Kyle Pope is a 2018 graduate of the Jobs for Mississippi Graduates’ AT & T program at North Panola High School. After graduation, he began an internship at Entergy Mississippi in the Northern District. In this capacity, Kyle serves as a storeroom clerk assistant where he is a firsthand initial responder who handles problems that hinders the running and functioning of the Northern District. Kyle duties also include the physical upkeep of the storeroom and stock yard.
Kyle states that “this is a great opportunity for me, especially a recent graduate, to become exposed to the corporate world”. Kyle’s career aspirations are in the corporate world and Entergy has provided a great start.
According to Kyle, “I credit Jobs for Mississippi Graduates and my dedicated job specialists for my success in this internship. I believe that every student should experience the Jobs for Mississippi Graduates’ program.” Kyle’s long-term career plans are to become an investment banker working as a financial analyst.
Kyle’s immediate plan, however, is to attend Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia where he will double major in Economic and Finance. Upon completion of his education, he envisions giving back to the community by operating a financial institution that would focus on economic revitalization in distressed communities.
Kyle’s motto is “never let an opportunity pass me”.