When Marco Primatesta left his hometown in Italy for Hult Boston to pursue a Master’s in Finance, he wanted more than just a degree—he wanted career transformation. Now, as a Junior Controller at Eurostampa North America, Marco is not only living his vision but also reshaping finance operations across continents. 

 We caught up with Marco to hear more about his inspiring internship journey, the power of practical learning, and why embracing challenge was the key to his success. 

Q: What inspired you to pursue your current role and how did you find the opportunity? 

Marco: It started close to home—literally. Eurostampa has a facility just 10 kilometers from where I’m from in Italy. I reached out to them directly, asking if they had roles available in the US. I knew they had plants in Cincinnati and Napa Valley. One email turned into an interview, which led to a conversation with the CFO in North America. I really appreciated how human and open the process was. 

Q: What was it like when you received the job offer? 

Marco: It felt like a milestone, a lifetime goal achieved. I had moved to the US with the aim of gaining meaningful work experience and getting that offer made it all real. I’d sent a lot of applications, faced many rejections, but this one was different. I felt seen and valued for both my professional background and academic preparation. 

 Q: How did the Hult curriculum help prepare you for this opportunity? 

Marco: Hult helped me close the gap between what I knew and what I needed to know to succeed. In Italy, I had been an accounting manager at a startup, but I didn’t feel fully equipped. At Hult, it wasn’t just theory, it was practical, team-based, deadline-driven work. Professors pushed us to meet real-world expectations.  

 Q: Any career support moments at Hult that stood out? 

Marco: Absolutely. From week one, I connected with my career advisor, Kimberly Nicola. She took my CV—beautifully Italian, but not quite fit for the U.S.—and transformed it into something that got responses. She helped me every step of the way, reviewing my applications and encouraging me through setbacks. Her advice gave me clarity and direction. 

 Q: What’s been the most challenging part of your role so far? 

Marco: The manual processes I encountered. A lot of reporting was done by hand, increasing the chance of errors. But I was empowered to contribute towards Power BI and Power Query automation. I reduced a six-hour stock valuation process down to just five minutes. That project was later rolled out to the California and Mexico branches. It’s been amazing to see the trust the CFO placed in me and how it’s led to even greater responsibilities—now I’m working between Finance and IT to build out business intelligence dashboards. 

 Q: What’s been your biggest lesson or takeaway from this experience? 

Marco: I’d sum it up with three words: Respect. Discipline. Action. Hult instilled those in me, and I carried them into my internship. I’ve also grown tremendously, moving alone to Cincinnati, leading projects, challenging outdated processes. The Marco who landed in Boston last September is not the same Marco today. I’m more self-aware, more confident, and more capable. 

 Q: If you could go back to the start, what advice would you give yourself? 

Marco: Don’t wait. I held back at first, unsure whether to speak up or pitch ideas. But the moment I decided to challenge myself, everything changed. Even if you make mistakes, they’re just part of the learning. So I’d tell myself: step into the spotlight. No one grows in the background. 

 Q: Finally, what advice do you have for other Hult students looking for internships? 

Marco: Don’t give up. And don’t be afraid to go beyond conventional methods. Send personalized emails. Show up in person. Let people know you exist. And never underestimate yourself. I’ve seen incredibly talented peers miss opportunities because they were too shy to promote themselves. You don’t need arrogance, just belief. And remember, it’s OK to start small. The journey up the ladder is where real growth happens. 

Marco’s story is a powerful reminder that initiative, preparation, and authenticity can open doors. At Hult, we’re proud to see students like him lead the way—transforming not just themselves, but the companies and communities they serve. Start your own journey at Hult, and check out our Master’s Degrees.