Merle Schmidt-Brunn

Das Foto zeigt TU Alumna Merle Schmidt-Brunn.

Degree programme: Mathematics in Finance and Industry

Graduation year: 2012

Employer: Hamburger Hochbahn AG

Position: Member of the Executive Board / CFO & CSO

What‘s your nicest memory of Braunschweig and do you have a favorite place?

Barbecues with fellow students in the Gausspark.

 

Reasons why the TU Braunschweig is a great place to study:

Historic university, beautiful student city, technical focus.

 

Describe the time of your studies in 3 words:

  • Fun
  • Challenge
  • Satisfaction

Which contents of your studies can you still use in your career today?

Analytical mindset

 

Are you still in touch with former fellow students? Do you see each other and if so, how often?

Yes, I meet with my MFI class 1-2 times a year.

 

What advice would you give current students for their personal career planning?

Identify your own strengths and choose your job accordingly.

In one sentence - In the future I wish the TU Braunschweig:

Continue to offer students a great foundation for their future!

My Braunschweig alma mater and its students are welcome to contact me for:

  • Guest talks and professional expertise on "mobility, public transport, finance sector"

  • Information about my professional field and tasks