State Treasurer Offers New Opportunity For High School Students

This week, the North Carolina Office of State Treasurer announced a new opportunity for high school students to get a step ahead in the world of finance. At the North Carolina Council on Economic Education (NCCEE) competition at Fidelity Investments®’ Durham campus today, the North Carolina Department of State Treasurer (DST) announced the creation of a high school internship for students to join its financial literacy effort. This continues the Treasurer’s effort to boost financial literacy across North Carolina.

“Everyone everywhere deserves to understand and feel confident when it comes to their finances,” said Treasurer Brad Briner. “This is the simple concept I am trying to achieve. We have been overwhelmed by the response from kids — especially those at the high school level — who not only wanted to learn more but also want be part of this effort.”

These announcements were made as three of North Carolina’s most dedicated financial literacy advocates joined hands today for the North Carolina Personal Finance Challenge state championship. Fidelity hosted high school students from across the state, and its associates served as judges as students tested their knowledge of economic principles through problem solving and critical thinking skills.

“When students have access to a foundation of economic and financial education, it can help build lifelong financial confidence,” said Leslie Walden, Vice President, Regional Public Affairs, Fidelity Investments. “Today’s student participants showed how financial concepts like spending, saving and investing are critical for managing a family budget and household. We will continue to work within our local community to strengthen financial well-being and address other factors impacting people’s lives, from food insecurity to financial education and career readiness.”