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Fin background, working on CS now. How to plan my next two year in school?

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Hey everyone.

Just signed up as i could not find a thread that is exactly the same to mine.

Anyway, i was an Engineering major with Fin minor and did quite well, but then i realize that i am much more interested in computer science and especially using what i learned in CS and apply them in finance(Doesn't limit to Finance though, robotics, machine learning etc, i have collaborate with others to work on quite a few projects). I have about 3 more semesters, or 2 summers, until i get my B.S.

So my question here is what should i do now in my summer? Should i looking for internships or taking more advanced course in "obscure" subjects? Given my background, is it possible to find meaningful intern that may lead to a full time job?

Any suggestions are welcome!

FYI. I am studying in a TOP 20 university in the states and my GPA is about 3.8. Because the major change, i have about 20 more credits than my peer and that categorize me as a senior. I have taken the CFA I and passed it. Figure that could prove to potential employer that i have at least the basic knowledge when it comes to finance.

Thanks!
 
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