USF Credit & Special Situations

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

HPS Investment Partners
Jefferies
Sixth Street
Star Mountain Capital
Orix Corporation
HPS Investment Partners
Jefferies
Sixth Street
Star Mountain Capital
Orix Corporation

Leadership

Built by students serious about credit

Duc Doan

Duc Doan

Co-President, 2028

Brandon Smulski

Brandon Smulski

Co-President, 2028

Ivan Hernandez

Ivan Hernandez

Advisor

Justin Kwitchoff

Justin Kwitchoff

Advisor

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