Now a student at MIT, Eduardo reflects on how Atlas Scholars challenged him to think beyond surface-level answers and confront the deeper questions surrounding his future.

“Outside of Atlas, I was surrounded by people who did not expect much from me. In Atlas, I was asked harder questions - the kind that forced me to confront uncertainty early on, but in a safe environment with people who knew how to guide me.”

As a software engineer intern at Fintonic, Eduardo gained hands-on experience while developing technical and communication skills essential in today’s workplace. His journey is a powerful reminder of the impact Atlas Scholars has on young leaders: helping them build confidence, pursue meaningful goals, step boldly into spaces where they can thrive and to take initiative within their community.