Amanda Oppegard
About Amanda Oppegard
Amanda Oppegard is an Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Piper Sandler, having previously served as Vice President of Finance for Delta Gamma and completed an internship at Siemens. She studies Economics with minors in Public Policy and Health and Wellness at the University of California, Berkeley, while also holding a leadership position in the Financial Education Association.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
Amanda Oppegard is currently serving as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Piper Sandler in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She has been in this role since 2024, contributing her analytical skills and financial knowledge to the investment banking team. This position allows her to engage with various financial transactions and gain practical experience in the investment banking sector.
Previous Experience at Delta Gamma
Prior to her current role, Amanda Oppegard held the position of Vice President of Finance at Delta Gamma from 2023 to 2024 in Berkeley, California. In this role, she managed financial operations and budgeting, showcasing her leadership abilities and financial acumen within a sorority setting.
Internship Experience at Siemens
Before starting her investment banking internship, Amanda completed a Sales and Finance internship at Siemens during the summer. This experience provided her with valuable insights into sales strategies and financial management, further enhancing her skill set in the finance industry.
Education and Academic Background
Amanda Oppegard is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of California, Berkeley, with a major in Economics and minors in Public Policy and Health and Wellness. Her academic journey spans from 2021 to 2025, during which she has developed a strong foundation in economic principles and policy analysis.
Leadership Roles and Extracurricular Involvement
In addition to her academic pursuits, Amanda is actively involved in extracurricular activities at UC Berkeley. She serves as the Vice President of External Affairs for the Financial Education Association of UC Berkeley (FinEd) since 2023. Her involvement in multiple leadership roles and commitment to part-time work demonstrates her ability to balance various responsibilities while contributing to her community.