2026 Bootcamps
Finance & Equity Research
Project Overview
This intensive, six-week program is designed for motivated high school students and rising college freshmen who want hands-on experience in finance and investment analysis or plan to major in math, economics, finance, or engineering in college.
The program will be taught under the guidance of mentor Daniel Eem, who received his B.A. in Economics and History from Columbia University and is a J.D. / M.B.A. joint candidate at Columbia Law and Business School.
Over the years, he has worked at J.P. Morgan, Cornerstone, and Point72 in NYC. Grew up in the Bay Area and an alum of Saratoga High School, he has also mentored many students interested in business and finance and is dedicated to helping the younger generation discover their lifelong passions.
The curriculum covers valuation techniques such as Comparable Companies analysis and Discounted Cash Flow analysis. The program covers key concepts such as capital structure, financial ratios, monetary and fiscal policy, and risk analysis. Successful students will create a 10 to 14 page individualized equity research report and be published in major financial/stock platforms.
Daniel Eem
B.A. Columbia University ‘20
J.D. / M.B.A. Candidate Columbia University ‘27
Project Details
The program offers two cohorts in 2026.
Spring Cohort runs from March 8th to April 14th
Summer Cohort runs from Coming Soon
Sessions are held online in the evenings, with core lectures on Sundays and Tuesday nights. Sunday sessions run for 1.5 hours and Tuesday sessions run for an hour.
Students can also schedule office hours with the mentors based on availability and individual needs.
No prior finance experience is required; students simply need an interest in business, economics, or related fields, along with a commitment to putting in the effort.
Each cohort is limited to eight students to ensure personalized support. Please reach out for any additional information.
What To Expect
By the end of the program, students will have produced an individualized, original, and publication-ready equity research report.
Past participants have launched their own equity research firms, won national awards in finance and stock pitch competitions, published work on major financial platforms, secured internships, and earned admission to top universities.
“The mentorship sessions boosted my daughter's confidence in her abilities! She enjoyed working with a Columbia mentor on a project that she was passionate about. I know the projects will help her stand out on her college applications and I am glad to see the positive impact Path Mentors has had on her!”
San Francisco Bay Area Parent