University of South Florida · Private Credit & Restructuring
Building a pipeline into private credit and special situations
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USF
Tampa, Florida
Our Mission
Technical development, real industry access, and long-term recruiting support
We are building a focused student community for those pursuing careers in private credit, distressed investing, restructuring, leveraged finance, and adjacent special situations roles.
The goal is not just awareness — it is to create a serious pipeline through technical training, market discussions, mentorship, and direct exposure to professionals working in the space.
Our Approach
From the classroom to the credit desk
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Education
Credit primers, restructuring concepts, downside analysis, and market context built around how lenders actually think.
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Industry Access
Speaker events, practitioner insights, and direct engagement with firms and alumni working in the space.
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Preparation
Interview prep, networking support, and recruiting guidance for internships and full-time roles in credit.
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Special Situations
A selective subgroup for members who want deeper reps in stressed, distressed, and event-driven situations.
Member Placements
Firms where members have interned or placed










Speaker Series
Weekly meetings with professionals across private credit, restructuring, special situations, and leveraged finance.
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Technical Training
A 12-week curriculum moving from credit fundamentals through underwriting, structure, and distressed frameworks.
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Career Development
Interview prep, recruiting guidance, and practical support for internships and full-time roles.
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Special Situations Group
A selective track for members who want deeper reps through writeups, live discussions, and advanced training.
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Leadership
Built by students serious about credit
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