges his academic focus with the practical demands of the business world.
During his placement, Myers has sharpened his public speaking abilities and navigated a national sales competition that includes more than 500 interns from across the country. The role exposes him to a variety of functions, from marketing strategy to data analytics, allowing him to test different career pathways before he returns to campus for his final year.
Exploring Career Directions
The internship has become a laboratory for Myers to experiment with diverse responsibilities. He has taken on tasks that blend analytical thinking with creative problem‑solving, helping him clarify whether his future lies in marketing, financial analysis, or perhaps a more producer‑oriented position within the benefits sector.
Athletics as a Foundation for Leadership
Myers’ background as a collegiate athlete informs the way he approaches teamwork and leadership in the office. The discipline, strategic thinking, and collaborative spirit cultivated on the field translate directly into his internship, where he contributes to group projects and mentors peers who are also navigating professional growth.
Looking ahead, Myers is eager for his senior season both on the athletic front and academically. He anticipates welcoming new teammates and applying the lessons learned this summer to his upcoming coursework and future leadership roles within the Dickinson community.